We offer class trips for all Logic and Rhetoric School students at the end of each school year. These trips provide a fantastic opportunity for them to deepen their relationships with their classmates, teachers and the Lord. Each trip is specifically planned to ensure students are building upon lessons they learned throughout the school year.
7th Grade - Exploring Texas
The 7th grade class trip is a Texas adventure with the goal of bringing to life the rich Texas history learned in the classroom and allowing students to explore the storied locations for themselves. Faculty and staff members, along with parent chaperones, help make this trip possible.
A sample itenerary from last year's trip follows: Our first destination was San Antonio, Texas. And what better way to kick off a classic Texas trip than making our first lunch stop for some good ole Texas BBQ at Rudy’s in New Braunfels! With bellies full and happy, we kept the wagon moving to the Alamo, where students gathered in groups to explore the grounds guided by an audio tour. Our two days in San Antonio flew by as we explored Spanish Missions, the San Antonio Riverwalk, Natural Bridge Caverns, and the Tower of Americas. The students were led in a devotional as we sat along the river, reflecting on God’s call on our lives as believers to continually encourage each other. Along the way we made time to experience the rich Tejano culture stopping by the Market Square and enjoying many of the local Tex-Mex eats San Antonio has to offer. The last stop was the State Capitol grounds in Austin, TX. Students experienced a guided group tour, learning more of the rich history of Texas and how the Capitol functions as a working hub for our Texas government. Overall, the 7th grade tour of Texas was a wonderful experience in learning about our great state, growing together in community, and of course, eating great food!
8th Grade - Washington DC
The 8th grade Washington DC trip is a fun, full and engaging experience to learn about our nation's capital and history through a biblical worldview! On this trip students will get to see many important buildings such as the White House, the Capitol Building, the Library of Congress and the National Archives. While at these buildings whether it is an exterior visit or interior, the wonderful tour guide gives historical and current information. While at the Capitol Building we took the opportunity as a group to pray for the leaders of the United States. It was powerful to stop and take time to ask the Lord to help them and guide them. Students were able to visit many of the Smithsonian museums such as the National Museum of Natural History, the National Museum of American History, the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the National Museum of the American Indian. One of the most impactful and somber museum visits on this trip was to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Students were able to respectfully learn and about people who endured the atrocities of the Holocaust. Throughout the week our tour guide took us to many of the memorials around DC as well as visiting Arlington National Cemetery. We ventured out of the city for a morning to visit George Washington's home, Mount Vernon. We toured the home and had adventures around the large, beautiful property. Each night our tour guide ended the day with devotionals and a time of prayer. On this trip, students get to see and experience so much of what Washington DC has to offer!
9th Grade - Kentucky and Ohio
The 9th Grade trip takes our students to Kentucky and Ohio, focusing mainly on the Noah's Ark Encounter and The Creation Museum. At Noah's Ark, the students are able to see and experience what it was like to be inside of a to-scale replica of the ark as described in The Bible and the days of Noah. The encounter contains many exhibits that explain every detail of The Flood and other events in Genesis. The Creation Museum allows the students to explore the mystery of the start of humankind from the lens of God's Word and biblical truth. We follow these experiences with time each day in devotionals and unpacking what each place revealed to us.
Of course, sampling local cuisine is always a hit and Skyline Chili (local regional fast food place) and an actual KFC in Kentucky are among the favorite stops! If the schedules align, we love to include a Cincinnati Reds game at The Great American Ballpark. Wright's Air Force Base at The National Museum of The US Air Force in Dayton, Ohio is another stop. This is the largest aeronautical museum in the world, spanning over 9 acres within multiple plane hangers. The trip concludes with a visit to the National Underground Railroad Museum that looks at the history of our nation and slavery. Harriet Tubman and many others who fought for freedom are remembered and celebrated here. It is amazing to see God work through His creation and speak into the lives of our students at BCS.
10th Grade - Colorado
Colorado trip to Noah's Ark...an adventure in the mountains. Students will enjoy a week full of adventure, excitement and class bonding. Activities include rock climbing and repelling, river rafting, hiking, camping, swimming in a hot spring and getting to know friends on a deeper level. On this trip students will experience the beauty of God's creation and grow through the challenges of all the amazing activities.
11th Grade - Costa Rica
The 11th grade class trip takes our juniors to Costa Rica to serve alongside one of Joshua Expeditions local ministry partners that work in the marginal communities on the outskirts of San Jose, Costa Rica. For two days, the students will be able to participate in light construction projects and in a children's ministry VBS. They will also enjoy a day on a catamaran cruise that includes snorkeling, a banana boat ride, lunch, and lots of sun. During this trip, the students will also be able to enjoy food from local restaurants. It is our hope that your student will be inspired by a new culture, picturesque sights, and delectable foods as they experience the various ways God is moving around the world.
This will be an amazing opportunity for your students to see how their service can impact the world for Christ!