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We Challenge Students
To Think Beyond Themselves
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We Inspire Students
To Discover Their Unique Purpose
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We Teach Students
To Embrace Community Values
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We Empower Students
To Express Themselves Authentically
Scire Desidero
I Desire to Know
Bentley’s longstanding motto “Scire Desidero – I Desire to Know,” is infused in the School’s curriculum. From Kindergarten through 12th grade, students begin the journey of knowing the world, to knowing each other, and ultimately, knowing themselves. Finding foundation through concrete knowledge, exploring creatively, and sharing in the joys of a vibrant and kind community, Bentley students cultivate a lifelong pursuit of learning. Through exciting coursework and the ability to chart their own path, every Bentley student develops a personal drive to understand the world around them.
Our Community
Of the School’s many values, we hold community at the center. The comprehensive Bentley experience is proudly made up of our student body, two campuses, and the infinite opportunities in between.
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Student Life
Life at Bentley
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Bentley Students Visit "The Happiest Place on Earth!"
This past weekend, the Bentley Choir, Chorus, Jazz, and Chamber students embarked on an unforgettable journey to Disneyland! Our talented musicians performed on Disneyland’s Imagination Campus at California Adventure and participated in Soundtrack Sessions, where students contributed their own renditions of beloved Disney films. This was a wonderful opportunity for Bentley students to share their musical talents with a broader audience and get a firsthand experience of what it is like to be a professional studio musician.In addition to performing, students (along with our wonderful US teachers/chaperones Mr. Brown, Mr. McWilliams, Ms. Espineli, Mr. Kallaby, and Ms. Brookshire) were able to enjoy two days at Disneyland and California Adventure, creating lasting memories together.Please join us to celebrate all the hard work of these musicians at our Spring Concerts on May 9 (Choirs and Chamber) and May 11 as we end the year on a high note! -
Middle School Arts Night Success
On Wednesday night, Middle School Students took the stage for the first time this year! -
5th Grade Spanish Class Altar Making
In celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), our 5th grade Spanish class embarked on a creative journey to explore the traditional art of metal tooling. -
Sixth Graders Volunteer at the Firestorm Memorial Garden
By Vicki Oliveira, Garden and Events Chair, North Hills Community Association -
Pinnacles National Park!
From hiking to exploring caves and dry river beds, 8th graders had an amazing time! -
Annnd, It's a SHUT OUT!
Boys soccer notched another victory this week, extending their current streak this season to three wins!
TEN TO ZIP, Bentley!
Contra Costa Christian were visitors to Lafayette on Wednesday where Bentley recorded a decisive win. We're proud of the dedication and comradery of our athletics teams, and this is yet another example of the payoff. -
Field Trip to Hadestown!
Q: What happens when Latin, theatre, and choir departments combine forces?A: An incredible, TONY-sweeping musical and a dynamite field trip!Latin 2, Latin 3, Latin AP, and select theatre and choir students hopped on BART this past Wednesday, escorted by Ms. Sterling (Latin, English), Ms. Shi (English), and Mr. Pukstas (Upper School Division Head) and traveled through the Underworld (AKA: BART), finally reaching the Orpheum Theater in San Francisco. There, the group settled in for a performance of Hadestownn -- a musical based on the Greco-Roman myth about Orpheus and Eurydice. -
Fifth Grade Fun With Math
During the first day of school, our incredible fifth graders embarked on a math adventure courtesy of YouCubed at Stanford University.
They're diving headfirst into the "Four 4s challenge," where they're using the number 4 four times to create numbers like 11, 13, and 19. It's a bit of brain-bending fun that's teaching them valuable lessons along the way. -
First Days Back in the Books!
There is nothing quite like the first day of a new school year. It was wonderful to welcome all students back to campus on Wednesday.
We saw lots of smiles, laughter, and fist bumps as teachers ushered students back into the classrooms for the new year. For those of us who have been here all summer, it was delightful to see and hear the halls filled with conversation again. -
Hey Bentley, Let's Make a PACT!
Lower School students came together for their inaugural PACT assembly of the year. PACT stands for Positive Action Character Teams.
Laughter. Excitement. Song.
(And maybe a few giggles)
Joy echoed through the Meadows auditorium this week as students eagerly took their seats with their classmates, ready to try something new. -
Senior Sunrise
Seniors gathered in the early morning of school’s opening day to greet the sun together and mark a major milestone.
Upcoming Events
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