A high-quality science education means that students will develop an in-depth understanding of content and develop key skills— communication, collaboration, inquiry, problem solving, and flexibility—that will serve them throughout their educational and professional lives. BCCA students believe they can meet increased expectations. Rigor in classes help focus on the application of knowledge through higher-order thinking skills. Educators encourage extended responses and push students to not only know information, but apply their understanding in new and unique ways. They demonstrate their understanding through reflection and analysis of thinking and learning. These skills are help students to be evaluative, creative and innovative.