Curriculum
Academic Life is designed to inspire a lifetime of learning. Our curriculum is challenging and taught by experienced teachers. BD faculty averages 15 years teaching experience, and 43% have earned Master's Degrees. The student/teacher ratio is 14:1, offering benefits of a small class environment.
We reward academic excellence. Qualifying students receive a letter and jacket for their academic success.
New Diploma Recommendations for College Bound Students
Freshman Scheduling
Freshman Scheduling Presentation
Biomedical Program - Extended Application Deadline to February 28. Applications can be found here.
Project Lead the Way: Biomedical Program
Through a sequence of four courses, students will learn about various fields in the medical profession, culminating in the capstone course their senior year. Intended for those wishing to someday have a career in the field of medicine, this program will expose students to professions including but not limited to nursing, physicianship, physical therapy, sports medicine, biomedical engineering, environmental science, epidemiology, and genetics. After application and acceptance into the program, students will solve real world problems with a hands-on approach to learning. The program is designed to explore local and global health challenges. Labs are modeled after the skills that medical professionals use every day. By applying in year one, students are making the commitment to the program for the four-year duration as long as prerequisites are met annually.
Year 1: Principles of Biomedical Science
Year 2: Human Body Systems
Year 3: Medical Interventions
Year 4: Biomedical Science
Learn more about our Biomedical Program here!
Career Academy at Anthis
Multiple career-technical education programs are available at the Career Academic at Anthis including, but not limited to, Health Sciences, Automotive, Construction Trades, Cosmetology, Information Technology, Culinary Arts, Manufacturing, and Public Safety. Many programs offer industry certifications and dual college credit. Most programs are half-day with the AM program meeting from 7:40 - 10:30 AM and the PM program from 11:10 - 2:00 PM. Both the Fire Science and Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice program sites are at the Public Safety Academy at Southtown Centre. Many Anthis programs require uniforms, safety equipment, memberships to National Organizations, and/or tools that are purchased by the students. Class space is limited in all programs.
NOTE: Bishop Dwenger students may only participate in AM Career Academy programs unless the program is not offered in the AM session. Transportation is the student's responsibility. For more information, visit https://careeracademy.fortwayneschools.org/.
If you are interested in taking classes through the Career Academy at Anthis, please refer to The Career Academy at Anthis Program Guide.
Amp Lab at Electric Works
Amp Lab at Electric Works is a half-day entrepreneurship program for Juniors and Seniors located on the Electric Works campus. The program is an IDOE Graduation Pathway aligned experience that students can attend for either one or two years. Students immerse themselves in a problem-solving design think tank and launchpad focused on making our community a better place. By focusing on entrepreneurial spirit, design processes, and industry skill-sets, Amp Lab strives to give students a seat at the table. Students are empowered to take ownership of his/her own path forward and redefine what is possible by engaging with challenges in the four studios that will make an immediate impact and ripple effect on the community. Coursework is aligned with Indiana Tech’s dual credit program.
NOTE: Bishop Dwenger students may only participate in AM Amp Lab program. Classes meet 7:40 – 10:30 AM Transportation is the student’s responsibility; Amp Lab is located at 1030 Swinney Ave., Fort Wayne, IN. For more information, visit http://amplab.fortwayneschools.org.
Naturalization Exam State Report
As part of State Law, for US Government courses a Civics (Naturalization) Exam is administered. The following must be reported:(1) The number of students who took the naturalization examination; (2) The number of students who passed the naturalization examination by a score of no less than sixty percent (60%) on their first attempt; and (3) The pass rate of the naturalization examination for the students who participated.
Below are the following Civics Exam scores for the 2024-2025 School Year.
Number of students who took the naturalization examination*
205
Number of students who passed the naturalization examination by a score of not less than sixty percent (60%) on their first attempt*
205
Pass rate of the naturalization examination regarding the students who participated*
100%
