Bear River is a K-8 School which prides itself on providing an environment which encourages academic excellence by acknowledging students’ efforts and good behavior. At the heart of this school culture is the Bear River Renaissance program. Our program provides recognition for student achievement and supports student activities at the school. 

The Renaissance Program began in 1999.  In 2001, Bear River had 44 % of its students recognized for having a 3.0 GPA or better.  In the 3rd trimester of our 2021/2022 school year, we recognized 75% of our students for achieving a 3.0 GPA or better.  We attribute much of that to our Renaissance Program.  One of the most powerful components of the program is that every student with a 3.0 GPA or better is given a theme based Renaissance t-shirt. These are coveted items at Bear River.  Seeing this sea of achievement is inspiring to the students, teachers, and community as they celebrate each trimester at the Renaissance Rally. As the school’s most formal event, this celebration brings hundreds together in a show of unity to honor the accomplishments of students, staff, faculty, and community members, and to rededicate themselves to the principles of “it takes a community to raise a child.” The community is always invited to attend our rallies. Our link is https://vimeo.com/bearriverschool, so if you would like to see for yourself, you can watch our last rally on our website or you are welcome to attend our next rally in November 2022.