Academics
Blended Learning @ Indian Creek (BLinc)
Blended Learning by the Numbers
- Enrollment in online, K-12 schools in the United States has increased at a rate of 6% per year from 2009-2019, with 31 states allowing entirely online schools that meet the needs of roughly 310,000 students.(1)
- 73% of survey participants felt that online learning enabled more flexibility than traditional models and the freedom to learn anywhere at anytime. Additionally 81% felt it provided a personalized learning environment unmatched in traditional brick and mortar systems (2)
- A 2019 experimental study of 112 ninth graders found a statistically significant improvement in science test scores for those students who received the material in a blended learning environment. (3)
(1) Snapshot 2019 is the first annual report of the Digital Learning Collaborative.
(2) Ma, Jieming, et al. “Enhancing Students’ Blended Learning Experience through Embedding Metaliteracy.” Education Research International, vol. 2019, 2019, pp. 1–8.,
(3) Alsalhi, Najeh Rajeh et al. “The effect of blended learning on the achievement of ninth grade students in science and their attitudes towards its use.” Heliyon vol. 5,9 e02424. 11 Sep. 2019, doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02424
(2) Ma, Jieming, et al. “Enhancing Students’ Blended Learning Experience through Embedding Metaliteracy.” Education Research International, vol. 2019, 2019, pp. 1–8.,
(3) Alsalhi, Najeh Rajeh et al. “The effect of blended learning on the achievement of ninth grade students in science and their attitudes towards its use.” Heliyon vol. 5,9 e02424. 11 Sep. 2019, doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2019.e02424
Listen to CITE Award Winner and Indian Creek BLinc Instructor Sarah Allen ‘01 speak about BLinc the program on Education Talk Radio
Blended Learning @ Indian Creek (BLinc) expands and enhances the School’s curriculum through courses offered in face-to-face meetings with the instructor and online formats. BLinc classes are innovative, engaging, and challenging. Rigorous courses are designed by accomplished, enthusiastic, and responsive teachers for students who excel and seek additional opportunities for intellectual growth. BLinc promotes student engagement and fosters collaborative learning in an online atmosphere, preparing students for global citizenship in the 21st century.
Why take a BLinc?
After taking a BLinc course at ICS, students...
- Turned their work in on time 13% more often
- Worked until understanding a topic they initially did not understand 18% more often
- Reacted well to comments from the teacher 32% more often
- Enjoyed group work 33% more often
- Offered their opinion in class 27% more often
BLinc in the News
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Honoring the ICS Class of 2023
Class of 2023, before you walk across the graduation stage next week, I would like to thank you for showing us all what it means to be a Creeker. We are proud of you. -
Sixth Grade Kicks Off Family Read Adventure
Indian Creek sixth grade students and their parents kicked off the Annual Family Read project. -
Lower School Enjoys Visit and Lesson from ICS Alum and Author Elizabeth Crowe '08
Indian Creek alum, author, and third-year dental student at the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine Elizabeth Crowe '08 spent time with our Lower School students and shared her children's book "The Tooth Fairy's Busy Day." -
Upper School Honors Excellence at Annual Awards Ceremony
On Thursday, May 20, the Indian Creek School community gathered together virtually and in person to celebrate the achievements of our Upper School students in the annual Awards Ceremony. -
First Grade Witnesses Metamorphosis of Swallowtail Butterflies
Over the past nine months, ICS first graders have watched and waited for the metamorphosis of 10 swallowtail butterflies. -
Upper School Community Reflects on Social Justice at this week's "Weekly Wednesday" Conversation
Upper School students came together for a "Weekly Wednesday Conversation" to reflect on the topic of social justice in the wake of this week's Derek Chauvin verdict. -
Lindsey Seynhaeve Presents at Maryland Foreign Language Association Spring Conference
ICS World Languages teacher Lindsey Seynhaeve shared her expertise from teachers all over Maryland, as she presented at the Maryland Foreign Language Association's spring conference. -
College-Bound Seniors Share Experiences as Female Student-Athletes
College-bound seniors held panel discussion to share their experiences as female student-athletes who will continue playing sports at the college level. -
Lukas Hummer Wins 2021 Pi Recitation Contest with 104 Digits
Congratulations to this year's Pi Recitation Contest winners! -
ICS Alum and Broadway Dancer David Grindrod '09 Choreographs Spring Musical "Bring It On!"
Indian Creek theater students have benefited from Broadway-level professional training this school year as ICS alum David Grindrod ’09 has shared his dance and choreography talents with cast and crew in preparation for the school’s spring performance of Bring It On! -
Margaret Atwood's "Backdrop addresses cowboy" Wins ICS 2021 Poetry March Madness Competition
Margaret Atwood's "Backdrop addresses cowboy" was the last poem standing in Ms. Becca Derry's AP Literature class's 2021 Poetry March Madness competition. -
“Stories from the Front Line: Resilience, Grit, and Women Who Changed the World:” Author Gayle Tzemach Lemmon Inspires Indian Creek Students
ICS Upper School culminated Women’s History Month with an inspiring presentation entitled “Stories from the Front Line: Resilience, Grit, and Women Who Changed the World” by renowned author Gayle Tzemach Lemmon. -
Upper School Comes Together to Support Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities
The Upper School community came together for a special school meeting held to bring awareness to the recent increase in violence and hatred being shown towards Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders across the United States, and to start a conversation about how to become better allies. -
Application Process Opens to Class of 2022 for Voros Senior Thesis Program in the Humanities
Indian Creek's Voros Senior Thesis program gives students the opportunity to explore a question of their choosing through a rigorous year-long humanities research process. -
First Grade STEM Projects Explore Wonders of the Moon
The ICS first grade combined their exploration of the wonders of the moon with a foray into the world of engineering through a series of engaging STEM activities. -
Heroes Come to Life through Fourth Grade Black History Wax Museum
Throughout the month of February, the Class of 2029 took a deep dive into understanding the extraordinary impact that Black heroes have had on our lives today. -
Seniors Win Creek Cup 2021 with Dance Battle Victory
The Class of 2021 swooped in to steal the Creek Cup Title in a high stakes battle that was fiercely fought right up to the final event. -
Spanish Students Practice Informal Affirmative Commands through Art
This activity provided a deeper understanding of the Spanish language, practice in honing student art skills, and a ton of camaraderie and laughter!
For general questions about BLincs or blended learning please contact BLinc@indiancreekschool.org.
Indian Creek School
Indian Creek school is a co-educational, college preparatory independent school, located in Crownsville, Maryland. Students in Pre-K3 through grade 12 receive a vibrant educational experience based on excellent academics steeped in strong student-teacher connections.
