Bitney College Preparatory High School

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Bitney College Preparatory High School
Address
135 Joerschke Drive
Grass Valley, California, USA 95945
Coordinates 39°13′58″N 121°02′31″W / 39.232860°N 121.041983°W / 39.232860; -121.041983
Information
Type Public 4-year
Motto "Where students are known, respected, and educated."
Founded 1998
School board Bitney College Prep. Charter Council
Dean Dave Peterson
Director Russel Jones
grades 9-12
School colour(s) Red, Silver, and Black         
Mascot Bulldogs
Website http://www.bitneyprep.net/

Bitney College Preparatory High School (BCPHS) is a high school located in Nevada County, California.[2]

History

Founded in 1998 by the Bitney Springs Charter Council, this tuition-free charter school falls under the jurisdiction of the Nevada County Superintendent of Schools.[2]

Student academic performance index

For the school years of 2000–2001, 2001–02, 2002–03, and 2003–04, Bitney's API scores were the highest in Nevada County.

Campuses

Bitney has moved several times over the course of the school's existence. Below is a list of the sites Bitney has inhabited thus far.

Academic program

Core subjects

The Bitney academic program meets the eligibility requirements for the University of California and the California State University systems.

English Department

Social Sciences

Mathematics

Science Department

Foreign Language

Physical Education

Fine Arts

Electives

Full descriptions of electives may be found at http://www.bitneyprep.net/electives.php .

(Note: Selection of electives may change each semester.)

Student activities

Athletics

The Bitney College Prep athletic program offers a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, from mountain biking to fencing. There are currently two sports teams competing with other schools and organizations: basketball and coed ultimate. We're always looking for community members willing to help supplement our program by volunteering to coach something new. – Bitney Website[2]

Field trips

Bitney Students are given the opportunity to partake in a variety of field trips:

Student government

The school's student government usually consists of eight student-elected representatives, with two representatives being elected from each class. Additionally, one representative and one alternate representative from the senior class are typically elected as voting members on the school's charter council.

Dances

School dances are held at various times of the year, typically close to holidays.

Events Held by Bitney College Preparatory High School

Brain Buster Challenge

Since 2007 , Bitney has annually hosted an event called the Brain Buster Challenge, where teams from local schools have an opportunity to showcase their skills, knowledge, and spirit. More specific information can be found on the Brain Buster Challenge page at the Official Website.

References

  1. ↑ http://www.bitneyprep.net/
  2. 1 2 3 "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2009-07-26. Retrieved 2009-07-15.

External links

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