Bitney College Preparatory High School
Bitney Prep High School | |
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Address | |
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135 Joerschke Drive , United States , 95945 | |
Coordinates | 39°13′58″N 121°02′31″W / 39.232860°N 121.041983°W |
Information | |
Type | Public 4-year |
Founded | 1998 |
School board | Bitney College Prep. Charter Council |
Dean | Jonathan Molnar |
Director | Kristin Mayville |
grades | 9-12 |
Colour(s) | Red, Silver, and Black |
Mascot | Bulldogs |
Website | http://www.bitneyprep.net/ |
Bitney Prep High School (Formerly Bitney College Preparatory High School) is a high school located in Nevada County, California, United States.[1]
History[edit]
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.[1]
Student academic performance index[edit]
For the school years of 2000–2001, 2001–02, 2002–03, and 2003–04, Bitney's API scores were the highest in Nevada County.[1]
Campuses[edit]
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.
- Bitney Springs Rd. 39°15′18″N 121°08′48″W / 39.255111°N 121.146648°W 1999-2002
- Woolman Ln. 39°16′12″N 121°06′04″W / 39.270072°N 121.101227°W 2002-2003
- 12338 McCourtney Road 39°12′00″N 121°05′35″W / 39.200055°N 121.092934°W 2003-2007
- Ridge Rd. 39°14′20″N 121°03′16″W / 39.238864°N 121.054423°W 2007-2009
- 135 Joerschke Dr. 39°13′58″N 121°02′31″W / 39.232860°N 121.041983°W 2009–Present
Academic program[edit]
Core subjects[edit]
The Bitney academic program meets the eligibility requirements for the University of California and the California State University systems.
English Department
- 9th Grade English
- 10th Grade English
- 11th Grade English
- 12th Grade English
Social Sciences
- World History
- U.S. History
- Government
- Economics
Mathematics
- Algebra A/B
- Algebra 1
- Geometry
- Algebra 2
Science Department
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
Foreign Language
- Spanish 1
- Spanish 2
Physical Education
- Freshman PE
Fine Arts
- Art 1
Electives[edit]
- Auto Restoration
- Climbing
- Maker Lab
- Media
- Music
- Passion Projects
(Note: Selection of electives may change each semester.)
Student activities[edit]
Athletics[edit]
- Ultimate Frisbee
Field trips[edit]
Bitney Students are given the opportunity to partake in a variety of field trips:
- Wilderness Week
- Senior trip
- College tours
Dances[edit]
School dances are held at various times of the year, typically close to holidays.
- Halloween Dance (October)
- New Years Dance (January)
- Prom (May)
Other[edit]
Events Held by Bitney College Preparatory High School[edit]
Brain Buster Challenge[edit]
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.
Fundraisers[edit]
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References[edit]
- ^ a b "Bitney College Preparatory High School". Archived from the original on 2009-07-26. Retrieved 2009-07-15.