Public 4-year school in Grass Valley, United States, California
| Bitney Prep High School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
| 135 Joerschke Drive Grass Valley, United States, California 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 |
| 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.
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.
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.
- Bitney Springs Rd. 39°15′18″N 121°08′48″W / 39.255111°N 121.146648°W / 39.255111; -121.146648 1999-2002
- Woolman Ln. 39°16′12″N 121°06′04″W / 39.270072°N 121.101227°W / 39.270072; -121.101227 2002-2003
- 12338 McCourtney Road 39°12′00″N 121°05′35″W / 39.200055°N 121.092934°W / 39.200055; -121.092934 2003-2007
- Ridge Rd. 39°14′20″N 121°03′16″W / 39.238864°N 121.054423°W / 39.238864; -121.054423 2007-2009
- 135 Joerschke Dr. 39°13′58″N 121°02′31″W / 39.232860°N 121.041983°W / 39.232860; -121.041983 2009–Present
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
- 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
- Auto Restoration
- Climbing
- Maker Lab
- Media
- Music
- Passion Projects
(Note: Selection of electives may change each semester.)
Student activities
Athletics
- Ultimate Frisbee
Field trips
Bitney Students are given the opportunity to partake in a variety of field trips:
- Wilderness Week
- Senior trip
- College tours
Dances
School dances are held at various times of the year, typically close to holidays.
- Halloween Dance (October)
- New Years Dance (January)
- Prom (May)
Other
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.
Fundraisers
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References
- ^ "Bitney College Preparatory High School". Archived from the original on July 26, 2009. Retrieved July 15, 2009.