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Bitney College Preparatory High School (BCPHS) is a high school
High school
High school is a term used in parts of the English speaking world to describe institutions which provide all or part of secondary education. The term is often incorporated into the name of such institutions....

 located in Nevada County, California
Nevada County, California
Nevada County is a county located in the Sierra Nevada of California, in the Mother Lode country. As of 2010 its population was 98,764. The county seat is Nevada City.-History:Nevada County was created in 1851 from parts of Yuba County....

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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.http://www.ed-data.k12.ca.us/school/MCSchool-LikeThis.asp?tab=0&level=07&ReportNumber=64&County=29&fyr=0304&District=66415&School=6117329

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. 39.255111°N 121.146648°W 1999-2002
  • Woolman Ln. 39.270072°N 121.101227°W 2002-2003
  • 12338 McCourtney Road 39.200055°N 121.092934°W 2003-2007
  • Ridge Rd. 39.238864°N 121.054423°W 2007-2009
  • 135 Joerschke Dr. 39.232860°N 121.041983°W 2009–Present

Student body

Freshmen
  • Bill Rein
  • Skye Stephenson

Sophomores
  • Jayson O'Brien

Juniors
  • Matthew Gaylord
  • Nicholas Tippner
  • Geoff Borchers

Seniors
  • Melody Arthur

Core Subjects

The Bitney academic program meets the eligibility requirements for the University of California and the California State University systems. Full descriptions of core classes may be found at http://www.bitneyprep.net/program.php .

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
  • Pre-Calculus
  • Calculus


Science Department
  • Scientific Methods
  • Biology
  • Geology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics


Foreign Language
  • Spanish 1
  • Spanish 2
  • Spanish 3
  • Spanish 4


Physical Education
  • Freshman PE


Fine Arts
  • Art 1

Electives

Full descriptions of electives may be found at http://www.bitneyprep.net/electives.php .
  • 3d Graphics
  • Beginning Calligraphy
  • Computer Graphics
  • Chess & Sports
  • Driver Education
  • Drama
  • Drawing & Painting
  • Fencing
  • Hiking
  • Intro to German
  • Modern Physics
  • Music Performance
  • Painting
  • Physical Education
  • Sports
  • Weight Training
  • Solving Environmentalism
  • Street Law
  • Yearbook


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

Athletics


"The Bitney College Prep althletic 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

Field Trips

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

Wilderness Week

Night at the Opera

Shakespeare Festival

Senior Trip

College Tours

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.
  • Halloween Dance (October)
  • New Years Dance (January)
  • Prom (May)

School Spirit Days

Bitney College Preparatory High School students are encouraged to participate in a variety of school spirit days:
  • Crazy Hair Day
  • Crazy Hat Day
  • Mismatched Shoes Day
  • Alter-Ego Day
  • Colourful Clothing Day

Brain Buster Challenge

Since 2007 http://www.theunion.com/article/20070226/OPINION/102260162&parentprofile=search, 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. http://www.bitneyprep.net/brain_buster_challenge/index.php

Bitney Newsletter

Below is the most recent Bitney Newsletter.
  • http://www.bitneyprep.net/newsletter/news_2009-04-14.pdf

This link will be updated as new newsletters are published online. To view previous Newsletters, please see the following link: http://www.bitneyprep.net/newsletter/index.html
In the News=
The following are news articles referring to either Bitney itself or its students (past and present).

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