education Western Nevada County schools are some of the best in California. Approximately 11,000 students attend the system’s 26 public schools, and four private schools. The public schools are governed by eight elementary school districts and one high school district. The three comprehensive high schools in the Nevada Joint Union High School District received the California Distinguished School Award. More than 90 percent of the high school students graduate. Thirty percent of graduating seniors attend four year colleges or universities and another 40 percent choose other higher education programs. The Nevada Union Joint High School District has the lowest dropout rate in the state. The school system works to meet the unique needs of students and parents. It supports two continuation high schools offering alternative educational programs to teens. It also offers six charter schools (the most you’ll find anywhere in the U.S.) with excellent examples like the Nevada City School of the Arts. Higher education is available in Nevada County. Sierra College’s Nevada County Campus has over 2,500 students. It offers a curriculum designed for the community’s lifelong learners, including 14 different AA/AS degree and certificate programs. Many adult students also attend classes to upgrade their skills or explore a new interest. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Sierra College offers non-credit tuition-free short courses for adults with inquiring minds. Courses are available on campus, online, and on local cable television. The campus is also home to Ghidotti Early College High School, which bridges the divide between high school and college. The beautiful campus is home to one of California’s finest child development centers, offering daycare as well as training for child care providers. The Sierra College Astronomy Program selected the Nevada County campus to host a Robotic Observatory. Several years ago, Sierra College was chosen by Apogee Instruments and Software Bisque, both leaders in the astronomical community, to receive their newly developed technology in order to advance scientific education and research. The campus also plays host to a variety of art shows, including the acclaimed Gillian Hodge Sculpture exhibit. The campus is located at 250 Sierra College Drive, Grass Valley 95945. More information can be obtained on the Sierra College website, www.sierracollege.edu, or by calling the campus at (530) 274-5300.
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