Nevada Joint Union offers a number of alternative education programs.

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Ghidotti Early College High School

Attend high school and college classes on the Sierra College Nevada County Campus. Students graduate with a high school diploma and community college degree in four to five years.
 
  • A small, personal, and caring learning environment
  • Free tuition and books at Sierra College
  • Preparation and support for success in college courses
  • Non-traditional high school setting
  • NCLB Highly Qualified Teachers
  • Career exploration, internships, and community projects
  • A staff committed to student success and collaboration with parents
  • High academic expectations and standards
  • Bridges the divide between high school, community college and university
  • For more information go to Ghidotti Early College High School

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North Point Academy

  • Traditional high school diploma (not continuation)
  • Complete high school curriculum
  • U.C. approved coursework
  • High qualified, credentialed teachers
  • Individualized and small group instruction
  • Students may take 1 or 2 classes at Nevada Union or Bear River High Schools
  • Accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges)
  • Work Experience programs available
  • Formal cap and gown graduation ceremony
  • For the 9th through 12th grades
  • For more information go to North Point Academy

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Silver Springs High School

  • Focus on credit recovery
  • Full day continuation high school that includes intensive services for parenting and pregnant teens
  • Complete academic programs, which mirror district and state requirements for graduation
  • Work Experience and accessibility to Sierra College courses
  • Counseling services related to academic, behavioral, emotional and physical health available for all students
  • For more information go to Silver Springs High School