First day of School August 28th
Welcome New Superintendent!
As of September 16th, 2019, Mr. James Berardi will serving as our new SPJUSD Superintendent. View or Download the new 2020 Superintendent Contract
Photo Credit: Nevada County school superintendent improves district, wins award. Local News | March 7, 2013
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ADULT EDUCATION IS HERE! Sierra County Schools for Adults
Mission & Vision Statement
We envision schools where all children succeed, where all children feel safe, and where their curiosity is cultivated. We provide an educational environment that encourages productive, responsible citizens. It is our goal to equip students with the tools to live and to contribute successfully in a rapidly changing world. Our schools offer a challenging, meaningful, and relevant curriculum that values creativity, critical thinking, and effective communication. Our students apply knowledge to new contexts and do so with honesty and integrity. Our students learn to appreciate beauty and care for the environment as well as each other and ultimately understand that their actions make a difference. Read our Strategic Plan.
Sierra County SCHOOLS
Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified School District is a Single District County. Our enrollment is 411 students in 4 facilities.
Sierra County Schools for Adults
700 Fourth St., P.O. Box 955, Loyalton, CA 96118-0037
Phone: 530-993-4454 Fax: 530-993-4667
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Bringing Adult Education to Sierra County, by supporting adult students in achieving academic success in pursuit of personal gratification, better employment, promotion potential, and increased post-secondary opportunities.
OFFERING BOTH IN-PERSON AND ONLINE Classed and Programs in Loyalton, Downieville, and Pike -Aleghany
Adult Basic Education, High School Diploma and equivalency courses are accepting applications for enrollment on an ongoing process. Call or email for more information. 530-993-1660 ex: 180 or contact Wendy Jackson.
Loyalton High School
700 Fourth St., P.O. Box 37, Loyalton, CA 96118-0037
Phone: 530-993-4454 Fax: 530-993-4667
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Accommodates students in grades 7-12 from the eastern section of Sierra and Plumas counties. LHS offers seven Advanced Placement courses and several other honors classes, as well as part of its full a-g course offerings for the college-bound student. Loyalton High has been recognized as a “Distinguished School”. Learn more about Loyalton High School by visiting the California Department of Education.
Downieville School
130 School St., P.O. Box B, Downieville, CA 95936
Phone: 530-289-3473 Fax: 530-289-3693
Downieville School is a K-12 school, which is located in Downieville, the Sierra County seat. The school serves the communities of Downieville, Sierra City, Goodyear’s Bar, and surrounding rural areas. The California Department of Education recognized the High School as a “Distinguished School” and Downieville was recently recognized as a California Business for Education Excellence Honor Roll School. Learn more about Downieville School at the California Department of Education.
Loyalton Elementary School
Sierra Pass Continuation School
700 Fourth St., P.O. Box 37, Loyalton CA 96118
Phone: 530-993-1660 Ext. 160 Fax:530-993-0828
Sierra Pass is an alternative high school facility and accommodates students in grades 9-12 from the eastern section of Sierra and Plumas counties. Learn more about Sierra Pass at the California Department of Education.
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