CCPA – The Future of High School Education!

Looking for a high school that goes beyond traditional education? At the Cottonwood College Prep Academy (CCPA) in El Dorado Hills, CA, we offer a hybrid learning program that blends rigorous academics, hands-on experiential learning, and student-driven...

CCPA Criminology Crime Scene Investigation

Our criminology class recently turned into an exciting hands-on detective experience as students tackled a mock crime scene! Working as a team, they analyzed clues, followed proper crime scene procedures, and applied critical thinking to deduce what may have happened....

Ice Cream in CCPA’s Chemistry!

Our chemistry students recently discovered the sweet side of science by making their own handmade ice cream! Using just milk, vanilla, sugar, salt, ice, and a little chemistry magic, they learned about freezing point depression and how salt lowers the freezing...

Monopoly in Econ at CCPA!

Our Econ class took a classic game and gave it a fresh, educational twist! Instead of playing Monopoly the traditional way, students dove into a modified version that brought real-world economic concepts to life. Players started with different amounts of money based...

Step Into History with Historical Figure Day!

At CCPA, Historical Figure Day is more than just a dress-up event—it’s a celebration of the people who shaped our world. Students step into the shoes of iconic figures, from groundbreaking scientists and courageous activists to celebrated artists and influential...