PREPARING TOMORROWS HOMEBUILDERS

The Donald Chaiken Building Industry Technology Academy (BITA) mission is to provide a trained workforce to meet industry demand, offset worker retirement, and avoid labor shortages. BITA enhances the public perception of the building industry, its diverse career opportunities, and hardworking employees.

A HANDS-ON APPROACH TO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY IN HIGH SCHOOL

BITA is a Career Technical Education (CTE) pathway program. BITA 1 – 3 are UC/CSU approved under the elective (g) subject requirement. Students learn skills and knowledge needed for future careers or continued education in the building industry.

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Bring BITA to Your Campus

BITA is a Career Technical Education (CTE) curriculum providing students a space where they can learn the hands-on skills and knowledge it takes to be successful within the construction industry. The Foundation is excited to work with your school in the growth and success of your program.

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About Donald Chaiken

The Donald Chaiken Building Industry Technology Academy (BITA) namesake is a result of a generous grant by the Donald and Carole Chaiken Foundation. Their contribution supports hands-on training, scholarship, and workforce development programs throughout California. 

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Industry Support

Industry support builds potential for the workforce of the future, support that includes being a guest speaker, providing site visits, mentoring a BITA graduate and more. With 50+ programs in California, there is an immense opportunity for you to make a difference and empower a student.

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Join our mission in providing a solution to cultivate a sustainable industry workforce by educating and inspiring California high school students to pursue a career in construction or a related field.

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