Big Picture Educational Academy

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Proudly unlike other schools

Big Picture Educational Academy is a free public charter school accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, serving Elementary (TK – grade 8), High School (grade 9-12) and Adult-Aged High School students in Fresno, CA.

Elementary School (K-8)

At Big Picture Elementary (BPE), we strive to help children become active citizens in a democracy that is still being shaped.
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High School (9-12)

BPHS is a School of Choice offering a college/career prep program for all students.
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Adult High School (9-12)

Big Picture Adult High School Diploma and our ESL program educates adults of all ages.
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Why Big Picture?

BPEA students leave confident in their knowledge, skills, and relationships to pursue unique passions and make a lasting positive impact on their lives and communities.

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We teach our students real world learning

Our goal is to help students learn real world skills, such as how to reason, problem-solve, and be active members of the community. We believe that knowing how to learn is most important thing a students needs to succeed in the real world.
We take a personalized approach

We take a personalized approach in our school organization. We provide a small enough learning environment where every student has an opportunity to develop genuine relationships their teachers and other students—creating an impactful educational experience.
We are inclusive and diverse

Big Picture provides an equal playground: to play, believe, converse, and think. It is, therefore, openly inclusive and respectful of everyone’s beliefs when it is not impacting or replacing societal laws, human rights, or harmful to people.

Charter Profile —

At a Glance

We’re proudly unlike other K-12 schools.

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Latest News

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October 23, 2025

Toy Distribution Sign Up

'Tis the season to give back! We're thrilled to announce that BigPicture Educational Academy (BPEA) is teaming up with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to ensure children aged 0-12 in our communit. . .

August 29, 2025

BPEA Closed 9/1/25

Big Picture Educational Academy will be closed on Monday, September 1st, 2025, in observance of Labor Day. We wish you a pleasant holiday.

August 28, 2025

Welcome to ParentSquare!

Our school is using ParentSquare! We are excited to let you know that this year we'll be using ParentSquare to communicate with you at the school, and in your classrooms and groups. ParentSquare pr. . .

August 28, 2025

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The Big Picture Difference

Our commitment to excellence and a broad range of academic programs offer students the rich traditions and growth opportunities of a large school with the personalized experiences and community of a smaller one. Discover your calling at Big Picture Educational Academy.

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