Were You Abused at Mount Bachelor Academy?
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Prineville, Oregon • Operated by CEDU
5
Documented Incidents
2
Lawsuits Filed
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What Happened at Mount Bachelor Academy
Mount Bachelor Academy in Prineville, Oregon, a private residential treatment facility, has faced multiple documented allegations and investigations related to abuse and safety concerns. State investigations have substantiated allegations of abuse at the facility, though specific details and timelines of these investigations remain limited in public records. The Oregon Department of Human Services reached a settlement with Mount Bachelor Academy in 2010, indicating formal action was taken against the facility by state regulators. The most significant legal action came in 2011 when former students filed multiple lawsuits against Mount Bachelor Academy. Fourteen students filed one lawsuit, while a separate suit was brought by nine former students specifically alleging systematic physical abuse. These lawsuits represent a pattern of alleged mistreatment affecting multiple students during their time at the facility. The legal actions suggest serious concerns about the treatment and safety of minors in the facility's care, though the outcomes of these specific lawsuits and any potential settlements are not documented in available records. If you or someone you know was affected by abuse at Mount Bachelor Academy or any residential treatment facility, consider consulting with an attorney who specializes in institutional abuse cases to understand your legal options and rights.
- Location
- Prineville, Oregon 97554
- Facility Type
- private residential treatment
- Status
- closed
Documented Incidents & Lawsuits
The following have been documented through news reports, court filings, and official investigations.
State investigation finds substantiated allegations of abuse
An Abuse Investigation & Protective Services Report found certain allegations of abuse or neglect by Mount Bachelor Academy and Sharon Bitz were substantiated. This led to state action against the school.
Source: Type Investigations →State investigation for allegations of abuse
Mount Bachelor Academy near Prineville, Oregon came under state investigation for allegations of abuse reported by students. The school faced scrutiny from authorities.
Source: Time →14 students file lawsuit against Mount Bachelor Academy
In 2011, 14 students filed a lawsuit against Mount Bachelor Academy. The law firm Crew Janci represented the students in this legal action.
Source: Crew Janci →Nine former students sue for systematic physical abuse
Nine former students filed a lawsuit against Mount Bachelor Academy and its parent companies. They alleged they were subjected to systematic physical abuse at the facility.
Source: Bend Bulletin →DHS reaches settlement with Mount Bachelor Academy
The Oregon Department of Human Services reached a settlement with the owners of Mount Bachelor Academy. This occurred nearly a year after the state ordered closure of the therapeutic boarding school.
Source: KTVZ →Your Legal Rights in Oregon
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