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Read Across America
Held at Sequoia Elementary School, Superintendent Gunn Marie Hansen, Ph.D. read to a class of WSD students.
APEX Jog
Lunar New Year
Hispanic Heritage Month
Thanksgiving staff
Welcome
Sequoia Elementary School, also known as Sequoia Academy: Gate Magnet Elementary School, is a renowned educational institution nestled in the vibrant city of Westminster, CA.
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about After-school Programs: Available at every school (opens in new window/tab)
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about Toddler / Pre-K Programs: Available from age 2, offered in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese (opens in new window/tab)
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about Award Winning Anti-Bullying Program (opens in new window/tab)
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about Premier Academics- Recent Curriculum and Instructor of the Year Award
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about Safety: Safest District in Orange County (opens in new window/tab)
News and Events
News Column Container
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By The Numbers
Eagles
School Mascot
1
Golden Bell Award
2023-24 Award Winner
1
Honor Roll School Award
2023-24 Award Winner
1
Pivotal Practice Award
2021-22 Award Winner
1
Exemplary Arts Education Program Award
2018-19 Award Winner
1
Distinguished School Award
2019 Award Winner
3
PBIS Silver Award
2015-16, 2018-19, and 2016-17 Award Winner
1
PBIS Gold Award
2024-25 Award Winner