Sequoia Elementary School

Posted: January 19, 2018

I believe the most important thing in education is developing a love of learning in children. Sequoia takes pride in promoting student agency and allowing kids to take ownership of their own learning so they love coming to school. This was evident during my visit to campus.

Posted: January 19, 2018

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Posted: November 22, 2016

If you are considering this school - turn around and run the other way! DO NOT send your kids here. There is a major bullying problem at this school, the staff is lazy in addressing parents/kids concerns, and discrimination from the other kids if you are not one of the Hispanic kids who are low income. Most of the families here are great but the school has high rate of low income families that leads to a large cultural divide with families that actually live in houses in the area.
There are not a lot of resources for extra curricular activities and equipment and little to no parent involvement in the day to day classroom.

The principle is great, he does the best he can with the resources he is given. He has one tough job at this school.

Posted: November 22, 2016

Posted: November 22, 2016

The school wants all the kids to fit in the "box" of what they think is appropriate and not nurture their interests due to lack of resources.

Posted: November 22, 2016

Posted: November 22, 2016

large bullying problem and cultural divide among the student population

Posted: November 22, 2016

Posted: November 22, 2016

Posted: September 10, 2015

Posted: September 10, 2015

Posted: September 10, 2015

Posted: September 10, 2015

My daughter is a first grader this year. The school's principal is very involved with the day to day operations and interacts with the children in a respectful way. He talks to them directly. All of the teachers I have met are outstanding and the child care program (Prime Time) is top notch.

Posted: February 5, 2014

This is the first year my girls have been here. It's the fourth elementary school my oldest has attended, and I feel it's the best by far. It's small, personable, and very comfortable. All the teachers and staff are great, and the principal is a true gem. I can't say enough good things about this school.

Posted: October 22, 2012

Excellent school overall! The staff excels in teaching and the campus is safe. Although it is small, the teachers properly care for students and teach them what is needed to be taught in order for them to succeed.

Posted: August 11, 2012

My son will be attending Sequoia for the 3rd year. The staff is amazing. The school although smaller then most really cares for the success of the students and communicates with parents when necessary! Our test scores are really good and attendance is off the chart!

Posted: July 1, 2012

This is my girls first year at Sequoia from Pennsylvania. We couldn't be more pleased. This is a wonderful, hands on school. The teachers, principal, staff and PTA are amazing. The teachers truly care and take pride in their job and school. I love the fact that the principal is very approachable and remembers all of his students and parents. Coming from a large school, this is a refreshing change. We love Sequoia!!!!!

Posted: October 10, 2011

Sequoia is a great school!!! Its classrooms are being updated with Promethean boards and all children have access to technology. New programs that show real world application of computers are being implemented. Along with this, there is a new PE teacher. She is spunky and really gets the kids moving!!! Another great bonus to Sequoia is PrimeTime. The staff is friendly and well organized. The children attending this before and after school care enjoy their program. I also love the PTA. The programs that the PTA brings in - acting classes and trips to the theatre, show children there is so much more in this world. The PTA tries to create programs and events to encourage more parent involvement. They are open and welcoming to any and all volunteers. The best of all is that the teachers and staff really make the effort to know our families. I feel as if Sequoia Elementary is an extension of our home.

Posted: May 15, 2011

It is a very good School. Teachers are very nice & intelligent. Excellent & Friendly environment. My Son is studying in this school. Over all Good School.

Posted: May 15, 2011

It is a very good School. Teachers are very nice & intelligent. Excellent & Friendly environment. My Son is studying in this school. They just need to see other Best school Dist. to compare, how to advance this school to next level. Government should not cut the cost for the schools. I wish Sequoia to come up with flying colors.- Over all Very Good School.

Posted: April 1, 2011

This one of the best schools in the San Diego Unified School district. Recently, the school received two of the most prestigious honors a school can earn - California Distinguished School and Title I Academic Achievement Award. The new principal is very intelligent and kind. The teachers work hard and develop great relationships with the students and parents. My child has loved every teacher she's had at the school.

Posted: May 17, 2010

Sequoia is a hidden gem! Excellent and caring teachers who motivate all kids to want to learn and grow, a welcoming atmosphere where families know they are welcomed, high parent involvement including an active PTA, academically strong, and a principal who took a little school that in a sense was a diamond in the rough, and brought to surface the intangibles that make Sequoia shine. The success of this school is truly a school community effort. To top it off, has earned the honor of being named a CALIFORNIA DISTINGUISHED SCHOOL!

Posted: March 10, 2010

School is not properly equipped to deal with special needs children. Staff is not trained properly in addressing these needs. Staff is rude, constantly losing paper work. New principle does not take parents concerns seriously.

Posted: February 5, 2007