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This is the nineteenth year of the School Accountability
Report Card that was established by Proposition 98, an initiative passed
by California voters. As you read the Record Card, you will gain a
better understanding of Sequoia as a school with a record for
improvements; a faculty that is professionally skilled and personally
committed to meeting the learning needs of students; A student body which
is enthusiastic and motivated to perform well.
Sequoia Middle School is located in the
south/central Bakersfield,
in a middle class neighborhood.
We believe
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All students can learn. Student
learning is the highest priority for our school.
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Students learn in different ways and at
different rates. They are provided with a variety of instructional
approaches to support individual learning styles.
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Each student is a valued individual.
Each has unique physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs.
Positive relationships and mutual respect among and between students and
staff enhance self-esteem.
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Assessment of student learning provides
students with a variety of opportunities to demonstrate their learning
achievement.
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A safe, comfortable environment promotes
student learning.
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All students benefit from cultural
diversity through the understanding of different peoples and cultures.
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Teachers, administrators, parents and the
community share in the responsibility for advancing Sequoia Middle School’s mission.
Sequoia creates a sense of family where positive
relationships are developed between students and adults to create a
positive environment. It is our goal to take any child from where he or
she is to reach his or her maximum academic potential through purpose,
pride, and responsibility for self.
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