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Sequoia High

PO Box 2147, Merced, CA, 95344

About Sequoia High

Sequoia High School is among the premier public alternative schools in Merced, California. It caters to students in grades 9 to 12. The school, with an enrollment of approximately 106 students, boasts an excellent student-to-teacher ratio of 12:1, enabling educators to provide substantial individual attention to each student. This pedagogical approach renders it one of the most renowned institutions for students seeking a more intimate and supportive educational setting that emphasizes individual advancement and provides personalized attention. The school serves a wide range of students. Right now, 17% of students are good at reading and 17% are good at math. Sequoia High School is an important part of the local education system and offers students in the community a vital alternative path to success. It is known as one of the best schools because it can get students interested in learning again and has a flexible school setting. The school's strengths are its dedicated teachers and its commitment to helping all students do better through a personalized and inclusive academic framework, and it is one of the best high schools in California.

Sequoia High Contact Information

Address

PO Box 2147, Merced, CA, 95344

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Phone

(209) 325-1700

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 17%
Reading 17%
State average proficiency is 17% in Math and 17% in Reading.
9
Full-time Teachers
11 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
106
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 4960 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Sequoia High

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 10.38%
Asian 0.94%
Hispanic 76.42%
Black 9.43%
Two+ Races 1.89%
Native Am. 0.94%
White
10.38%
Asian
0.94%
Hispanic
76.42%
Black
9.43%
Two+ Races
1.89%
Native Am.
0.94%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 106
52.83%
56 Female
47.17%
50 Male

Student Population

106 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

106 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Sequoia High School is now part of the California Community School Partnership Program, which uses a whole-child approach to bring important family and community resources right into the school. The school is currently making its career-readiness programs better by adding specialized Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways that teach students the academic and social skills they need to do well in today's jobs. Students are also encouraged to get the State Seal of Civic Engagement, which is a special honor for their diplomas that honors the big positive changes they made through community service.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of school experience do students get at Sequoia High?

Ans. Sequoia High has a full curriculum that includes academics, extracurricular activities, and chances for personal growth.

Q2. Can students take AP classes at Sequoia High?

Ans. Yes, students can get ready for college-level work by taking Advanced Placement classes and tests.

Q3. How does Sequoia High help students get ready for their careers?

Ans. Sequoia High helps students explore and plan their careers by giving them advice, internships, and programs that connect them with career exploration and planning.

Q4. Do students get help getting ready for college?

Ans. Yes, of course! Students can take the SAT and ACT and get help planning for college.

Q5. Are there any programs that are creative?

Ans. Yes, students can be creative through practical activities music, drama, and visual arts.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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