Sequoia Middle School - Fontana

Initial Designation: 2024

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School Details

  • Principal: Ms. Brittney Davis-Fox
  • District: Fontana Unified School District
  • County: San Bernardino County
  • Community: Urban

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Exemplars of high-quality work are shared with students
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Curriculum is socially significant and relevant to student interests
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Intentional practices to collect and analyze data on student success in order to monitor student progress, address barriers, and make improvements
  • Social Equity - Differentiated instructional approaches so all students have opportunities to comprehend and master standards

Description

Sequoia Middle School stands out for programs that build academic confidence, leadership, and a strong sense of belonging. As an AVID National Demonstration School, Sequoia uses schoolwide AVID strategies in writing, reading, organization, and note taking to strengthen college and career readiness. Its Dual Language Immersion program extends bilingualism and biliteracy through rigorous instruction in English and Spanish, preparing students for advanced language study. Sequoia has also earned repeated California Schools to Watch recognition and Platinum status for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, reflecting its focus on academic growth and positive school culture. Student leadership grows through WEB, where eighth graders mentor seventh graders, while clubs and seasonal volleyball, basketball, and soccer expand opportunities for involvement. Sequoia is a proud Eagle community where students are prepared to succeed and encouraged to belong.
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