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About Us

Jaime Escalante Elementary was established on August 16, 2010 who serve the communities of Bell, Cudahy, and Maywood. We are a Public School Choice that offers grades TK through 6th. We are excited to share some wonderful news—our school has been named a California Distinguished School! This prestigious award is given by the California Department of Education to public schools that demonstrate outstanding student achievement and a strong commitment to educational excellence.

News & Announcements

Rescheduled SSC Meeting (December)

Please read attached agenda items for information regarding this month's SSC meeting.

December Monthly Calendar

Please view the calendar for important school events.

Coffee with the Principal

Come and join us as we will review our Annual Goals and Budget.

ELAC December Meeting

The ELAC members will review the SPSA and make recommendations to SSC.

2025-26 Title 1: Parent and Family Engagement Policy

The link below is for the 2025-26 Title 1: Parent and Family Engagement Policy. Copies are available in the main office in English and Spanish.

Escalante's 2025-26 Parent and Compact

The link below is for the 2025-26 Parent Compact. Copies are available in the main office in English and Spanish.

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Dec 9

SSC Meeting-December

Time: 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM

Location: Parent Center (Hybrid)

Dec 22

Winter Recess Begins

Dec 25

Christmas

Jan 9

Winter Recess Ends

Jan 12

Second Semester Begins

Jan 19

Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Day

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Our Mission

To ensure that our students graduate ready for the world, we empower them with a high-quality, rigorous college preparatory education that fosters academic excellence, principled character, visionary leadership and a lifelong love of learning.