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Jaime Escalante Elementary was recognized by the City of Cudahy!
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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. 
 

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Calendar

Nov 11

The Habit Fundraiser

Time: 4 PM – 9 PM
Location: The Habit Burger and Grill 6821 Eastern Ave., Unit B Bell Gardens, CA 90201

Nov 7

ELAC Meeting

Time: 1 PM – 2 PM
Location: Parent Center (Hybrid)

SSC Meeting

Time: 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
Location: Parent Center (Hybrid)

Oct 24

2025 Harvest Festival

Time: 3 PM – 5 PM
Location: Main Yard

Oct 22

UNITY DAY-WEAR ORANGE

Location: Schoolwide

Nov 27

Thanksgiving

Dec 25

Christmas

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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.