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Welcome to Trajan Elementary School
Valuing every individual’s contribution, Trajan Elementary School will challenge and prepare students to become critical thinkers who demonstrate personal accountability and responsible citizenship by promoting lifelong learning in a safe, collaborative community with innovative and relevant instruction.
Trajan Garden
Peer Groups
Upper grade peer groups building a marble run in our SDC classroom
Orangevale Community Food Bank
Group of Trajan students receive a giant check from Orangevale Community Food Bank in the amount of $250 as a thank you for collecting so many canned goods.
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Latest News
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Welcome to the 2026-27 school year! Whether you’re joining San Juan Unified for the first time or returning for another exciting year, we are so glad you’re a part of our community. Our first day of school is Thursday, Aug. 13, and our staff has been working hard to prepare for a successful start.
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Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on Aug. 11.
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As we begin to prepare for the first day of school on Aug. 13, San Juan Unified School District would like to encourage families to complete the Annual Student Information Update as soon as possible.
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To support student learning and well-being, the San Juan Unified Board of Education recently approved revisions to the district's mobile device policy that will require personal mobile devices to be restricted for the entire school day at elementary, K-8 and middle schools beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
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Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, San Juan Unified has updated its e-transportation guidelines to support student and staff safety. Families are encouraged to review the new campus expectations, safety requirements and permitted devices before the start of the school year.
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on June 9.
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on May 26.
Upcoming Events
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Access San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan.
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Volunteers, helpers and chaperones are needed!
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San Juan Unified uses an equity lens to target and eliminate barriers for all students.
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If you want to be a part of a diverse school district committed to ensuring each student's success - we want to meet you.
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San Juan Unified School District is invested in providing 21st-century learning opportunities for all students.
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The San Juan Education Foundation supports and advances excellent education for all students in San Juan Unified.