Sequoia PTSA's weekly eNewsletter in partnership with the Sequoia High School Education Foundation |
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Join Us! Our next PTSA/ELAC meeting is Tuesday, March 7, at 7 p.m. in the multipurpose room (MPR). Mr. Priest will provide us an update on school happenings, and then the PTSA and ELAC will separate, and conduct their respective meetings. All are welcome!
2023-24 PTSA Board Feeling out of the loop? Want the inside scoop? Join the PTSA Executive Board next school year, and learn how this all works behind the scenes. We are sadly losing some PTSA Board Members this graduating year, and we need your help! We meet once per month — first Tuesday of the month — and conduct our other work offline / as needed. Consider stepping up for this rewarding experience! Please contact me directly if you want to know more.
Karen Gebhart
2022-23 Sequoia PTSA President
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March 22: SAT exam volunteers needed! |
Sequoia is hosting the SAT exam on Wednesday, March 22 for Sequoia juniors—and we need volunteers! Click here to volunteer. For more info, contact Elisa Niño-Sears at elisa@atlashs.org or 650-387-8390. **IMPORTANT**: Volunteers for the SAT exam cannot be relatives of any student taking the test that same day. For students interested in participating in this SAT exam, please contact Sequoia’s College & Career Center.
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SHSEF supports students in reaching highest potential |
Did you know SHSEF supports staff, projects, and programs to ensure that every student has the opportunity to reach their highest potential? We raise funds for college services, academic enrichment programs, staff professional development, and student and family support.
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Girls soccer makes history with CCS win |
The Sequoia Girls Soccer team this Saturday had a 1-0 win over Aragon High School to bring home the Division I CCS championship. This was the first CCS title in the girls soccer program’s history.
Junior Addison Hawes scored the game's decisive goal toward the end of the first half, after an assist from junior Nina Mills. Congratulations to this hard-working team and coaches Melissa Schmidt and Beth Peng!
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Upcoming student activities |
Check out all the great things happening at Sequoia! Bear with us as we adjust the size of the graphic to be legible on a desktop. In the meantime, you should be able to view it on your phone! |
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March 17: SUHSD Middle College applications due |
The SUHSD Middle College program at Cañada College is now accepting applications for Fall 2023. Middle College is a collaboration between the SUHSD and Cañada College, and students earn both high school and college credits, enabling them to complete their high school requirements and earn college credit simultaneously. All classes are held at Cañada College, and there is no cost. Watch this video to learn more.
Interested sophomores should speak to their counselor and attend one of our Parent/Student info sessions. Limited space for rising seniors. All application components must be submitted by Friday, March 17 at 4:00 p.m. Email us with questions, visit the website for more information or call 650-306-3120. Hablamos Español!
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April 22: Save the date for Prom! |
Time: 7:30-11:00 p.m.
Location: San Francisco City Hall
Mark the date on your calendar, and remember to look for more information coming soon. See you there!
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April 25-May 3: Need host families for French exchange students |
We are happy to welcome our sister school from Muret (near Toulouse), France, back on campus for the first time since pre-pandemic! They will be here for a short visit to the Bay Area from April 25-May 3. We are urgently looking for host families who can accommodate another teenager (or their teacher) in the house.
Cultural exchanges are one thing that make our wonderful community more international. Sharing rooms is totally fine, but students must have their own bed. Other languages besides English spoken at home are also totally welcome, as it reflects the diversity of the United States. If you know someone who can host, or if you can host yourself, please fill out a Host Family Application and send it back in PDF form. If you have any questions, contact Karina Chin. Merci!
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Early bird discount tickets for class of ’23 Safe and Sober Grad Night |
Tickets are now on sale for the Safe and Sober Grad Night! A ticket includes: food, dancing, games, views, and FUN! Get in on the early bird price of only $80! Prices go up on March 13. The grads will meet at Sequoia around 10:00 p.m. to board buses that will take them to the Horn Blower Pier for an evening cruise around the San Francisco Bay. They will return to Sequoia around 4:00 a.m. All attendees must sign a waiver; students over 18 are able to sign for themselves, but must have a completed waiver. This event is for Sequoia graduates of the class of 2023 ONLY. If your students wish to purchase a ticket for another student, please check with that student first. No refunds. Purchase tickets here. If you wish to purchase via check, please email us.
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Come watch us play
Support the Ravens by attending home games. Complete winter sports schedules are now posted at SeqSports.com.
Let’s go, Ravens!
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3/7 JV Softball vs Mountain View, 4:00 pm
3/8 Badminton vs Hillsdale, 4:30 pm
3/9 JV Softball vs Los Altos, 4:00 pm
3/10 Boys Tennis vs Westmoor, 4:00 pm
3/10 Boys Varsity Volleyball vs San Mateo, 5:00 pm
3/10 Girls Lacrosse vs Presentation, 7:00 pm
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Boosters online auction starts today! |
Registration for the online auction is free, but you must be registered to bid or support this year’s Fund-A-Need. All funds raised benefit all Sequoia sports teams with equipment, transportation, uniforms, and more!
Our auction catalog features packages big and small, including fabulous baskets offered by each Sequoia sports team. Bid now, and please encourage your family, friends, and teammates to participate. Thank you for your support!
Auction Highlights:
- 2023 VIP Grad seats, parking & breakfast for 20
- 5 hours of college counseling services
- Custom SEQ corn hole boards
- Parties, getaways, sports tickets, fitness classes and more!
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March 5-12: Online auction
March 11: Crab Feed dinner and live auction
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Don’t miss your chance to win big and small packages donated by local businesses, Sequoia sports teams, and our wonderful community!
- 2023 VIP Grad seats, parking & breakfast for 20!
- Get-aways to San Diego, Oregon, or the Central Coast
- Luxury sailing day on the bay
- Custom Sequoia cornhole boards and other SEQ swag!
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THE PARENT EDUCATION SERIES |
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How can we set the stage for introverts to thrive? Dr. Heidi Kasevich, creator of the Quiet Ambassador Program for Susan Cain’s Quiet Revolution, will explore strategies to help introverts leverage their natural strengths, step outside their comfort zones with authenticity, and restore their internal energy.
¿Cómo podemos preparar el escenario para que los introvertidos prosperen? Dra. Heidi Kasevich, creadora del Programa Quiet Ambassador para Susan Cain's Revolución tranquila, explorará estrategias para ayudar a los introvertidos a aprovechar sus fortalezas naturales, salir de sus zonas de confort con autenticidad y restaurar su energÃa interna. Enlace de zoom.
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Kids don’t come with instruction manuals. But when parents learn a little something about child development, we can use those insights to support our kids. Join Deborah Farmer Kris, child development expert, for an engaging exploration of four key lessons drawn from cognitive science — lessons that can help kids thrive academically and navigate social and emotional challenges.
Los niños no vienen con manuales de instrucciones. Pero cuando los padres aprenden algo sobre el desarrollo infantil, podemos usar esos conocimientos para apoyar a nuestros hijos. Unirse Deborah Farmer Kris, experto en desarrollo infantil, para una interesante exploración de cuatro lecciones clave extraÃdas de la ciencia cognitiva, lecciones que pueden ayudar a los niños a prosperar académicamente y afrontar los desafÃos sociales y emocionales. Enlace de zoom.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND EVENTS |
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Costa Rica Youth Exchange |
Our program is for Spanish students who are ready for a full immersion to build speaking confidence and gain fluency through social connections. Our environment is the perfect setting for young people to engage at the community level and experience our engaging youth culture. We put great energy in helping each student adapt to life in our small village, for that reason we limit enrollment to 15 students. Call Costa Rica Youth Exchange toll free at 1-888-674-0408 or email Ilba Prego, Director.
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STAY ON TOP OF THINGS AT SEQUOIA |
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There are many communication resources at Sequoia besides the Sentinel. Here are a few of our favorites:
Sequoia High School Website
Calendar: Note: Sequoia only posts schedule abnormalities here, so unless otherwise noted, assume a normal week:
- Mon. - A Day
- Tues. - B Day
- Wed. - Collab. Day
- Thurs. - A Flex Day
- Fri. - B Flex Day
Staff and Student Bulletin: everything from student announcements, to the sports schedule, to all the available clubs. Read it on the website, or subscribe to get it twice a week in your email.
PTSA Resources
Class email lists: subscribe to class e-blasts, with news tailored for each student year
Student News
That's So Raven Announcements: subscribe to Sequoia High School ASB's YouTube channel and set up alerts so you'll know when these fun and informational vlogs post
Quick Links:
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CONTRIBUTE TO THE SENTINEL |
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The Sentinel goes out to 3,500 members of the Sequoia High School community on Sundays at 8 a.m. during the school year. Submissions are due on Wednesday — click the purple Submission button below. Include a Spanish translation from a native or bilingual speaker if you can (no Google translations please).
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En Español:
¿Quieres traducir este boletÃn ahora? En Español: 1-Mantenga presionada la tecla Control (PC) y la tecla A para seleccionar toda la página, a continuación, mantenga presionada la tecla Control y haga clic en la tecla C para copiar la página entera. 2-Abra una página nueva del navegador web y vaya a google translate. 3-Coloca el cursor en la caja y mantenga presionada la tecla Control y haga clic en la tecla V para pegar el boletÃn completo en el cuadro de traducción.
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