Sequoia Sentinel
October 17, 2021
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Sequoia PTSA's weekly eNewsletter in partnership with the Sequoia High School Education Foundation |
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October is the time of year when students begin to distinguish themselves through academics, athletics, activities, and other endeavors. We are a community rich with remarkable humans, so one only needs to keep their eyes and ears open to witness us thriving. By way of celebrating Sequoia excellence, here’s a hodge-podge of observations and interactions from the past week -- a snapshot:
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Emergency evacuation procedures at Sequoia include a big lift from our Health Careers Academy. Once HCA students have completed CERT training, they join in planning, implementation, and execution of evacuating and accounting for all students at our designated rendezvous point for the school (the football field). HCA students wear colored vests to indicate their role and are trained to respond to injuries. We had our first evacuation exercises this week since 2019 and I’m happy to report a smooth first drill.
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You have to venture to the far edge of campus, behind the visitor bleachers at Terremere field before you might hear the hum of our beehives. A two-year, student-led initiative to support environmental sustainability through beekeeping has, at long last, brought two working hives to Sequoia. Students have become experts in safe handling and maintenance of the hives. I’ve been promised my first jar of honey before the end of the year.
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The fall drama production, The Monologue Show From Hell, premieres this upcoming weekend (10/22-10/24). Drama teacher Talia Cain has assembled a large and talented cast whose enthusiasm fills the halls as they walk between classes in their bright yellow cast t-shirts. The cast gave a preview of the future of Sequoia drama with a whole school improv game at last Friday’s rally. “Mr. Priest,” one student told me, “I’m going to be a star!” Shine on!
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We have a podcast club. It’s 20+ students strong. When I encountered their meeting, they were coming to a consensus about which podcast they should listen to. “It’s sort of like a book club,” their spokesperson told me. They were discussing some pretty serious options, preferences leaning towards something in the true crime genre. I asked if they’d share with me which podcast they settled on, but I’m not sure if they think I can hang since I haven’t heard from them.
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Our tennis team is dominating their league this year. Pretty great outcome, especially as I remember a conversation I had with one of the players back in August, when practices had just begun. “How competitive do you think we’ll be this year?” I asked. “I don’t know,” she said, “but we’re going to have fun.” I can’t make this stuff up.
My favorite moment of Sequoia excellence this week, however, came courtesy of the entire student body at once. During Friday’s rally, students were gathered together in the stadium bleachers, cheering with sincerity in support of their peers in the band, cheer team, dance classes, the Polynesian Club. Their positivity and encouragement lived up to our school motto, Unaliyi (A Place of Friends). They saved their biggest cheers in support of the annual teacher dance (another tradition we’re all happy to revive this year!), perhaps my favorite moment of all.
Excellence presents itself in many ways at Sequoia. Keep your head up and your eyes open. You don’t want to miss a thing.
Have a great week!
Sean
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Oct 27: Save the date for Principal's Coffee |
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Come join us at Sequoia at 8:30 a.m. for coffee and meet other parents and community members. More details to follow. This will be an outdoor event with the required COVID precautions. |
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Halloween treats for teachers and staff |
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Have you joined the PTSA this year? |
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Are you having trouble buying a membership through the PTSA store? Would you like to know if you've already joined? Please contact Dana Rechin, Membership Chair.
Don't want the hassle of another online login? Go old school! Fill out the membership form in English or the membership form in Spanish. Put the form and your check in an envelope and mail it to school or drop it off at the school office. We'll take care of the rest! Ten minutes and $20 is all it takes to make our Unaliyi spirit stronger!
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Parent volunteers needed for campus tours on Saturdays!
We need parent volunteers to help with tours for 8th graders and their families on Saturdays! Tours in October, November and January!
Each tour group is conducted by leadership students with 1-2 parent volunteers tagging along to help share their perspective and Sequoia experiences.
- Arrive at 9:45 a.m.
- End at 11:30 a.m.
- Tours begin at 10:00 a.m. Final tours depart at 10:30 a.m.
- Tours last about an hour.
- Please meet at the front steps of the school.
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¡Necesitamos padres voluntarios para los recorridos por el campus los sábados!
¡Necesitamos padres voluntaries para ayudar con los recorridos para los estudiante octova grados y sus familias los sabados! El recorrido seria Octubre, Noviembre y Enero.
Cada grupo es dirigido por un estudiante del liderazgo con 1-2 padres voluntaries etiquetados para ayudar y compartir sus perspectiva experiencia de las escuela sequoia
- Llegue 9:45 am
- Termina a las 11:30 am
- El recorrido Comiensa a las 10:00 y el ultimo recorrido sale a las 10:30 am y durara aproximadamente una hora.
- Por favor reunase en los escalones delanteros de la escuela.
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Do you have questions for our Sequoia 2021-2022 PTSA Board? Reach Karen Eller Ha, PTSA President and the rest of the team at sequoiaptsa@gmail.com.
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Our mission is to positively impact the lives of all children and families. |
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THAT’S SO RAVEN - Episode 7 |
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Tune into the news this week for info about all the fun things happening on campus as well as some information from Sequoia Drama and a special feature on our Sequoia Athletics.
This week on That's So Raven:
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October 12-26: Student art show in Powell Gallery |
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Please stop by the Powell Art Gallery over the next three weeks for Sequoia's beginning-of-the-semester Art Show. The show will feature drawing, painting, ceramics, and work from IB art students. The Sequoia art students are so happy to have studio time and space again - come check out their fabulous creations!
Note: The Powell Gallery is open during school day lunch periods. All visitors to the campus during the school day (including the Powell Gallery) will first need to check-in with the Assistant Vice Principal’s office for a visitor's pass. Masks must be worn in all indoor areas.
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IB exam registration underway |
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IB exam registration is underway, and we are processing registrations into the IB system. Some students still need to register. If your student is in an IB testing class and did not attend an IB exam registration online meeting, please have them come to the IB office in room 130. Fees for IB exams will be posted on Infinite Campus.
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Tickets for "The Monologue Show (From Hell)" on sale now |
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Tickets for Sequoia Drama's upcoming fall play "The Monologue Show (From Hell)" are now on sale. You don't want to miss this hilarious collection of monologues-gone-wrong!
Performance dates:
- Friday October 22 at 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday October 23 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
- Sunday October 24 at 2:00 p.m.
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Sequoia's Academy Mentor Program is looking for mentors! |
Would you like to transform the trajectory of a Sequoia student? Become a Sequoia Academy mentor. For less than two hours a month from November-May, Sequoia High School Academy mentors work one-on-one with students from the Digital Arts Academy or Health Careers Academy on career-related skills.
Adults can support a student by sharing their knowledge and experience about how to take steps towards a successful and rewarding career. Join our team! Whatever stage you are in, our students can learn from your career journey. Please refer to our website or contact our coordinators Greg Stein or Gregory Schmid for more information about how to participate in this year's hybrid program.
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Home Games:
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10/19 Girls volleyball vs. MA - freshman 4:00, JV 5:00, varsity 6:15 p.m.
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10/19 Girls tennis vs. Capuchino - varsity 4:00 p.m.
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10/19 Boys water polo vs. San Mateo - varsity 4:00 p.m.
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10/20 Girls water polo vs. Carlmont - JV 3:00, varsity 4:00 p.m.
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10/21 Girls volleyball vs. Woodside - freshman 4:00, JV 5:00, varsity 6:15 p.m.
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Oct 19: Boosters meeting Tuesday |
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Join the virtual meeting to connect with our athletic director, review grant requests from coaches, and hear the latest on Sequoia sports programs. Tues., Oct. 19 at 7:00 p.m.
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New Boosters website
The Sequoia Sport and Spirit Boosters Organization is excited to announce the launch of our new and improved website. Visit SequoiaBoosters.org to find out more about what we do and explore all the ways to support Sequoia Athletics!
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Gorgeous (sustainably grown) evergreens for the holidays - order now! |
Why stand in line and fight the crowds for your holiday evergreens (hello TJ's swag selling out within minutes of it arriving!) when you can order and pick up locally while supporting the Class of 2024 Safe & Sober Graduation Activities! We are offering beautiful and fragrant wreaths, garlands, and centerpieces for $25-35 each. All items will be available for pick up in San Carlos during the first week of December.
Where do these gorgeous evergreens come from? Sherwood Forest Farms is a family-owned, sustainable farm founded 60 years ago by Cecil Callison in Centralia, Washington. Cecil had a vision to help not-for-profit organizations attain their fundraising goals through the sale of high-quality Pacific Northwest holiday evergreens. PayPal or credit/debit cards accepted. Please share the sale with your neighbors and friends, and contact Aimee Swanson with any questions.
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Senior portraits, the time is now |
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Thanks to all of the seniors who have already taken their senior portrait! If your senior has not taken it yet, please make the appointment with Prestige Photography soon. How about doing that today? Be sure to get it taken as soon as possible, by Halloween would be good, but definitely before Thanksgiving. How to make your appointment...
A) Use the QR code on the card in the graphic.
B) Call Prestige at 1 (877) 825-7922
Prestige Photography is located at:
990 Industrial Road
Suite 102
San Carlos, CA 94070
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MEET ME AT THE MEDIA CENTER |
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THE PARENT EDUCATION SERIES |
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When You Wonder, You're Learning: Mister Rogers' Enduring Lessons for Kids |
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Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski, co-authors of When You Wonder, You’re Learning
Tues., Oct. 19, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m., Online Event (Webinar)
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Fighting Hate for Good: An Anti-Bias Community Training |
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Samantha Browne, M.Ed., Director of Education (Central Pacific Region), Anti-Defamation League
Wed., Oct. 20, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., Online Event (Webinar)
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND EVENTS |
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Oct. 20: Assemblymember Marc Berman’s virtual Youth Town Hall |
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On October 20, from 5:00-6:30 p.m., students will have an opportunity to share their perspectives and priorities for California directly with their state Assemblymember. The votes Legislators take have the greatest lasting impact on young people, and it is critically important that students’ perspectives are represented in their government.
Students will be able to voice their:
- Ideas for new laws
- Vision for the future of their state
- Questions about policies that they agree or disagree with
- Views on climate change, criminal justice reform, and other important topics
The Youth Town Hall is free and open to all college students, high school students, youth groups, youth commissions, and any young people interested in making their voice heard.
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Sentinel Newsletter:
The Sentinel is distributed every Sunday at 8 a.m., except during school breaks. Our readers enjoy hearing about activities, events, and accomplishments of Sequoia students, staff and community.
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