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Hi Raven families!
All are cordially invited to join us for the 2023 Principal’s Welcome in Carrington Hall at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 5.
I also want to extend a warm welcome to our 2023-24 PTSA Executive Board.
- 1st VP Special Projects: Vidya Hariharan
- Communications VP: Kimberly Woolley
- Mini-Grants Co-Chairs: Eileen Kitching and Kerry Folan
- Secretary: Michelle Chang
- Treasurer: Tammi Ng
- Auditor: Shabnam Moon
- Grad Week Lead: Francesca Draughon
- Historian: Tiffany Gonzalez
Thank you all for your commitment, and I look forward to working with you this year!
GO RAVENS!
Karen Gebhart
2023-24 Sequoia PTSA President
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Sequoia membership drive is up & running! | |
Our fall membership drive is off to a great start, with parents, teachers, and students alike standing up to support our Sequoia High School PTSA! Everyone in our parent community is welcome to attend meetings, volunteer for activities, and be a part of this wonderful school — and we would love your membership too! Haven't joined yet? Sign up online HERE!
Email Dana Rechin if you have questions.
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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. Donate today and help us reach our goal of $650K!
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9/24: Volunteers and donations needed for Class of 2024 football concessions | |
Please help the Class of 2024 prepare for their Grad Night by donating items and helping to sell concessions at upcoming home football games. We are making and selling coffee, hot chocolate, cup-o-soup and popcorn. Sign up and come have fun being a barista for a shift! All proceeds go to the Class of 2024. Some new supplies needed by September 24th. Next concession stand will be September 29th. Text Amy Kodl at 415-990-6016 or email her with any questions.
Thanks,
Amy Kodl, Melissa Daniels and Mercedes Northen
Class of 2024 parent coordinators
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Sept. 15: Yearbook early-bird discount ends | |
This year's Sequoia Yearbook is on sale for its lowest price all year! Now through Sept. 15, save $20 on your purchase of this year's Yearbook ($90), which includes 250 pages of action-packed content on everything from classes and clubs to sports and spirit weeks. Don't miss your chance to buy a yearbook now, as we have sold out in previous years.
To order, click here. Questions? Email Mr. Mancini.
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From the College and Career Center | |
Please encourage your students to read the Weekly Newsletter every week. Any student opportunity we hear about is listed there:
- Events, contests, scholarships, job and academic programs
- Information about college, career, and financial aid
Upcoming events include Grade Level Meetings, College Visits, Freshman College Day and Junior PSAT.
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Join FCE for personalized academic support in EPA | |
FCE is recruiting new students for their college access program based out of East Palo Alto. FCE works to increase the number of Black and brown students, low-income and first-generation, who get into, and graduate from college. You will love our small class sizes, dynamic parent program, flexible schedule (that works well with athletics and other extra-curriculars), our focus on local community, and ample access to program managers for personalized support! No minimum GPA required. Apply here today! For more info, check out our flyer or contact Asra Hussain.
FCE es un programa de acceso a la universidad localizado en EPA. FCE aumenta la cantidad de estudiantes afroamericanos, morenos, y de otras minorías, de bajos ingresos y los primeros de su familia en ir a la universidad, que ingresan y se gradúan de la universidad. Lo que nos distingue a FCE es el tamaño reducido de nuestras clases, los programas interactivos para los padres, y el enfoque en nuestra comunidad local. No tenemos un requisito mínimo de GPA, ofrecemos un horario flexible (que permite participacion en deportes y otras actividades extracurriculares), y amplio acceso a consejeros que brindan apoyo personalizado. Aplicacion. Volante. Para mas informacion, conectase con Asra Hussain.
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9/5: Girls Tennis vs Hillsdale - Varsity 4:00 pm
9/7: Girls Water Polo vs Mercy - Varsity 6:00 pm, JV 7:00 pm
9/7: Girls Tennis vs Aragon - Varsity 4:00 pm
9/7: Girls Volleyball vs Burlingame - Varsity 6:15 pm, JV 5:00 pm, Frosh 4:00 pm
9/7: Boys Water Polo vs Woodside - Varsity 4:00 pm, JV 5:00 pm
9/7: Football vs Alisal - Varsity 7:00 pm, JV 4:00 pm
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Sept. 13: Discover Stanford for You: Exploring the Impact of Guns in Homes and Society | |
Gun ownership rates in the United States have reached unprecedented levels. David Studdert, Stanford Vice Provost and Dean of Research and professor in Health Policy and Law, and Maya Rossin-Slater, Stanford associate professor in Health Policy, will delve into the effects of introducing firearms into homes and the long-term consequences of school gun violence on students' mental health, education, and future economic prospects. Join us as we explore their insightful research findings in this crucial discussion. Click here to register.
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The Sequoia Sentinel is emailed to 3,500 members of the Sequoia High School community on Sundays at 8 a.m. during the school year. Contributions are due on Wednesday — click the purple button below to submit. Email the editors or click here to subscribe. | |  |
Sentinel is a giant sequoia located within the Giant Forest Grove of Sequoia National Park, California. A sentinel is a soldier or guard whose job is to stand and keep watch. | | | | | |
