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Welcome to 2026!
I hope you all had a restful, rejuvenating, and fun winter break.
We’re excited to start the year strong with our first PTSA General Meeting of 2026 on Tuesday, January 13th at 6:00 p.m., followed by the Joint PTSA/ELAC Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
This month, we’ll be highlighting an especially important topic—mental health—with the wonderful Rebekah Howard. This is a meaningful session you won’t want to miss!
Meeting Details
✅ 6:00 PM General Meeting: Attend in person or online via Zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82690421498?pwd=8ZAAI3aBoSYFIBFoLWrIPk6HjjD3g3.1
Meeting ID:826 9042 1498 Passcode: 470404
✅ 7:00 PM Joint PTSA/ELAC Meeting: Attend in person or online via Zoom
Meeting ID: 811 1978 5069 Passcode: 146082
Meeting ID: 998 3698 2867 / Passcode: 904102
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PTSA Board Updates
We are thrilled to announce that Andy Kitt will be stepping into the role of Vice President! Andy jumped in to support our General Meetings earlier this year and has shown outstanding leadership. We’re excited to officially welcome him to the board.
We are also extremely grateful to Adam Rosen for stepping up as Treasurer for next school year. Adam will be shadowing Isila Oliver, our wonderful current Treasurer, to ensure a smooth transition by August 2026.
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Sentinel Newsletter Volunteers Needed
Our amazing Sentinel team works tirelessly each month to bring you this newsletter—and we could use a little more help! We’re looking for 1–2 volunteers to assist Andrea Mardesich with editing and publishing.
If you’re organized, enjoy writing or polishing content, and can spare a few hours each month (evenings or off-hours), this is a great way to support PTSA from home and be part of a fun, dedicated team.
📩 Please email Francoise Monet at fnmonet@yahoo.com to volunteer or learn more.
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As we step into the second half of the school year, I’m excited for the months ahead and deeply grateful for the continued support of this community.
Warmly,
Francoise Monet
Sequoia High School PTSA President
| | 8th Grade Shadow/Tour Parent Volunteers NEEDED! | | We have 2 shadow days left and are looking for current Sequoia parents to volunteer to support prospective 8th grade families as they explore our school. This role involves answering questions, sharing your experience as a parent, and helping new families feel confident about their transition. Sign up here! | | Happy New Year and Thank You to ALL who have donated this school year. | | If you have not yet joined the donor roll, here’s a little bit about our education foundation. Sequoia High School Education Foundation (SHSEF) raises funds from families, the community, grants, and businesses to bridge the gap for critical programs that are not covered by state and local funding. This includes smaller class size, academic and arts enrichment, college and career preparedness, and mental health and wellness programs. Our fundraising goal is $650,000 for the 2025-26 school year, and our recommended ask per student is $1,500, or any gift that is meaningful to your family. Learn more and DONATE TODAY! | | Looking for a way to get your SHSEF information and news and engage with our community? Follow us on Instagram: @SequoiaEdFoundation | | Junior Class Fundraiser - Donate Items, funds, or your time! | | |
Please sign up to support the Junior Class fundraiser to sell Concessions at Sequoia basketball games. Money that is raised will be used towards the Graduation Night Celebration. We have spots to donate food & drinks, donate money to purchase items, or volunteer time to sell items at the basketball games. Please go here to sign up. Thank you for your support. If you have any questions, please contact Erika Nelson at 650-556-3525.
| | Test your knowledge at Boosters Trivia Night! | |
Join us at Obstacourse in Redwood City for a night of trivia, laughs, and community fun. Sequoia’s own Corey Uhalde will be our MC, leading the action and keeping the competition fierce but friendly.
Trivia Night - Saturday, January 24
📍 Obstacourse – 2636 Broadway, Redwood City
⏰ Doors 6:30 pm | Trivia starts 7:00 pm
✔ Register as a solo player or form a team of up to 4
✔ Snacks and no-host bar included
✔ Prizes for the top 3 teams
✔ All proceeds support Sequoia athletics
Purchase tickets here!
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Both home and away games have been added to the Sequoia High School Calendar –
and don't forget to follow @seqboosters on social media.
| | Get Involved in Sequoia Drama's Spring Play! | | Any student can now sign-up to get involved with Sequoia Drama's spring play: Jane Austen in 89 Minutes! Tech Crew Lead interviews will be held Monday Jan. 12 after school, and auditions will be Tuesday Jan. 13 and Wednesday Jan. 14 after school. Students can also apply to assistant produce and direct. All info and sign-up forms can be found online at HERE! | The SUHSD Middle College program at Cañada College is now accepting applications for Fall 2026 | |
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.
Learn more here: Middle College Video
Interested sophomores should speak to their counselor and attend one of our Parent/Student info sessions. Limited space for rising seniors.
- Thurs, 1/22 - SUHSD-Boardroom - 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Tue, 2/10 - SUHSD-Boardroom - 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Wed, 2/25 - SUHSD-Boardroom - 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Thurs, 3/12 - SUHSD-Boardroom - 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
RSVP Here
All application components must be submitted by Friday, 3/20/2026 @ 4:00 p.m.
Email us at canadamiddlecollege@smccd.edu for questions or visit the website for more information or call 650-306-3120.
| | Winter Formal Parent Chaperone Volunteers Needed – Fox Theater (1/31/26) | | |
Hello Parents/Guardians,
We are looking for parent volunteers to help chaperone the Winter Formal at the Fox Theater on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 8:00 – 11:00 p.m.
No special requirements are needed—just your presence to help ensure students have a safe and fun evening.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Mr. Uhalde cuhalde@sequoia.org.
Thank you for your support!
| | Upcoming Schedule Modifications | | |
- Holiday- Martin Luther King Jr. Day- January 19th
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What will you learn in the Media Center?
The Spring 2026 Sequoia Media Center Newsletter is here!
| | To sign up for the free Parent Venture newsletter, click here. | | Jan 14 - 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People | | In 10 to 25, developmental psychologist David Yeager, PhD, offers a fresh, science-based approach to motivating young people from early adolescence through young adulthood. Register. | |
14 de enero - 10 a 25: la ciencia de motivar a los jóvenes
| | En 10 a 25, el psicólogo del desarrollo David Yeager, PhD, presenta un enfoque nuevo y basado en la ciencia para motivar a niños y jóvenes, desde la adolescencia temprana hasta los primeros años de la vida adulta. Registro. | | Jan 22: Creating Inclusive Environments for Neurodivergent Communities | | Bay Area nonprofit leaders Bryan Neider, CEO of AbilityPath; Kathleen Foley-Hughes, Founder and Executive Director of Ada’s Café; and Olenka Villarreal, Founder and CEO of the Magical Bridge Foundation, will discuss what it takes to create inclusive environments where everyone can thrive. Register. | | 22 de enero: Creando entornos inclusivos para comunidades neurodivergentes | | Los líderes de organizaciones sin fines de lucro del Área de la Bahía, Bryan Neider, director ejecutivo (CEO) de AbilityPath; Kathleen Foley-Hughes, fundadora y directora ejecutiva de Ada’s Café; y Olenka Villarreal, fundadora y directora ejecutiva de la Fundación Magical Bridge, conversarán sobre lo que se necesita para crear entornos inclusivos donde todas las personas puedan prosperar. Registro. | | | | |
