Sequoia PTSA's weekly eNewsletter in partnership with the Sequoia High School Education Foundation |
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A few years ago, Sequoia Librarian and Media Specialist Betsy Snow started asking questions about summer reading assignments for students. Historically, Sequoia students were given autonomy to choose from a carefully developed list of books designed to enrich their experience in English classes during the regular year. These books were meant to compliment works they would be reading and discussing in class.
The concept of curation is of increasing importance for critical thinking. Being informed means knowing how to obtain relevant information from sources. While there remains primacy to the written work, ideas about what constitutes a “text” are evolving. It works both ways. Demonstrating knowledge can take on many forms: emails, slide decks, infographics, video presentations, etc.
As Ms. Snow spoke with our teachers and students, she developed a new approach to “summer reading” and Sequoia students are now asked to complete a Summer Literacy Experience. Through the activities, students will grow their literacy across platforms, which include podcasts, art, infographics, and other “texts”. They will be asked to analyze or vet social media, non-fiction, and other sources of information.
Options are grade-level specific and completion earns students a badge. We have had students from other schools tell us they completed Sequoia’s Summer Literacy Experience just for fun. Anyone who knows Ms. Snow, of course, won’t be surprised by this. At a school where teachers excel at making learning fun, Ms. Snow is peerless.
I encourage you to check out this video to learn about the project from the student perspective and take a few minutes to talk with your students about which pathway they are going to follow this summer in preparation for next year.
Have a great week!
Best,
Sean
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Help us double our appreciation for Sequoia’s staff |
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We have two staff appreciation lunches coming up and we would love your help!
On Wed., June 1, the PTSA and Family Center will host a summer-themed lunch with homemade enchiladas and pupusas to celebrate our staff.
On Fri., June 3, SHSEF & the PTSA will co-sponsor a grab-and-go lunch for staff to enjoy after graduation.
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May 24: Join us for IB Celebration 2022 |
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Sequoia's PTSA & IB Program will be hosting International Baccalaureate Celebration 2022 on Tues., May 24, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. in Sequoia's MPR Courtyard. If your senior has participated in one or more IB classes this year, please join us to honor all our graduating IB Certificate and Diploma candidates.
This event will be held outdoors, and light refreshments will be served. Graduates will be able to pick up their IB stoles to wear during June's graduation ceremony. RSVP here for the celebration.
El PTSA y el Programa de IB de Sequoia High School les invita a La Celebración de Bachillerato Internacional 2022 el martes, 24 de mayo, de 5:00-6:30 p.m. en el Patio del MPR en Sequoia, para celebrar a nuestros candidatos de "Certificado" y "Diploma" de IB de la clase de 2022.
Este evento será afuera. Habrá refrescos ligeros. Los estudiantes recogerán sus estolas de IB para ponerselas el día de la ceremonia de graduación. Confirme su asistencia aqui
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Thank you for supporting Sequoia’s 2022 Prom Gallery |
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Thank you, Sequoia Community, for helping to make 90 students’ dreams come true this prom season. You gifted our students a rainbow of fashion and support, ensuring that every junior and senior could attend prom feeling confident and stylish!
We would like to extend special thanks to our parent volunteers: Kate and Jay Corpus, Courtney Rappaport, Katherine Schembri, Kelly Roberts, Lisa Hane, Sarah Sorensen, Margaret Brockman, Aimee Swanson, Yolanda Barajas, Leslie Doyle, Joanna Jeffs, Gigi Casey and Justin Sears. Thank you also to the generous Crum, Schechter, Kaufman, Lindstrom, Rubin, Sarrail, Peavler, Rappoport, Roberts, Ledford, Baird, and Huljev families for donating an unprecedented $1,950 worth of gift cards.
Finished with your prom outfit? Help support students’ future prom dreams by donating your gently used formalwear. Kindly have it dry cleaned or laundered and drop it off at the Family Center (Room 129) before the end of the school year, M-F between 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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May 25: 10th grade mandatory IB Diploma meeting |
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Dear 10th Grade Students & Families,
Are you interested in doing the full IB Diploma? If yes, you must follow these steps:
1) Attend the mandatory 10th Grade IB Diploma meeting on Wed., May 25 in Carrington Hall during the students’ lunch. We will begin promptly at 12:15 p.m. Have your student ID ready to go to scan in as you enter Carrington Hall. During this meeting we will review the CAS component for the Diploma. This meeting is for students only. All 10th graders interested in pursuing the IB Diploma must attend.
You cannot do the full IB Diploma without attending.
2) Officially declare your IB Diploma status by June 1. After you attend the meeting, you will receive an email with a link to the IB Diploma Declaration Form. If you want to do the IB Diploma, you will need to complete the IB Diploma Declaration Form by June 1. This is a firm deadline. If you do not meet this deadline, you will not be eligible for the IB Diploma.
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Summer Literacy Experience 2022 |
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The Summer Literacy Experience 2022 will promote TRANS-LITERACY, or literacy across platforms. This includes listening to podcasts, looking at art, understanding infographics, vetting social media, reading non-fiction, and more.
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Apply to be an IB Teaching Assistant |
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Graduating seniors & Sequoia young alumni: Apply to be an IB Teaching Assistant with Sequoia's Summer IB Reboot Course - a paid internship on campus from July 11 - Aug. 5.
Interested? Apply today! A pplications accepted until all summer positions are filled.
Questions? Please contact: Elisa Niño-Sears, Director | ATLAS, Sequoia High School Chair | Family Support, SHSE, she/her, elisa@atlashs.org, (650) 387-8390.
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May 25: College coffee chat with Ms. Ignaitis |
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Join Ms. Ignaitis on May 25 at 8:45 a.m. for a chat about college admissions, class selection, etc. Bring your questions or just listen in. All parents are welcome. Junior parents, you don't want to miss this!
Meeting ID: 811 2475 9895
Passcode: 815094
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May 24: Final Boosters meeting |
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The final Boosters meeting of the school year will be in-person!
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Senior parents: We need your help during graduation week |
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Please consider donating items or volunteering for one of these events during graduation week:
• June 1: Senior class lunch
• June 2: Senior brunch
• June 3: Grad Night check-in/security
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Order a graduation candy lei TODAY! |
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Celebrate your Class of 2022 Senior with a handmade candy lei from the Class of 2023. Your seniors will stand out on graduation day with their purple and white ribbon candy lei. Purchase your lei and donate to another senior at our PTSA Store link. Last day to order is May 27.
All proceeds will go towards the PTSA's Class of 2023 Graduation Activities. Thank you and enjoy your Graduation Day. Congratulations to all of our students!
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Special alumni invitation for class of 2022 |
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In honor of your graduation, the Sequoia High School Alumni Association extends a special invitation to members of the Class of 2022 to join our Alumni Association at the special rate of $20.22 (the year of your graduation) for a lifetime membership (a $50 value).
Members receive our newspaper, Smoke Signals, can follow Association activities, find news about other alumni, and receive reunion information.
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May 27: Edgenuity deadline for seniors |
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Starting May 27, Edgenuity lab hours will be extended from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Seniors have until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 27 to complete any Edgenuity course required for graduation and/or A-G.
A reminder that students must contact Mr. Calles in-person or email to unlock their cumulative exam and also notify Mr. Calles when they have completed their course. Students are welcome to access the lab in person, room 210.
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Donation opportunity for Class of 2025 |
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The ASB representatives for the current freshman class are striving to make the best high school experience for your students! We are actively organizing fun events for the class of 2025, and we need your help to create more opportunities.
If you are able, we would appreciate any sized donation to help us achieve our mission. Please send cash or check to the Treasurer's Office at Sequoia High School, 1201 Brewster Ave., Redwood City, CA 94062, addressed to the Class of 2025. Thank you in advance for your contribution!
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Lawn signs still available
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MEET ME IN THE MEDIA CENTER |
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We look forward to seeing you,
Ms. Snow
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THE PARENT EDUCATION SERIES |
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Alejandro Martinez, PhD, QPR Master Trainer, Stanford University
Alejandro Martinez, PhD, QPR Master Trainer, Stanford University
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND EVENTS |
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May 24: Mental Health & Overcoming Stigma in-person panel |
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The Community Foundation of San Carlos and One Life Counseling Center are hosting a community awareness panel discussion to bring together public figures, experts, and community members to discuss the stigma around mental health and the implications of mental health on our body.
Date: Tues., May 24
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location: San Carlos Adult Community Center - Parkview Room, 601 Chestnut Street, San Carlos, CA 94070
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June 16: College essay workshop |
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Heather Woods of Heartwood Editing creates a comfortable environment in which to write, reflect, and ask questions about college essays.
Workshop June 16, 7:00 - 8:45 p.m., 1101 Main Street, Redwood City, $37 per person. Or assemble 3+ students and pick your own date. Register for the workshop here.
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May is National Bike Month |
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Sentinel Newsletter:
The Sentinel is distributed every Sunday at 8 a.m. during the school year. Readers enjoy hearing about activities, events, and accomplishments of Sequoia students, staff and community.
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