PTSA'S MESSAGE

Reflections Art Program kicks off with “Show Your Voice”

The PTSA’s Reflections Art Program kicks off in September with the theme, “Show Your Voice”. Since 1969, this program has increased community awareness of the importance of arts in education. 

Reflections encourages students to:

• be inspired and unleash creative talents.
• express themselves imaginatively through artwork.
• experience the joy of creating art.
• tap into critical thinking skills to create art inspired by a theme.
• receive positive recognition for original works of art.

Join us as we kick off our 2022-2023 program in September. Contact Margaret Brockman or Meredith Park to get involved at sequoiareflections@gmail.com.

PTSA Mini-Grants are coming soon

STUDENTS and STAFF: Mini-Grants are coming soon! Through the support from the Sequoia High School Education Foundation (SHSEF), the PTSA is able to offer financial grants to enhance education at Sequoia. Grants of up to $750 are designed to inspire creative initiatives for learning and/or to address a compelling need that might otherwise go unmet. 

Applications will be accepted Sept. 24-Oct. 8. Students who have an idea for a project that will benefit the school but need funding, are encouraged to apply. See HERE for additional information.

PARENTS: If you have a few hours to review applications and meet with the other committee members (one to two evenings in Oct.), we would love to have you join our review committee. No experience necessary. This is a great opportunity to learn about the constructive, beneficial projects happening at the school. Contact sequoiaminigrants@gmail.com to join the selection committee.

What is the PTSA?

The Sequoia PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) is part of a nationwide network of 4 million families, students, educators and community leaders working to improve education, health and safety conditions for our children. Here are some benefits of being part of a network:

• Guidance: Resources, training and support for volunteers, which makes the time we donate to Sequoia High School more efficient.
• Financial: Volunteers, events and finances are protected by low-cost insurance.
• Platform for our voices: Families influence issues that affect our children and extend beyond the boundaries of Sequoia Union High School District.

Without our members, we wouldn't be able to do all the good things we do for children and families. Please JOIN the PTSA today. Questions? Email sequoiaptsatreasurer@gmail.com.

Sequoia's Site Council is looking for you!

How many times do you ask yourself, “What is the deal with that policy at Sequoia? If it were up to me…” Well, stop asking and be a part of the solution!

Sequoia’s Site Council, a team of Sequoia’s teachers and staff, administrators, parents, and students who meet throughout the year to develop and implement plans to improve school instruction, services, and the school environment is looking for more members.

Do you have a couple of hours once a month to be a part of this important committee that discusses topics like: student stress, teacher and student involvement in school policy such as tardiness and class size, school cleanliness, and many others? Then Sequoia’s Site Council might be just what you’re looking to be a part of!

Contact Karen Gebhart with your interest.

EDUCATION FOUNDATION

Support your education foundation

The Sequoia High School Education Foundation (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.

HIGHLIGHTS

 “That’s So Raven” Ep. 1

Check out the first episode of the school year!

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Edgenuity lab is open

10th-12th grade students: If you are working on making up classes (D/F grades) for graduation and/or A-G requirements through our online credit recovery program Edgenuity, please know that the Edgenuity lab is now open for the 2022-23 school year. Contact your assigned counselor if you are unsure if you need to make up classes. 

Edgenuity teacher: Mr. Calles, jcalles@seq.org 

Where: Room 210

When: Mondays and Thursdays, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

**Seniors must complete Edgenuity classes by June 2, no exceptions.

Volunteer to work with newcomers

Hello Sequoia community,

I am looking for two volunteers to help out weekly on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m.-12:10 p.m. with an ELD class of recent immigrants. Volunteers will lead a small group of the same students over time (when possible). We meet 3 times a month, however, the schedule is dependent on Sequoia's schedule.



Some teaching experience and/or intermediate/advanced Spanish language proficiency is helpful, but not necessary. Previous volunteers with no Spanish or teaching experience have been successful. Support and materials for activities will be provided. Clearance to volunteer requires a TB test and paperwork.

I am also looking for ‘substitutes’ for the 10:30 a.m.-12:10 p.m. sessions, and for my 8:30-10:10 a.m. sessions. 

Lastly, I am hoping to find a Vietnamese-speaking volunteer for this opportunity. 

Please contact Stacy Schmidt Wenzel if you are interested.

Volunteer in the Media Center

Looking for an occasional volunteer opportunity on campus? Join the Media Center Volunteer crew. Duties include textbook and media check-out and check-in, lunchtime support, and other various library tasks in a welcoming, student-facing environment. Email Jessica Rosenberg to be added to the list.

Check out our most recent newsletter and click here to find out what’s happening at the Sequoia Media Center! We look forward to seeing you,

-Ms. Snow

Come watch us play!

Support the Ravens by attending this week’s home games. Check SEQSports.com for complete home and away fall schedules. Let’s Go Ravens!

Home games this week:

• Sept. 6: Girls Volleyball vs. Crystal Springs Upland: Freshmen 4:00 p.m., varsity 6:15 p.m.
• Sept. 8: Boys Water Polo vs. Half Moon Bay, JV 3:00 p.m., varsity 4:00 p.m.

Game tickets and Boosters benefits

Single game football tickets can be purchased at GoFan.co, but Boosters platinum, gold, and silver supporters receive free admission to all regular season sporting events. Look for an email from GoFan with your football season pass link and swing by the Boosters table at home games to pick up your magnets and other donor-level gifts.

Still need to join or renew your Boosters membership for 2022-23?

Visit SequoiaBoosters.org to help us support Raven athletes all year long!

CLASS NOTES

Become a barista for the Class of 2023

Help the Class of 2023 prepare for a Safe and Sober Grad Night next June by signing up to help with concessions! We are making and selling coffee, iced & hot mochas, hot chocolate, cup-o-soup and popcorn at all home football games.

Sign up here for one (or more) of these dates to have fun being a barista!

• Sept. 30
• Oct. 21
• Oct. 28
• Nov. 4

Contact Katherine Schembri at 650-766-2586 or kathandnora@aol.com with any questions.

Thank you! Katherine Schembri & Gaby Milani, Class of 2023 football concessions coordinators.

Note: SignUp does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact us and we can sign you up manually.

Sept. 8: 11th grade 4-year college and IB meeting

There will be a grade level ZOOM meeting for students and parents/guardians in the 11th grade from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8. This meeting will provide information about the college process for students going to a four-year college along with important IB information for juniors in one or more IB classes. A meeting with the same information for Spanish speaking parents/guardians will be held at 7:00 p.m. Zoom links are available on the school’s website calendar.

English Presentation Zoom Link

Or 

English Meeting ID: 933 3097 6617 Pass Code: 242415

Spanish Meeting ID: 924 5558 4418 Pass Code: 871948

Sept. 15: 10th grade 4-year college and IB meeting

There will be a grade level ZOOM meeting for students and parents/guardians in the 10th grade from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15. This meeting will provide information about the college process for students going to a four-year college along with important IB information for sophomores. A meeting with the same information for Spanish speaking parents/guardians will be held at 7:00 p.m. Zoom links are available on the school’s website calendar

English Presentation Zoom Link

Or 

English Meeting ID: 933 3097 6617 Pass Code: 242415

Spanish Meeting ID: 924 5558 4418 Pass Code: 871948

THE PARENT EDUCATION SERIES

Sept. 14: How to Raise Awe-Filled Kids (Even When the World Feels Awful) Awe inspires curiosity and strengthens our internal motivation to learn and create. But wonder isn’t just good for brain development — it’s also emotionally protective. Join Deborah Farmer Kris, author, educator, and founder of Parenthood365, as she shares how to infuse your children’s lives with a little more wonder.

Cómo criar niños asombrados (incluso cuando el mundo se siente horrible) El asombro inspira curiosidad y fortalece nuestra motivación interna para aprender y crear. Pero el asombro no solo es bueno para el desarrollo del cerebro, también protege emocionalmente. Únase a Deborah Farmer Kris, autora, experta en desarrollo y fundadora de Parenthood365, mientras comparte cómo infundir un poco más de asombro en la vida de sus hijos. Enlace de Zoom.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND EVENTS

Sept. 8: Do you have what it takes to be a firefighter?

Learn more at the FREE Sequoia FIRE EXPLORER Flex elective! 

Who: Sequoia students and young alumni, ages 14-21.

What: Learn about careers in the fire service and apply for on-the-job training in RWC.

When: Flex period, Thursday Sept. 8, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Where: Student Activities Center (SAC), Sequoia High School

Sign up soon on Infinite Campus — space is limited!

Or join us for lunch at the Fire Explorer Open House on Saturday Sept. 10, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Fire Station #9, 755 Marshall St., Redwood City.

Please email explorers@redwoodcity.org for more information.