Sequoia PTSA's weekly eNewsletter in partnership with the Sequoia High School Education Foundation |
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The Sequoia Club Day “gauntlet” this year stretched well over a hundred yards along the tree lined pathway in front of campus. Students making their way through the lineup were greeted on both sides by the over 60 student-run clubs and organizations. It took almost the entire lunch period to see them all. It was boisterous enough to allow for separate DJs to blast music at both ends of the pathway without overlapping sound: pop and hip hop on one end, classic rock on the other. Here are some of the highlights for me:
- It’s unclear if the Cheese Club anticipated the enthusiasm their branding efforts would generate, but “Cheese Guy” (a student wrapped head-to-toe in yellow streamers) is likely still trending on the socials.
- The Latino Student Union’s next-level table set-up (tent, professional signage, enthusiastic members dressed to impress) set the bar this year. If I thought foot traffic would grow my club, I’d request to be assigned to the space immediately next to the LSU. It seemed to work for the adjacent Spanish-Speaking Game Club, anyway.
- I have no official tally, but based on my eyes and the relative emptiness of the rest of campus during the event, I put Club Day attendance at around 1,100.
- Three students from the 9th Grade Raven Circle which I facilitate each week were signing up new members to their club. It was a proud moment to see these students who have been here for just over a month emerging as leaders.
- Best T-Shirt award (again…) goes to the Black Student Union.
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A colleague explained that our Dungeons and Dragons Club is likely popular because of the phenomenon of Stranger Things. Surprisingly, the D&D Club leader I spoke with had never seen the Netflix show. Go figure.
- There are two automotive clubs and two weightlifting clubs. Administration is monitoring this situation closely. We endorse neither drag racing nor pose-offs so will do what we can to keep the peace. The Froot Troop, conversely, has no analogue.
- Nothing but love for the Robotics Club and their majestic purple capes.
- The Baking Club promised the perks of my honorary membership will include a future sweet treat. Documenting this agreement here and patiently awaiting fulfillment.
Club Day 2022 was the biggest and most energized in memory. I left the event inspired by how passionate our students are about making Sequoia an inclusive and authentic place – a Place of Friends. You should be very proud of your students!
Have a great week!
Best,
Sean
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Sequoia shadowing is back, hooray! |
PTSA is looking for an 8th grade shadowing coordinator to support Corey Uhalde, Director of Activities. Reach out to Karen Gebhart with your interest.
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Sept. 24 - Oct. 8: PTSA mini-grant applications open |
Students and staff: Mini-Grants are almost here!
Through the support of the Sequoia High School Education Foundation (SHSEF), the PTSA is able to offer financial grants to enhance education at Sequoia. The grants of up to $750 are designed to inspire creative initiatives to learning and/or to address a compelling need that might otherwise go unmet. Applications will open on Sunday, Sept. 24 and be accepted through Oct. 8.
Students and staff who have an idea for a project that will benefit the school but need funding are encouraged to apply. Additional information can be found on the PTSA mini-grants page of the SHS website.
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PTSA memberships are growing... grow with us |
Click HERE to join online, and while you are at it, your partner and Sequoia student(s) can join as well!
Don't want the hassle of another online login? Go old school! Fill out the membership form in English or Spanish. Put the form and your check in an envelope and drop it off at the school office. We'll take care of the rest!
Your $20 fee goes a long way at Sequoia. Please contact Dana Rechin, Membership Lead, if you have any questions.
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Reflections 2022-2023 show your voice / ¡Hazte Escuchar!
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Don't ignore your inner artist! Consider participating in the Reflections Program. Enter your artwork and reflection about its meaning to you in one of six categories:
-Dance Choreography
-Film Production
-Literature
-Music Composition
-Photography
-Visual Arts
All entries will be recognized for their artistic achievement. Participation itself is a meaningful contribution to the Sequoia community. First-place finishers in each category enter the district competition. District winners move on to the state, and state winners ultimately compete at the national level.
Due date: Friday, Nov. 11. A link for online submission through a Google Form is available on the PTSA website.
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Menlo-Atherton PTA school board candidate forum |
Menlo-Atherton High School PTA will host a SUHSD Board of Trustees candidates forum on Sept. 29, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Sequoia High School is Area A, and is contested between Amy Koo and Suvarna Bhopale, both of whom will be at the forum. The public is invited to attend.
M-A PTA School Board candidate forum
Menlo Atherton High School, PAC Cafe
555 Middlefield Road, Atherton, CA 94027
Sept. 29, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
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Graphic design volunteer needed for SHSE |
Are you a graphic designer and want to help Sequoia? Are you learning graphic design and need projects to build your portfolio? Do you want to make an impact to support our students?
The Sequoia High School Education Foundation (SHSEF) needs help with updating and designing our marketing materials, such as newsletters, banners, and annual reports. You’ll have the opportunity to work with Foundation volunteer leaders, faculty, and staff, while learning more about the critical programs and services SHSEF funds to support students and the Sequoia community. Commitment is roughly 20-40 hours per year, depending on your availability. We supply the content and work with you to scope the project. (Trust us, we are fun to work with). A stipend is available, especially for Sequoia alums. Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator experience is a plus, but not critical.
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SHSEF supports students in reaching highest potential |
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.
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That's So Raven Announcements: Episode 3 |
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Sept. 19: Science Olympiad is back |
Sequoia Science Olympiad is a student-led organization that represents Sequoia High School at Science Olympiad competitions. The club's third year will be starting Monday, Sept.19, with a lunchtime meeting including ice-breakers and snacks! Weekly sessions from 12:10-12:50 p.m. in the biotech lab are open to all STEM enthusiasts, and will focus on community building in preparation for optional academic competitions later in the year.
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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.
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Support the Ravens by attending this week’s home games. Check SEQSports.com for complete home and away fall schedules.
Let’s go Ravens!
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Sept. 21: Girls Water Polo vs. San Mateo: Varsity 5:00 p.m., JV 6:00 p.m.
Sept. 22: Girls Volleyball vs. MA: Frosh 4:00 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m., Varsity 6:15 p.m.
Sept. 23: Football vs. Burlingame: Frosh 4:00 p.m., JV 7:30 p.m. (Varsity BYE week)
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Sept. 19: Boosters meetings are back |
Boosters meetings are back! Join us live and in person for our first meeting of the 2022-23 school year.
Sequoia High School Staff Lounge/Room 233
Sept. 19, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
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Sept. 29: 9th grade 4-year college bound and IB meeting |
There will be a grade level zoom meeting for students and parents/guardians in the 9th grade from 6:00-7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 29. This meeting will provide information about the college process for students going to a four-year college along with important IB information for freshmen. 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 Meeting ID: 933 3097 6617 Pass Code: 242415
Spanish Meeting ID: 924 5558 4418 Pass Code: 871948
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THE PARENT EDUCATION SERIES |
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¿Migró hace poco y es latino(a)? No se pierda esta plática con Michelle Remond, RCSD, para hablar sobre el duelo que viven los migrantes cuando están en otro país. Porque ser migrante es duro y ¡todo es tan diferente! Enlace de Zoom
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While most of us do everything we can to reduce or avoid stress, Stanford health psychologist Kelly McGonigal, PhD, delivers a startling message: Stress isn’t all bad. New research shows
that stress can make us stronger, smarter, and happier — if we learn how to embrace it.
Si bien la mayoría de nosotros hacemos todo lo posible para reducir o evitar el estrés, la psicóloga de salud de Stanford Kelly McGonigal, PhD, entrega un mensaje sorprendente: el estrés no es del todo malo. Una nueva investigación muestra que el estrés puede hacernos más fuertes, más inteligentes y más felices, si aprendemos a aceptarlo. Enlace de Zoom
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We all want to raise kind and thoughtful kids – children who can reach out with compassion and bounce back from challenges. That’s why we need to attend to their emotional development.
Join Deborah Farmer Kris – educator, child development expert, and author of “You Have Feelings All the Time” – to learn more about the science of emotion and how everyone benefits when we learn how to name, normalize, and navigate our feelings.
Todos queremos criar niños amables y considerados, niños que puedan llegar con compasión y recuperarse de los desafíos. Por eso debemos atender su desarrollo emocional. Unirse Deborah Farmer Kris, educadora, experta en desarrollo infantil y autora de "Tienes sentimientos todo el tiempo", para obtener más información sobre la ciencia de las emociones y cómo todos se benefician cuando aprendemos a nombrar, normalizar y navegar por nuestros sentimientos.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND EVENTS |
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Sept. 28: Start of 21-day social equity challenge |
The Community Foundation of San Carlos invites you to join the upcoming 21-Day Social & Racial Equity Challenge kicking off on Oct. 1, and running the entire month of October. The challenge can be done in 15-minute self-directed online sessions each day, focusing on one equity topic; or multiple topics can be saved up and completed at once.
The challenge can be taken individually, as a group within an organization, or as a group of friends. It can be a powerful tool to help examine values and goals and encourage dialogue on these essential topics.
We invite you to take on the challenge by submitting your participation via this form and encouraging others in our community to sign up as well.
Upcoming Info Session: Sept. 28, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Email with any questions.
#21dayequitychallengeSanCarlos
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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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