Sequoia Sentinel 10/01/23

Sequoia Sentinel

Sequoia PTSA's weekly newsletter in partnership with Sequoia High School Education Foundation

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Oct. 3: Join us for the next PTSA/ELAC meeting

Join us this Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room (MPR) for our next PTSA/ELAC general meeting. Our featured guest will be Principal Priest.

October is an exciting and busy time of year. For many families, the start of the school year can feel more like the ‘new year’ than January does. New schedules, new (and old) friends, new classes, new schools for some, and new opportunities. It can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Here are a few tips for staying on top of things at Sequoia:

The Sequoia Calendar will inform you of events and answer the question of “which day is it?” Is it an "A Day" or a "B Flex Day?" The Sequoia Calendar has the answers! It is so important, the Sentinel provides a link to the calendar in every edition.
The Sequoia Home page will remind you of the Bell Schedule - once you know what “Day” it is!
Looking for a general overview? Sequoia 101 will summarize what you need to know.
The Staff and Student Bulletin covers everything from Student Announcements to sports schedules to info on all the Sequoia Clubs. While the main intent is for your kids to hear it, read it, and get involved, it is also a helpful resource for parents. Read it on the Sequoia website, or subscribe by sending a blank email message to receive it twice a week in your email.

There is much more information on Sequoia’s website - go get something with pumpkin spice in it, and dive right in!

GO RAVENS!

Karen Gebhart

Sequoia PTSA President

PTSA

It's not too late to join the PTSA!

Thanks to everyone who has bought their 2023-2024 PTSA memberships this year! Your show of support for our parent organization is truly appreciated.

It is never too late to join. Visit the Sequoia PTSA webstore and buy your PTSA membership for just $20 — and don't forget to also sign up your Sequoia students and spouse!

Contact danarechin@gmail.com if you have any questions.

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EDUCATION FOUNDATION

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.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sequoia shadow days and campus tours

Shadow days and campus tours for potential students (8th graders) and parents are in full swing! As an experienced parent, you can spread the good word about life at Sequoia — academics, music, sports, theater, social!

1) Parent info sessions will take place on 8th grade shadow days. Corey Uhalde, Dir. of Student Activities, will lead info sessions while you provide input from your own perspective during these Q&As.

2) Saturday campus tours will be led by ASB students but it is beneficial to have a Sequoia parent along to give their point of view.

We have many dates to fill. Click here to sign up for either event, one or multiple days! Dates are listed in the sign up. Contact sequoiaptsa@gmail.com or cuhalde@seq.org with questions.

Oct. 18: Chaperones needed for SF Tea Garden field trip

I am looking for 5 volunteers to serve as small group leaders for a field trip with ELD 2 students to the Japanese Tea Garden on Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 8:00 a.m.-2:45 p.m. The volunteers need to be already cleared to volunteer or ready to take quick action to become cleared. Volunteers will receive instructions on how to lead their group, and the teacher and I will be available to support all the leaders. If you are interested, please contact Stacy Schmidt Wenzel. Thanks!

ATHLETICS

Home games this week

Come out to support the home team! Please consider volunteering in the snack shack this season to feed our hungry fans and raise money for SEQ Sports!

10/3: Girls Volleyball vs Burlingame - Varsity 6:15 pm, JV 5:00 pm, Frosh 4:00 pm

10/5: Girls Tennis vs Woodside - Varsity 4:00 pm

10/5: Girls Volleyball vs Menlo Atherton - Varsity 6:15 pm,

JV 5:00 pm, Frosh 4:00 pm

10/5: Boys Water Polo vs Carlmont - Varsity 5:00 pm, JV 4:00 pm

10/5: Girls Water Polo vs Notre Dame - Varsity 6:00 pm, JV 7:00 pm

For more sports news, please join the Sequoia Boosters email list and follow individual teams on Instagram. View all fall sports schedules at SeqSports.com.

Oct. 30: Tryouts for soccer, basketball and wrestling

Tryouts for soccer, basketball and wrestling start Monday, Oct. 30. Teams are holding informational meetings for interested athletes during the school day on campus. Follow individual SEQ sports teams on Instagram for details and be sure to register both new and returning athletes on SportsNet in advance. Registration includes an updated physical and medical form.

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The Media Center

Click here to read the Media Center’s latest newsletter.

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Oct. 12: Learn about a Guatemala Spring Break opportunity

Join Brian Buntz, director of Dream Volunteers, on this Zoom meeting Thursday, Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. to hear about a Guatemala spring break trip for Sequoia students. Come learn about why so many Bay Area students have had transformative journeys over the years. Parents and high schoolers are welcome! Qs? Reach out to Brian Buntz.

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