Why buy your evergreens from chain stores when you can support a small business as well as raise funds for the Class of 2026’s Safe & Sober Graduation Activities?

Choose from beautiful and fragrant wreaths, garlands and cute reindeer at great prices ranging from $27 - $40. We partner with a sustainably-run family farm for this fundraiser. Items will be available for pick up in San Carlos in early December.

Visit the PTSA store to order your holiday decor. Last day to order is Nov. 5! Please share the link to the online store with your neighbors and friends! Questions? Contact Liz Min.

Don't want the hassle of another online login? Fill out the membership form in English or en Español. Put the form and your check in an envelope and drop it off at the school office. We'll take care of the rest!

Ten minutes and $20 is all it takes to make our Unaliyi spirit stronger!

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.

New student artwork will be on display in the Powell Art Gallery Oct. 30 to Nov. 3, AND a second show will be available Nov. 8-17. The Gallery is open during school day lunch periods. All visitors to campus will first need to check in with the AVP office for a visitor's pass.

Please join Sequoia's Dream Club for our 14th annual fundraising dinner on Friday, Nov. 17.

All proceeds go to our scholarship fund to support undocumented students.

Tickets available here or scan the QR code on the flyer.

Sequoia Drama is proud to present URINETOWN, a satirical comedy musical from 2001, that mocks legal, capitalist, and political systems.

Shows are November 10 - 12 and November 17 - 19, Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m.

Advance purchase necessary. No tickets sold at door. Purchase your ticket today on our website!

Questions? Contact Talia Cain.

What: Help offer a work-based learning experience for Sequoia's Foods and Nutrition class, by volunteering to:

• Be a guest speaker
• Cook with students
• Host a field trip

Who: Chefs, hotel managers, event staff, caterers, bakers, butchers, nutritionists, food scientists, etc.

When: Wednesdays between 9:15 a.m. and 1:45 p.m.

Where: 1201 Brewster Ave, Redwood City, CA 94062

How: Sign up here or email Faith Velschow for more info

Class of 2024 families, now is the time to make sure your senior is featured in the yearbook. If you haven't already, schedule a portrait session with Prestige Portraits before Nov. 18. Limited spots are available, so sign up today.

Also, all families are encouraged to submit a baby picture (scanned or digital) to sequoiayearbook@gmail.com. Please title the image with your student's name before emailing it. Questions? Email Mr. Mancini.

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

Boosters: A call for event ideas

October has Boosters brewing up some new community building and fundraising ideas. 

If you have interest or expertise in planning events – think trivia night or pickleball – please contact boostersequoia@gmail.com or sign up to help.

In case you missed the Dream Volunteers live session, here’s all you need to know about an incredible opportunity for your student to help build a school in Guatemala this spring break.

Visit the Dream Volunteers website or watch the trip video or info session recording.

Fundraising support available. Sign up deadline is Wed., Nov. 1.

Media Center news

The Media Center is dedicated to designing and maintaining a library media program that supports, complements, and expands the instructional program of the school. Ms. Snow, a former teacher of English, digital photography, and journalism, is available to help you find resources for your research paper, or she can help you build a digital project. Ms. Schadler knows the library catalog inside and out. Need to find a book? She can help! 

For the latest news, view the October 2023 newsletter.