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February PTSA News & Opportunities to Get Involved

As we head into February, our PTSA is already beginning to look ahead and plan for the next school year. This is an exciting time, as we prepare to welcome new leaders and volunteers who will help continue the important work we do in support of our students, teachers, and school community.

We will have several PTSA board positions opening for the upcoming school year. One of these is Special Projects, a role that oversees the incredible work of our hospitality team, the Reflections program, and Junior Scholarships. This position has a direct and meaningful impact throughout the year by supporting and celebrating both our teachers and students.

Another key opening is Communications. This role oversees our Sentinel team, email blasts, and social media posts. The Communications position also provides essential support to every PTSA program by ensuring timely, clear, and consistent messaging to our community.

We are also seeking someone to fill the Mini Grant position, which runs a vital program that supports our clubs and teachers by helping bring innovative ideas and projects to life.

If you are interested in learning more about any of these positions, please reach out to Francoise at fnmonet@yahoo.com for additional information. We would love to talk with you about how your talents and interests might fit into our PTSA team.

Looking ahead to February, you will soon see communications regarding Grad Ticket Sales and the Junior Achievement Award. Our dedicated volunteers are already hard at work preparing to launch both of these important initiatives.

In addition to the board positions mentioned above, we are also looking to fill several other PTSA roles. Whether you have a little time or a lot, there is a place for you, and your involvement truly makes a difference.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support of our PTSA and our school community.

Warm regards,

Francoise Monet

PTSA President

Focus on Mental Health

Our most recent PTSA/ELAC meeting focused on the very important topic of mental health. A huge thank you to Judy Romero and Rebekah Howard for leading such an engaging and informative session. For those who were unable to attend, you can view the presentation here. 

The Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is pleased to invite parents to come and enjoy a cup of coffee and conversation with Principal Sean Priest on Thursday, February 12th at 9:00 a.m. in Room 233.

La Asociación de Padres, Maestros, y Estudiantes (PTSA) invita a los padres de familia a disfrutar de una taza de café y a conversar con el director Sean Priest el jueves 12 de febrero a las 9:00 de la mañana en el salón 233.

Sequoia Needs You/¡Sequoia los necesita!

The PTSA runs programs throughout the year to support students and teachers and to enrich the Sequoia community. None of this is possible without committed volunteers, and as we begin planning for next year, we’d love your help.

We invite you to complete a short survey to let us know how you would enjoy getting involved. Please select any of the areas that sound meaningful to you, or share the interests and skills you’d like to offer.

A PTSA Board member will follow up to discuss opportunities, answer your questions, and help you find a role that’s a good fit. Whether you have a little time or a lot, every contribution makes a difference.

Thank you for supporting our students, teachers, and community—we truly can’t do it without you!

Warmly,

Francoise Monet

Sequoia High School PTSA President

¡Sequoia los necesita!

La asociación de padres, maestros y alumnos (PTSA por sus siglas en inglés) opera programas durante todo el año para apoyar a los estudiantes y profesores y para enriquecer a la comunidad de Sequoia. Nada de esto sería posible sin voluntarios comprometidos y conforme empezamos a planear el próximo año, nos encantaría contar con su ayuda.

Lo invitamos a completar una pequeña encuesta para hacernos saber de qué manera le gustaría más involucrarse. Por favor seleccione cualquiera de las áreas que le parezcan significativas, o comparta sus intereses y habilidades que le gustaría ofrecer.

Un miembro de la mesa directiva de PTSA dará seguimiento a sus respuestas para discutir oportunidades, contestar sus preguntas, y ayudarlo a encontrar una actividad que se alinee con sus intereses. Ya sea que tenga poco tiempo o mucho, toda la ayuda hace la diferencia.

Muchas gracias por apoyar a nuestros estudiantes, maestros y a la comunidad - ¡no podríamos hacerlo sin usted!



Afectuosamente,

Francoise Monet

Presidente de PTSA de Sequoia

Join SHSEF and Principal, Sean Priest, to learn more about open board and volunteer positions on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 5:45–7:00 p.m. in downtown Redwood City.  

RSVP for location details.

For questions, contact SHSEF Event Co-Chairs, Anjanette Lundell ajlundell@gmail.com or Ashley Rios ashriosca@gmail.com.

Thanks to all SHSEF donors, Sequoia students can access free after-school math tutoring on campus, and the fantastic school newspaper, The Raven Report!

We understand that Sequoia's math courses sometimes require extra support. Our drop-in sessions, hosted by experienced Sequoia math teachers, are here to help. This valuable support is available for all math levels, including advanced college math.

Drop-in Hours:

• Mr. Yezerski: Mondays, 3:45–6:45 p.m. (Room A5)
• Ms. Ramanathan: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 4:00–5:30 p.m. (Room 221)

The Raven Report is produced by the Journalism class as a student-led, project-based class. Students are editors and staff reporters. They conduct interviews, write stories, learn Adobe InDesign, and collaborate to inform the wider school community. SHSEF is grateful to be able to help fund the Raven Report.

With your support, we can continue to fund these vital programs throughout our students' high school journey at Sequoia. Our fundraising goal this year is $650,000. Your support helps create an Education that Empowers! There are many ways to give.

Please Donate today!

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Looking for a way to get your SHSEF information and news and engage with our community? Follow us on Instagram: @SequoiaEdFoundation 

Please sign up to support the Junior Class fundraiser to sell Concessions at Sequoia basketball games. Money that is raised will be used towards the Graduation Night Celebration. We have spots to donate food & drinks, donate money to purchase items, or volunteer time to sell items at the basketball games. Please go here to sign up. Thank you for your support. If you have any questions, please contact Erika Nelson at 650-556-3525. 

Both home and away games have been added to the Sequoia High School Calendar –

and don't forget to follow @seqboosters on social media.

The SUHSD Middle College program at Cañada College is now accepting applications for Fall 2026

Middle College is a collaboration between the SUHSD and Cañada College, and students earn both high school and college credits, enabling them to complete their high school requirements and earn college credit simultaneously. All classes are held at Cañada College, and there is no cost. 

Learn more here: Middle College Video

Interested sophomores should speak to their counselor and attend one of our Parent/Student info sessions. Limited space for rising seniors. 



• Tue, 2/10 - SUHSD-Boardroom - 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• Wed, 2/25 - SUHSD-Boardroom - 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• Thurs, 3/12 - Via Zoom- Link here - 6:30-7:30 p.m.

 RSVP Here

All application components must be submitted by Friday, 3/20/2026 @ 4:00 p.m.

Email us at canadamiddlecollege@smccd.edu for questions or visit the website for more information or call 650-306-3120.

Sign Up for Mock Interviews in April!

We’re hosting several spring events and would love your help! Sequoia Career Technical Education (CTE) students will visit our local community colleges to explore career-readiness opportunities, including mock interviews. Whether you can volunteer for just 1–2 hours or join us for all three mock interview events, every bit of support makes a big impact for our students. If you’re able to share this opportunity with friends or colleagues, we’d appreciate that too.  Thank you for being part of this important work!



When: Friday, April 17, 2026, 10-11, 11-12, and 12-1

Where: Cañada College, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94061

How: Sign Up Here for Cañada College

When: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 10:45-11:55 and 11:55-1:10

Where: Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Rd, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022

How: Sign Up Here for Foothill College

When: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 10:15-11:15 & 11:15-12:15

Where: Skyline College, 3300 College Dr, San Bruno, CA 94066

How: Sign Up Here for Skyline College

For any additional questions, contact Faith Velschow at fvelschow@seq.org

Upcoming Schedule Modifications

• Mid-Winter Break 2/16-2/20



What will you learn in the Media Center?

The Spring 2026 Sequoia Media Center Newsletter is here!

To sign up for the free Parent Venture newsletter, click here. 

This Neurodiversity Education Series presentation outlines the comprehensive journey of the special education process, from initial student concerns through classroom interventions and progress monitoring. This event will be offered in Spanish. 

Register here.

Esta presentación de la Serie de Educación sobre Neurodiversidad describe el recorrido integral del proceso de educación especial, desde las preocupaciones iniciales de los estudiantes hasta las intervenciones en el aula y el seguimiento del progreso.

Registro aquí.

How can you offer guidance in a way that your child is willing to hear or consider? Eran Magen, PhD, founder of Parenting for Humans, offers a popular Parent Forum on "How to Give Advice Your Child (Might) Listen To." Register here.

¿Cómo puede ofrecer orientación de una manera que su hijo esté dispuesto a escuchar o considerar? Eran Magen, PhD, fundador de Parenting for Humans, presenta un popular Foro de Padres sobre “Cómo dar consejos que su hijo (quizás) escuche”. Registro aquí.

AI is already part of how students study, create, and think. Join Amy D. Love, author of DISCOVERING AI: A Parent's Guide to Raising Future-Ready Kids, for an engaging conversation that brings clarity, confidence, and a plan for your family’s future. 

Register here.

La IA ya forma parte de cómo los estudiantes estudian, crean y piensan. Únase a Amy D. Love, autora de DISCOVERING AI: A Parent's Guide to Raising Future-Ready Kids, para una conversación dinámica que aporta claridad, confianza y un plan para el futuro de su familia. Registro aquí.