Sequoia PTSA's weekly newsletter in partnership with Sequoia High School Education Foundation |
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Five reasons YOU should volunteer with PTSA next year |
- You’re enjoying the SENTINEL right now, right? It takes volunteers to prepare this essential publication.
- We are a key contributor to the GREAT EXPERIENCE Sequoia families, students and staff have on campus — from staff appreciation, to new teacher gifts, to hot chocolate at football games ("deluxe, please!"), to the Mini-Grant Program, and so much more. Without the PTSA, Sequoia would be a very different place.
- You’re not helping ME, you’re helping SEQUOIA! (GO RAVENS!)
- This is your LAST OPPORTUNITY to participate in your student(s)’ school. They will be moving on to LIFE after this.
- Being A PART OF IT FEELS GOOD — like when your favorite song comes on the radio.
Don’t be shy, and we will train you. None of us has time but we do it anyway. We are recruiting for:
- Secretary (attend and keep minutes for our monthly evening meeting)
- Reflections Coordinator(s) (a few days in fall and spring is all it takes)
- Sentinel Editors (members of a team, each producing one issue per month)
- eBlast Coordinator (send ad-hoc grade specific emails upon request)
- Auditor (twice-yearly audit of treasurer binder)
- EVP (shadow President; host the Principal Coffees with SHSEF)
Sequoia PTSA President
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Our next PTSA/ELAC meeting is Tuesday April 4 at 7 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room (MPR). On tap is a Reflections reception, and an update from Mr. Priest. Reflections is a PTSA-sponsored program that encourages students to express themselves by creating original works of art guided by a selected theme. This year’s theme was Show Your Voice/Hazte Escuchar. Click here to view the finalists’ work.
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April 4: Reflections reception during PTSA/ELAC meeting |
Reflections is a PTSA-sponsored program that encourages students to express themselves by creating original works of art guided by a selected theme. This year’s theme was Show Your Voice/Hazte Escuchar. Please join us at the Annual PTA Reflections reception as we recognize participating students. Students will be recognized at the beginning of the PTSA/ELAC meeting on April 4. Click here to view the finalists’ work. Do you love the arts and want to be part of next year’s Reflections team? Email us at sequoiareflections@gmail.com.
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April 2-23: Apply for Junior Achievement Awards |
The PTSA gives out annual awards to recognize juniors who have demonstrated achievement in academics, community service, and resilience. This program is called the Junior Achievement Awards. The application for this award opens on April 2 and closes on April 23. Juniors should complete the application in order to be considered for this award. The link to this year’s application will be sent out on April 2. Click here to view a previous year’s application.
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Want to donate a prom ticket to a Sequoia student in need? As prices on EVERYTHING continue to rise, our costs to produce a special prom event do as well. We have done everything we can to keep the cost as low as possible, but we recognize that it is still a prohibitive price point for some. If you are able, please consider donating a prom ticket to a Sequoia student in need. Use THIS URL to purchase a ticket, and please contact Director of Student Activities Corey Uhalde with any questions.
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SHSEF seeking database chair |
SHSEF is looking for a database chair to manage our donor database. Tasks include pulling reports and segmentations for appeals, and assisting with the transition to a new system.
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Student artwork on display at the library |
Student artwork will be on display at the Redwood City Main Library from April 4-26. The library is located at 1044 Middlefield Rd. Please stop by and enjoy 2D and 3D work from our talented Sequoia students. |
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Check out the haps at Sequoia! |
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April news from the Media Center |
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April 3-19: Prom tickets on sale |
Prom is coming up fast! Tickets are on sale every day at lunch from April 3-19 at a cost of $100. Accepted methods of payment: cash, credit/debit card, ApplePay, or check (made out to Sequoia HS). We cannot accept Venmo. Guest tickets may be purchased between April 3 and April 19 for $110. No guest tickets will be sold without a completed guest pass. CLICK HERE to access the guest pass. Please contact Director of Student Activities Corey Uhalde with any questions.
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May 10: Mock interviewers needed |
Easy and fun volunteer opportunity for anyone with experience interviewing for a job. Watch students visibly improve and sit up with confidence as they proceed through two interviews. We would love for you to bring a spouse, colleague, or friend to volunteer with you!
When: May 10
What: Skyline College Career Fair
Where: Skyline College, 3300 College Dr, San Bruno, CA 94066
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Reserve your yearbook now |
Yearbooks can be reserved at jostensyearbooks.com. Reserve yours now! Price will increase after spring break. We plan to sell out, so don’t wait! Please email questions to Eileen Bray.
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June 9: Class of ’23 Safe and Sober Grad Night |
Tickets on sale for Safe and Sober Grad Night! $90 includes food, dancing, games, views, and FUN! Act now—prices increase in May. Grads meet at Sequoia at 10:00 p.m. and board buses to Hornblower Pier for an evening cruise around San Francisco Bay. Return to Sequoia at 4:00 a.m. All attendees must sign a waiver; students over 18 can sign for themselves. Event is for Sequoia graduates of class of 2023 ONLY. If you wish to purchase a ticket for another student, please check with that student first. No refunds. Purchase tickets here. To pay by check, email us.
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4/4 Softball v Burlingame 4:00
4/4 Boys Lacrosse v Menlo 5:00/7:00
4/4 Boys Tennis v El Camino 4:00
4/4 Badminton v Capuchino 4:30
4/5 Baseball v Aragon 4:00
4/6 Softball v Capuchino 4:00
4/6 Boys Volleyball v Capuchino 6:00
4/7 Girls Lacrosse v Hillsdale 5:30/7:00
4/7 Swimming v San Mateo 3:30
Track & Field will compete in their second PAL meet at Mills on April 5 at 3:00. Sequoia’s Stunt Team will take on Wilcox on April 5 at 7:00 vs Westmont. Please follow @SeqBoosters and individual sports on Instagram for the latest game times and info!
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Avery Carter Walker, PsyD, Child & Adolescent Eating Disorders Clinic, Stanford Children’s Health
Thursday, April 6, 2023, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT, Online Event (Live)
Avery Carter Walker, PsyD, ClĂnica de trastornos alimentarios de niños y adolescentes, Stanford Children's Health
Jueves, 6 de abril de 2023, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT, evento en lĂnea (en vivo)
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Irena Smith, College Admissions Expert, Author of The Golden Ticket
Thursday, April 13, 2023, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT, Online Event (Live)
Irena Smith, experta en admisiones universitarias, autora de El Billete de Oro
Jueves, 13 de abril de 2023, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT, evento en lĂnea (en vivo)
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The Sentinel goes out to 3,500 members of the Sequoia High School community on Sundays at 8 a.m. during the school year. Submissions are due on Wednesday — click the purple button below.
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