Sequoia PTSA's weekly newsletter in partnership with Sequoia High School Education Foundation |
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Some SENIOR moments
It’s been a GREAT year of activities and fun — but just because our last meeting is May 2, it does not mean the PTSA is done! PTSA has many great activities planned during 2023 Grad Week, including the FINAL (sniff sniff) Staff Luncheon on June 7, lunch for the seniors on June 7, brunch for the seniors on June 8, and the grand finale of SAFE AND SOBER GRAD NIGHT 2023 on June 9 at 10:00 p.m. sharp! Seniors: Buy your tickets for Grad Night TODAY before prices go up TOMORROW, Monday, May 1!
What Gives?
You may have heard me say that Sequoia PTSA is SHSEF funded. But then you see fundraisers on campus or in the Sentinel, such as hot chocolate at football games or the selling of evergreen wreaths in the winter. What gives?!? Does the PTSA fundraise, or is the PTSA funded? Well, Yes, and Yes:
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Last But Not Least
Join us for the FINAL PTSA meeting of the year on Tuesday, May 2, at 7:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room (MPR).
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PTSA Reflections 2022-23: Students honored for expressing themselves through art |
The Reflections program encourages students to explore thoughts, feelings, and ideas; develop artistic literacy; increase confidence; and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life. At the April PTSA meeting, we celebrated students who participated this year. Three Sequoia students received Awards of Excellence from the 17th district, one of which also achieved an Award of Excellence at the State level to proceed as a finalist at the National level. View their work.
Next year’s theme is I am hopeful because…..Tengo esperanza porque…. More information about participating is available here. Due dates will be announced in early fall. Email us and be part of next year’s Reflections team!
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Sequoia Prom Gallery a big success! |
Sequoia’s Prom Gallery 2023 was a big success, thanks to our amazing community! A total of 150 students attended; 123 students found a dress, suit, shoes, ties, jewelry, makeup, skincare, etc.; 28 dresses were given away with 10 of them from The Princess Project. Many thanks for the generosity of Sequoia families, The Princess Project, and Project Glimmer for their donations, and to our kind volunteers and skilled Sequoia staff for their time. Congratulations to the graduates of 2023! |
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- Exam Calendar
- Exam Tips & Rules
- Code of Conduct
- Items Not Permitted
- Answer Booklet Guide (how to write question numbers and where to put answers)
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The PTSA was able to fund 37 Mini-Grants this year, with funding from the Sequoia High School Education Fund. See two of the fantastic projects that were funded below. |
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$510 grant: Bianka Nessler, Special Ed/ILS field trip |
Students were able to attend a live musical performance that brought cartoons to life through an engaging multisensory event. Field trips are an important part of community education for students with disabilities. This trip exposed the students to the arts/humanities (something many of them have never experienced before) and helped them learn appropriate behaviors in a theater during a performance. They really enjoyed the performance and asked if we could see more next year. |
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$750 Grant: Stemality Club science materials |
The funding allowed Stemality to purchase materials for STEM activities with hundreds of students at local schools. Stemality benefits the Sequoia High School community by giving students a chance to introduce elementary school children to the exciting world of STEM. Sequoia students have gained leadership experience, accrued service hours, and supported the community. |
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Double your donation to SHSEF |
Thanks to a group of generous donors, we have a $70K match for all gifts through May 30. All gifts, no matter the size, support the Sequoia community. Donate at shsef.org.
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Seniors: June 2 is Edgenuity deadline!
¡Se acerca la fecha límite de Edgenuity!
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SENIORS making up classes (D/F grades) for graduation and/or A-G requirements through our online credit recovery program Edgenuity must complete their classes by June 2, no exceptions. Contact your assigned counselor if you are unsure if you need to make up classes. Edgenuity teacher: Mr. Calles, jcalles@seq.org. Edgenuity Office Hours: Room 210 on Mondays and Thursdays, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Los SENIORS que están recuperando clases (calificaciones D/F) para los requisitos de graduación y/o universitarios a través de nuestro programa de recuperación de créditos en línea Edgenuity deben completar sus clases antes del 2 de junio, sin excepciones. Comunícate con tu consejera/o asignado si no estás segura/o si necesitas recuperar clases. Maestro de Edgenuity: Sr. Calles, jcalles@seq.org. Horario de oficina de Edgenuity: Aula 210 los lunes y jueves, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
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Grad Week coming soon!
!se acerca la semana de graduaciones!
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Seniors: Financial aid
¡requisito de solicitud para ayuda financiera!
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All high school seniors must complete a financial aid application, either the FAFSA or CADAA. Both applications provide students an opportunity to be considered for financial aid for college or vocational school. We encourage seniors to complete their application ASAP. FLEX workshops and appointments with College/Career Counselors are available. If you would like to complete the opt-out form or have questions about this requirement, please contact your assigned school counselor.
Todos los estudiantes del grado 12 deben completar una solicitud de ayuda financiera, ya sea la solicitud FAFSA o CADAA. Ambas solicitudes brindan a los estudiantes la oportunidad de ser considerados para recibir ayuda financiera para la universidad, colegio o una escuela vocacional. Alentamos que los estudiantes del grado 12 completen su solicitud lo más antes posible. Se encuentran disponibles talleres FLEX y citas con las consejeras del centro de colegios/carreras. Si desea completar el formulario de exclusión o tiene preguntas sobre este requisito, comuníquese con su consejera/o escolar asignado.
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Seniors: Get your tickets for Safe and Sober Grad Night on June 9! |
Get your tickets for the Safe and Sober Grad Night on June 9! Tickets are $90 and include food, dancing, games, views, and FUN! Prices increase May 1. Grads meet at Sequoia at 10:00 p.m., board buses to Hornblower Pier for an evening cruise and return to Sequoia at 4:00 a.m. All attendees must sign a waiver; students over 18 can sign for themselves. Event is for class of 2023 Sequoia grads ONLY. If purchasing 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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5/3: Baseball vs. Capuchino - Varsity 4:00 p.m.
5/4: Boys Lacrosse vs. Carlmont - Varsity 7:00 p.m.,
JV 5:00 p.m., *Senior Night*
5/5: Baseball vs. Carlmont - JV 4:00 p.m.
5/6: Track & Field - PAL Varsity finals - 9:00 a.m.
Follow @SeqBoosters and individual sports on Instagram for the latest game times!
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Behind every team is a great team! |
Calling parents and Sequoia fans who can share their time and talent to support Sequoia athletics. With 1000 students participating in SEQ sports, there is much to do! Sign up to help with Boosters membership, merchandise, or events like our Crab Feed Dinner & Auction. Check out the Boosters volunteer opportunities to find a role that’s right for you.
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$3000 for senior athletes |
The Sequoia Sport & Spirit Boosters are proud to offer up to six (6) $500 scholarships for seniors who participated in varsity-level sports or sports leadership at Sequoia this year. Seniors should use the Judy Carmona Scholarship Google Form to submit their two-paragraph application. Applications are due by Thursday, May 4.
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In this webinar, Karen Allen, Mindful Educator with Mission Be, a mindfulness-based nonprofit organization, will guide you on how to cultivate mindfulness, including gratitude and positivity in your lives, homes, and families.
En este seminario web, Karen Allen, educadora consciente de Mission Be, una organización sin fines de lucro que se basa en la atención plena, los guiará a cultivar la plena atención incluyendo gratitud y positividad en sus vidas, hogares y familias. Enlace de zoom.
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Navigating technology with kids can be overwhelming. How can parents set realistic boundaries around screen time, friendships, and social media in the digital age? In this workshop, Devorah Heitner, PhD, author and children’s media expert, will offer practical, research-informed approaches to navigating digital milestones with kids.
Navegar por la tecnología con los niños puede ser abrumador. ¿Cómo pueden los padres establecer límites realistas en torno al tiempo de pantalla, las amistades y las redes sociales en la era digital? En este taller, Dra. Devorah Heitner, autor y experto en medios para niños, ofrecerá enfoques practicás basados en investigaciones para navegar los hitos digitales con los niños. Enlace de zoom.
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