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PTSA Needs You – Step Into Leadership!

As PTSA President, I’ve been honored to serve our school community for the past three years—but my time in this role is coming to an end. I will be stepping down at the end of this school year, and we are now looking for a committed parent to step into the PTSA President role for next year.

The PTSA cannot function without a President, Secretary, and Treasurer—these three roles are essential to keeping our programs and support for the school going strong. The Secretary and Treasurer positions are already filled—we just need someone ready to lead.

Being PTSA President has meant so much to me. It’s given me the chance to work closely with an amazing faculty and staff, and to be more deeply connected to my children’s high school experience. It’s truly been one of the most rewarding parts of my time here.

I will remain on the board to support and train the new President, so you won’t be doing it alone. If you care about our students, want to make a real impact, and are ready to grow into a leadership role, this is your chance.



Please reach out (karendonna@yahoo.com) if you’re interested or want to learn more!

Senior Moments

It’s been a fantastic year full of fun and meaningful activities—but just because our last PTSA meeting is on May 6 doesn’t mean we’re done yet!

We’ve got several exciting events coming up during 2025 Grad Week, including:

• Senior Lunch (June 4) - see below for sign ups
• Senior Brunch (June 5) - see below for sign ups
• Staff Luncheon (June 6)
• SAFE & SOBER GRAD NIGHT 2025 at Boomer’s (June 6) - Buy Tickets here

ATTN: Freshman–Junior Parents: Grad Night needs chaperones! - see below for sign ups.

Tuesday, May 6 at 7:00 p.m. in the MPR

Don’t miss our last meeting of the year! We’ll be wrapping up an amazing year, showcasing PTA Reflections submissions, sharing updates on upcoming events, and voting on a proposed $1 dues increase to align with a new requirement from National PTA.

We’d love to see you there!

PTSA

Senior Lunch: Wednesday, June 4

The PTSA and senior parents are hosting a Senior LUNCH for our graduating seniors on Wednesday June 4th. This will take place on the lawn in front of the school from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Please sign up here to help set up, serve and clean up, or make a donation for drinks and desserts.

Senior Brunch: Thursday, June 5

Brunch will be provided courtesy of the PTSA in the MUR from 11:30 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Seniors can eat, sign yearbooks and hang out with friends before their mandatory graduation practice. Parents, please sign up to bring something or donate for this special brunch.

Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Loved Ones: Help Chaperone Grad Night - Friday, June 6th, 2025!

The Class of 2025 is celebrating their Grad Night at Boomers Modesto and we need a team of adult chaperones to help celebrate! Because the Seniors don't want their parents there, we hope you will help. 

A few reasons to chaperone:



• Have an amazing night with your bestie, spouse, or other family! 
• Find out what the hype is all about! 
• Get a preview for when your student is a Senior! 
• Pay it forward!

Depart Sequoia at 9:30pm on Friday June 6th, and return to Sequoia at 4:30am on Saturday, June 7th. Contact sequoiaptsa@gmail.com with questions. Sign Up Here.

Donate to Sequoia’s Prom Closet!

Every year, SHSEF helps the Family Center organize a “Prom Closet” filled with donated formal wear and accessories that students can borrow for the Prom. Students are able to “shop” (for free) for prom dresses, suits, shoes, and accessories. SHSEF and the Sequoia community come together to make sure that Unaliyi means not only a “place of friends,” but also a “prom of friends.” Help support programs that make school events accessible to all of our students. Donate Today!

Showcasing Sequoia Arts!

Spring at Sequoia features art, dance, acting and music by our visual and performing artists (VPA). SHSEF keeps the arts flourishing with instrument purchases and repairs, support for choral classes, A/V equipment for the theater, and supplies for classes that teach drawing, photography, and sculpting. Support our Sequoia artists to share their gifts today and in the future. 

Our Spring appeal has begun, and we’re proud to announce that we’ve raised $450k out of our goal of $650k. Help SHSEF reach this goal. Donate today! 

Home games & Senior Nights this week

• 5/5 Softball vs Hillsdale - JV 4:00 pm
• 5/6 Boys Lacrosse vs Gunn - Varsity 7:00 pm *SENIOR NIGHT*
• 5/7 Baseball vs Capuchino - Varsity 4:00 pm
• 5/7 Softball vs Terra Nova - JV 4:00 pm
• 5/7 Volleyball vs SSF - Varsity 5:45 pm *SENIOR NIGHT*
• 5/9 Baseball vs Capuchino - JV 4:00 pm
• 5/10 Baseball vs Los Altos - Varsity 12:00 pm, JV 3:00 pm *SENIOR DAY*

Join the team behind our teams!

Thank you to the volunteers that offered their time and talent this school year and to those returning for 2025-26!  We are excited about our roster of Boosters board members and committee leads, but still have some key roles to fill. See the full list of volunteer positions here.  

Some possibilities: 

• Put your event planning skills to work as a Trivia Night or Crab Feed Chair
• Support concessions or spirit wear sales as a merchandise or Snack Shack volunteer
• Lead a school spirit or Purple Pride project made possible by Fund-A-Need donations

Not sure how to get involved? Consider one of the roles below or swing by the Boosters end-of-year social on Tuesday, May 20. Email boostersequoia@gmail.com for location details.

Attention Seniors! Varsity Scholarship Apps due 5/8/2025

If you have participated in Varsity level sports, you have the opportunity to win a $500 scholarship from Sequoia Sport & Spirit Boosters Organization! 

Seniors should use the Judy Carmona Scholarship Google Form to submit their two-paragraph application highlighting their experience as a Sequoia Varsity athlete. Applications are due by Thursday, May 8, 2025.

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