College & Career Newsletter

Scroll through for important information regarding College/Career

How to reach us?

For general questions and inquiries please email (Please do not use the link at the bottom of this Newsletter to contact us)

Mr. Rebello jrebello@seq.org

All HCA, Study Skills Students and Last names A-L

and/or

Ms Yeager: tyeager@seq.org

All DAA, ELD Students and Last names M-Z

UPCOMING EVENTS/DUE DATES:

Sept 1- First College Visit at Sequoia!

Sept 9- Junior Grade Level IB/4 Year College Meeting

Sept 23- Sophomore Grade Level IB/4 Year College Meeting

Oct 14- Freshman Grade Level IB/4 Year College Meeting

Oct 21- College and Career Day (see information below for 9th graders)

When: Wednesday October 21, 2026

Where: TBA but past schools have included UC Berkeley, San Jose State, University of San Francisco, Sonoma State, San Francisco State, University of the Pacific, or Santa Clara University

What: All Sequoia freshmen will visit a Bay Area College Campus.

Make sure your permission slips (google form) are submitted online or to Room 115 (College & Career Center) today!

English or Spanish paper permission slips

List of Submitted Permission Slips

Junior: Wednesday, September 9th

Sophomore: Wednesday, September 23rd

Freshman: Wednesday, October 14th

The annual college/IB/ICAP meetings are specifically focused on the requirements, deadlines of the IB Diploma, the IB/ICAP program, and the college application process for attending a four-year college. Ms. Nino-Sears (IB Coordinator) and our College and Career Advisors present specific information and a different focus for each grade.

Meetings are for students and parents.

All GRADE LEVEL MEETINGS will be:

• Presented on zoom in English and Spanish.

• SLIDES will be Posted on the SHS College and Career website.

• Links will be available in the Weekly Newsletter and on the school website.

We want all families to complete this confidential meal application so that qualifying students can receive reduced cost bus passes, internet, prom tickets, grad night tickets, college application fees and IB testing registration. To complete the meal application, click here.

Needs to be completed every year!

9/25: Last day to add a class or drop a class without penalty on transcript.

10/30: Last day to drop an IB course in an IB testing year.

11/12: Last day to drop with penalty on the transcript. No drops after this date.

Tuesday, September 1, 2026-1:00pm

Tuesday, September 1, 2026-2:00PM

Thursday, September 3, 2026-9:00AM

August 26th at Redwood City Library

UC, CSU, Community College, Private (Independent), Out-of-State Public, International:

Applying, Affording, Attending

We will take a look at the various college systems: their differences and similarities. What does the application process look like at each one? How will students know how much they will cost? What will it feel like to attend schools in these systems?

As juniors begin to think about or as seniors begin to finalize their college lists, what should they consider as they choose which system(s) might be a best fit?

Register here

This is a great opportunity for prospective students to talk with representatives from the service academies and to hear directly from them. The event will be held Tuesday, September 8th from 4:30-6:30pm at the San Mateo Main Library in the Oak Room.

Redwood City Women's Club
149 Clinton St
Redwood City, CA 94062
United States

Are you interested in learning more about Reed? We invite you to join us for a reception. Meet your regional admission counselor, learn about how to apply to Reed and meet other students in your area interested in the college.

Please complete the form below to register for a Reed reception. You will receive a confirmation email after you submit your registration, which will include a link to cancel or edit your registration if needed.

Registration HERE

Because we are a big school and don't want you to use the phrase "I didn't know", we have created a consistent method of getting out information.

FIRST: WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

It is the student's responsibility to read/skim through each week. This is where we list upcoming events and opportunities, specific college, required steps, financial aid, scholarships, contests, volunteering, and job information.

Instead of individual emails throughout the week, we send it once a week on Sundays!

SECOND: EVENING EVENTS

Throughout the year, we hold evening college informational meetings/events for both students and parents/guardians. These meetings have specific content students are responsible to know and understand. If both a student and parent/guardian can't attend, the presentations are available on the school website under the College and Career Department section.

THIRD: COLLEGE AND CAREER WEBPAGE

Located on the SHS website under Departments, our webpage includes student opportunities and scholarship monthly lists, How To videos, posted presentations from evening meetings, old Newsletters, CSF forms as well as other post secondary resources.

• Your 504 or IEP accommodations are not covered for outside testing.
• If you want accommodations for the SAT or ACT, you need to request them separately through the College Board or ACT.
• It is the responsibility of the families to research and provide all necessary documentation since these tests are not associated with Sequoia.
• While families can submit their documentation on their own, Sequoia can also complete the final submission step. For more information about this process, go to our website: Accommodations for Testing

As you are considering different schools to apply to, make sure to check out their testing policies. If you need or want to take a test, it is your responsibility to sign-up and register for the tests.

Use these links below to sign-up for the SAT or ACT:

College Board

ACT

Click HERE to go directly to the Sequoia High School website for the most updated scholarship and student opportunities lists. How to Access Scholarships on Naviance (9-12th Grades)

If you find a scholarship you are interested in and want the link to the website or more information be sure to log in to your Naviance account, under the College tab, click on Scholarships and Money, then Scholarship list, and put the name of the scholarship in the search box, then click on the name of the scholarship.

The Academy’s PCADE program is a FREE college-level program for students ready to explore what makes their creative perspective unique. Our hands-on classes let students build their portfolios and sharpen their style! Classes held at our downtown San Francisco campus and online.

Online classes start Sept 2 and on site classes start Oct 10

This Is a FREE ONLINE art class at Foothill College.

Typography (make your own fonts) CRN 21579

Class start Sept 21, sign up NOW

FREE to all high school students

Self-paced, no campus or zoom meetings

Fulfill the Area-F requirement for high school graduation.

Earn 4-units of college credit, transferable to UC/CSU.

STUDENTS MUST WORK WITH THEIR COUNSELOR FOR CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT APPROVAL

Enroll here https://www.foothill.edu/hs/

Due: September 1, 2026

Grades Eligible: 9-12th

The (YCA) Leadership Program brings 9-12th grade students from across San Mateo County together to empower youth to take climate action into their own hands. Through the program, students will develop projects designed to drive change within San Mateo County and gain a diverse set of skills related to sustainability and climate action. WEBSITE

8-month service-learning program is for high school students aged 15-18 in the San Francisco Bay Area who are interested in working with marine mammals and educating the public about important ocean conservation topics.
Email highschool@tmmc.org if you have any questions. WEBSITE

• Theme: Restore the Bay and Beyond by Caring for Trees

• Event Registration Link: bit.ly/septstsat26

• When: Saturday, September 19, from 9am-12pm

• Where: 2086 Clarke Ave Building C, East Palo Alto, CA 94303

• Cost: FREE (free light lunch and snacks will be provided)

• Description: Join Canopy and The Marine Mammal Center as we work together to support the environment in the Bay Area by caring for trees! Healthy trees improve the health of our communities by cleaning the air, providing habitat for wildlife, and reducing stormwater runoff that can carry pollution into the San Francisco Bay, helping to protect the marine mammals that call these waters home. We hope by the end of this event you will have a stronger understanding of the connection between healthy urban forests and healthy marine ecosystems and will have some goals for next steps to take on your conservation journey.

• We sign community service hours for youth if needed!

Volunteer

all year

Grades Eligible: 9-12th

To sign up to volunteer, visit our website by selecting one of the following options: Sort food at our warehouses, Distribute food to community members - Distribution sites are located in nearly every neighborhood in Silicon Valley,

Deliver food to homes – Load your vehicle and deliver healthy groceries to homes of seniors and other homebound clients in Santa Clara or San Mateo County. You must be 18 years old to volunteer for this activity. WEBSITE

ELIGIBLE AGES: 14+

DPS Rescue is searching for new volunteers for our biweekly events in Palo Alto! We welcome volunteers of all experience levels and backgrounds, ages 14+, and offer community service credits/sign-offs if needed. Complete form on their WEBSITE.

Available All Year

Eligible Grades:9-12th

The San Mateo County Historical Association offers a number of free public programs throughout the year for Lunar New Year, Happy San Mateo County Day, Fourth of July (half-price admission), Victorian Days, Día de los Muertos, and Hometown Holidays. We are always looking for volunteers to assist with craft activities and gallery monitoring for these events. Interested students can email carmen@historysmc.org for upcoming volunteer opportunities. WEBSITE

This is a great opportunity for SHS students to be matched with a younger student to tutor once or twice a week.

If interested contact:

Email - rclread@redwoodcity.org

Phone- 650 780-7077

For more information go to their website and scroll down to the Teen Volunteer Section.

(Flier in College and Career Center)

Gladeo Bay Area offers resources that help student users

• Learn about Careers by exploring top industries, career paths, and employers in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area region.

• Watch Video Interviews that show how community college alumni from the Bay Area region navigated their way to successful careers.

• Explore Career Progression Roadmaps that illustrate the types of jobs a person has within an industry as they progress in their career.

• Search the Program Finder to find certificate, degree, and training programs that will help students reach their career goals.

• Connect with Resources and Opportunities by receiving a personalized newsfeed of events, networking opportunities, and internships.

• Take a Personalized Career Quiz to map personality type and interests to potential career options and industries.

Article from College Transitions, February 24, 2026

A four-year university isn’t the only path to a high-paying career—a two-year associate degree can lead directly to high-paying, in-demand roles. Highlights from the data show that fields like healthcare (including Dental Hygienists and Diagnostic Sonographers) and engineering technologies offer median salaries ranging from $60,000 to over $100,000 without four years of college debt.

Why read further? This guide breaks down the highest-earning associate degree paths, complete with salary projections and job growth metrics. Explore cost-effective post-secondary options, fast-track career routes, or practical stepping stones toward a future bachelor's degree.

Job Type: Part-Time (6–12 hours/week, with opportunities for additional hours)

Program Dates: June 2, 2026 – December 31, 2026

Location:
Think Zone Learning Center (Redwood City)

777 Woodside Rd, Ste A1 Redwood City, CA 94061

Pay: $18.50–$20.00/hour

Love Math? Make a Difference. Build Your Resume.

Looking for a rewarding after-school job? Join Think Zone, where you'll help elementary and middle school students build confidence in math while gaining valuable leadership, communication, and teaching experience.

Whether you're preparing for college, exploring a future in education, or simply looking for a meaningful part-time job, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills while making a real impact.

About Think Zone

Think Zone, part of TAL Education Group, helps K–8 students build strong math foundations through engaging, personalized instruction. We believe learning should be fun, challenging, and confidence-building—and our tutors play a huge role in making that happen.

Find out more information and apply here.

Help lead fun, hands-on STEM and creative enrichment programs for K–8 students after school. No prior teaching experience required—training is provided. We’re looking for dependable, upbeat coaches who take initiative and enjoy working with kids and are great team players!

Details

• When: 1–2 days/week, after school (typically 3:00–4:30 PM or 3:30–4:30 PM, depending on the site)

• Where: In person at school sites in Menlo Park, Palo Alto, San Mateo, San Jose, and Los Gatos — pick the locations most convenient for you

• Pay: $20/hour with 2.5 hours of paid training at the start

• What you’ll do: Lead engaging activities (LEGO, robotics, maker projects, basic coding), manage small groups, and support a positive classroom environment

Requirements

• Reliable, responsible, and strong communicator

• Prior leadership experience in clubs is great to have!

students can apply here!

High School Juniors/Seniors: Do you like working with kids? Kumon, the world's largest after-school enrichment program, seeks energetic Part-time Grader Assistants for immediate hire for the 2026/2027 school year.

Several positions open at the San Carlos Kumon center's after-school math and reading program. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting students (elementary and middle school) with Reading & Math (12 positions open)

• Working directly with early learners (aged 4 – 7 years old) in Math and Reading (Early Learner Grader Assistant position open)

• Grading math & reading worksheets

• Light administrative duties

* Experience in a paid or non-paid job working with kids including teacher’s aide, babysitting, coach, etc is a plus

* Strong English reading/comprehension & advanced Math proficiency is preferred Skills Include:

• Strong interpersonal/verbal communication skills

• Responsible and detail-oriented

• Able to work independently and multi-task

* Approximately 6 - 10 hours per week on Monday and Thursday afternoons.

Ideal part time job for high school or college students. Hourly rate: $18+ DOE Please email your resume/qualifications & available work hours on Mon & Thurs if you are interested: kumonsancarlos@gmail.com

Teach with Hummingbird Music School

Teach with Hummingbird Music School

Hummingbird Music School is looking for fun, talented, and reliable high school musicians to join our team of music teachers!

Part-time teaching opportunities are available in San Carlos and Redwood City. Teachers may lead Group Piano and Group Ukulele classes at local elementary schools and/or teach private lessons. We welcome musicians who teach piano, guitar, ukulele, voice, drums, strings, woodwinds, brass, and other instruments.

This is a great opportunity for accomplished young musicians who enjoy working with children, want to gain teaching experience, and are excited to share their love of music with the next generation.

Pay

• Group classes: $60/hour
• Private lessons: $45/hour

We’re looking for teachers who are:

• Strong and enthusiastic musicians
• Dependable and responsible
• Comfortable working with children
• Friendly, encouraging, and patient
• Excited about creating a positive, low-pressure learning environment

Interested in joining us? Apply here!

ELIGIBLE AGE/GRADE: 16yr+ (Must have own transportation)

Looking for high school students with exceptional math skills through Algebra I and Geometry to join our team! We offer competitively paid part-time jobs at Sequoia Station with flexible scheduling and ongoing training opportunities. Join us for the opportunity to make a REAL difference in a child’s life by passing on a love for math!

Our starting salaries are $17.00-$19.00 depending on what level of math the instructors can teach.

If interested, please apply online

August 16-22, 2026- Start of the year