SHS/PGS Principal's Newsletter
October 2026 Edition
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Significant Adults,
The school year has been going great, and a lot has been accomplished over the last few weeks. At Sequoia, students got their schedules and classes started for the first term and we will begin our second term October 12th. Over the last week, Sequoia has had an ASB campaign and yesterday students finished voting for our ASB leaders. We’re seeing our community grow and next week we will be welcoming many more new students.
At Port Gardner, we’ve grown so much! We have the largest group of students we’ve had in many years, and we’re excited to grow more over the next semester. Students have hit the ground running in their new classes on campus.
High School Online Options has been serving the Everett community by providing classes for students at all our comprehensive high schools. They’re off to a strong start and meeting with students daily to help them stay on track with their learning.
Last week we had our first “Doughnuts and Coffee with the Principal” event in the cafeteria where we saw a dozen families join in to meet and talk about all the great things that are happening in our district and on our campus. Keep an eye out for more invites to more events each month.
Our PTSA is going strong and had a Clothing Swap in our Gym last week. Now they’re preparing for our first Student Winter MarketPlace on November 6th – these are all the types of events that help us build community on our campus.
Thank you to all the wonderful adults and students who have worked hard to make Sequoia, Port Gardner, and High School Online Options places where our students feel welcome and successful.
Warm Regards,
Pachomius Schmidt
Principal
Sequoia/Port Gardner/HS Online
The PSAT will be on Wednesday, October 21st for all Sophomores. Students will be admitted to the testing room starting at 8:15 am. The test will start at 8:30 am and no new students will be admitted after the test has begun.
Grab-and-go breakfast will be available for students before the test starts. Food and drinks are not allowed while a student is testing, but may access them during scheduled breaks.
Students will not have access to personal electronic devices through the duration of the test, this includes during breaks. If there is an emergency, families can contact the front office at 425-385- 5100.
Students should also be sure to get plenty of rest before the test and come on test day with their devices charged.
The test will end between 11:00- 11:30 am. If students are scheduled in 4th, 5th, or 6th period, they are expected to attend those classes after they complete the test.
Please contact Autumn Slater at aslater@everettsd.org for any questions.
The ASVAB will take place the day after the PSAT on Thursday, October 22nd, 9:15-11:30. Students will be released to class as they finish the test.
Students taking the ASVAB are generally 11th or 12th grade students that have…
- not met the SBA
- not met a current CTE set of courses Graduation Pathway Option
- not met standard on the SAT or ACT
- not completed a different graduation pathway option
If you have a student who has previously attempted the ASVAB, and they would like to attempt it again, please have them contact Liz Lahti at elahti@everettsd.org
NOTE: There will be additional ASVAB testing dates later this school year.
Hello Port Gardner families! My name is Ms. Bryn Loomis, and I am excited to join the Port Gardner community. I grew up in the Pacific Northwest and earned my Bachelor's degree from the University of Portland and my Master's degree in Elementary Education from Grand Canyon University. For the past two years, I taught 2nd grade in Bellevue, and I recently moved north and have really enjoyed exploring the area.
One of my favorite parts of teaching is getting to know students and building strong connections with families. I'm excited to become part of the Port Gardner community and support students as they learn, grow, and gain confidence throughout the year.
Outside of school, I enjoy attending sporting events (Go Mariners!), trying new restaurants, and spending time with my three dogs. I look forward to meeting all of you and getting to know your students this year!
