Sequoia College & Career Newsletter

Scroll through for important information regarding College/Career

For general questions and inquiries please email tignaitis@seq.org

At this time, student appointments will be for seniors only. If you have a question, please come into the College and Career Center and ask in person or email.

Sept. 29 - Sophomore Grade Level Meeting for 4YR/IB Information - THIS WEEK

Oct. 6 - Freshman Grade Level Meeting for 4YR/IB Information

Oct 13 - PSAT at Sequoia for Juniors (see below)

Nov 12- Reflections PTSA Contest Submission Due (see below)

Sophomores: September 29th

Freshman: October 6th

All grade level presentations will be recorded and available on the website following each meeting.

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. McCahon (IB Coordinator) and Ms. Ignaitis (College Counselor) present specific information and a different focus for each grade.

Meetings are for students and parents.

A meeting in Spanish for parents will be held at the same time as the meeting in English.

All meetings are virtual from 6-7:15pm .

This meeting will be held virtually.

Zoom links are below and on the Sequoia Homepage Calendar.

Presentation in English Zoom Link

Presentation in Spanish Zoom Link

Alternative Login
English Meeting ID: 933 3097 6617 Pass Code: 242415
Spanish Meeting ID: 924 5558 4418 Pass Code: 871948

Did you Miss the Junior Presentation?

Meetings will be recorded and posted on the College & Career Center webpage (Evening Presentation Resources)

If you need help signing up for a college visit, come by College/Career Center or watch How To Video - Sign Up for a College Visit at Sequoia

The University of Alabama

Mon Sept 27 11:30 AM

Elon University

Mon Sept 27 2:00 PM

California Lutheran University

Tue Sept 28 8:00 AM

Whittier College

Tue Sept 28 9:30 AM

Sarah Lawrence College

Tue Sept 28 11:30 AM

St Olaf College

Tue Sept 28 2:00 PM

Dartmouth College

Wed Sept 29 7:30 AM

Reed College

Wed Sept 29 8:30 AM

Menlo College

Wed Sept 29 11:15 AM

University of Miami

Thu Sept 30 8:00 AM

Stony Brook University

Thu Sept 30 10:30 AM

Humboldt State University

Thu Sept 30 11:30 AM

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Thu Sep 30 2:00 PM

University of La Verne

Fri Oct 1 8:00 AM

Holy Names University

Fri Oct 1 10:30 AM

Gonzaga University

Fri Oct 1 11:00 AM

Tufts University

Mon Oct 4 8:00 AM

Oregon State University

Mon Oct 4 10:30 AM

The American University of Paris

Mon Oct 4 2:00 PM

Columbia University, the University of Chicago, the University of Texas at Austin, the University of Michigan, and Yale University

Throughout the fall we will also host a series of virtual events for prospective students and families. Please share these details with your school community. The sessions will cover academics campus life, financial aid and admissions process at all five schools.

Thursday September 30

8 pm EDT / 7 pm CDT / 6 pm MDT / 5 pm PDT

Event Registration

Thursday October 7 / Jueves 7 de octubre

Spanish Information Session / Sesión de Información en Español

8 pm EDT / 7 pm CDT / 6 pm MDT / 5 pm PDT

Event Registration

Thursday October 14

8 pm EDT / 7 pm CDT / 6 pm MDT / 5 pm PDT

Event Registration

Drexel University Application Workshop Series

Drexel is offering monthly series of online events designed to help guide students, families, and counselors through important steps of the college application process

• Crafting Your Portfolio for College Success - Oct 20
• Exploring Your Academic Interests - Nov 17

To register and get more information go to their website

Stanford University Community Conversations

Sept 27-Oct 20 (session take place between)

Community Conversations is a series of virtual information sessions providing culturally inclusive and relevant information to students about Stanford’s admission process, campus community centers, and our diverse student body.

Link to Registration Page

Saint Louis University Financial Aid Presentation

Sept 29

Join Student Financial Services from Saint Louis University as we discuss the Financial Aid process and answer your questions regarding paying for a college education.

To register and get more information go to their website

International Universities College Fair

Sept 30th

International Universities College Fair hosted by the Association of International Regional Recruiters in North America (AIRR-NA).

You’ll have the opportunity to meet with 27 international universities and find out more about the benefits of studying internationally.

Register HERE

Coalition Application College Panels

Sept 30- Nov 16

The Coalition will host a series of events this fall, including our largest virtual fair We're excited our panel discussions will be hosted concurrently in Spanish, including sessions on completing the FAFSA and CSS Profile, as well as on getting an early start on college planning and attending college as a first-generation student.t.

The morning of October 13th all Juniors will take the PSAT at Sequoia.

This is the only date we will offer the PSAT.

There will be more detailed information in the coming weeks

During the Week of Sept 12-18th, juniors should have received a PSAT Study Guide in your history class. If you need a Study Guide, come by the College and Career Center and pick one up.

This year, only Juniors will take the practice exam.

There are some highly selective small colleges visiting SHS in the coming weeks. It can relieve a lot of stress going into your senior year if you understand what TYPE of college would be best for you. They are all different and many offer merit aid to make it more affordable.

It doesn't matter if you go to that school, you are just learning about the differences

Apply by major? Core Curriculum v Open Curriculum? % of graduates who get into Medical School? Schools where 75% of the students double major? How these schools prepare you for a job.

College Visits are 30 minutes but you can learn a lot- this week Elon, Sarah Lawrence, St Olaf, Dartmouth, Reed are some of the 16 colleges visiting Sequoia!

From Reed:

Five reasons to choose a small college:

• Small class sizes

• Lower student to faculty ratio (allowing students to get to know the faculty, build meaningful connections)

• Unique academic programs and dual degree options- allowing students to combine bachelor’s degree with master’s degree. More opportunities to do more in a shorter amount of time.

• Less competition, both in academic spaces and co-curricular involvement - more collaborative environment vs competitive with a lot of support.

• Career conversations and internship opportunities are abundant - happen very personally within career center on campus

From Project Read's Cassandra Levy

Students can reach out to me directly for upcoming training opportunities (email). Volunteers must be in 10th grade or higher, attend tutor training, one-on-one tutoring only, and online and in-person tutoring is available.

Thanks so much for your support!

Cassandra Levy

she/her

Project READ - Redwood City

clevy@redwoodcity.org

650-780-7077 office

650-474-9369 cell

Volunteers, aged 14 - 96 years old, provide one-on-one support for children in K-8th grade in San Carlos or Redwood City schools to improve their academic performance, engagement in learning and self-esteem. The need for volunteer tutors grows every year and we hope you or someone you know will get involved in this rewarding volunteer experience.

In Redwood City, we currently serve Clifford School (K-8th grade), Connect Community Charter School(K-8th grade), Kennedy Middle School (6-8th grade), and Henry Ford Elementary School (K-5th grade). You will be able to choose your preferred school location, age/grade of child, and day/time for tutoring.

Tutor training and orientation for all new volunteers starts in October

For more information about Healthy Cities Volunteer Opportunities: Visit

Want to get involved and make a difference at Sequoia?

Youth Advisory Board and Peer Mediators are both clubs on campus that work on supporting students and elevating their voices! YAB works towards identifying issues that impact students at Sequoia. Peer Mediators trains students to help others with conflicts. If interested in either of these clubs please reach out to Alicia Siese, alicia.siese@star-vista.org or come by the Teen Resource Center for an application.

Click here for both website links for YAB and Peer Mediators that include links for the application and more information about each group.

Volunteering with StarVista is an excellent opportunity to learn more about yourself and receive valuable training while making an important contribution to your Community

For more information

StarVista has helped people throughout San Mateo County navigate life’s challenges. Our counseling, crisis prevention, youth housing, and early childhood programs help tens of thousands of people in our community each year.

Due: Nov 12th

This year’s theme: I will change the world by...

Enter your artwork and reflect about its meaning to you in one of six categories.

1. Dance Choreography

2. Film Production

3. Literature

4. Music Composition

5. Photography

6. Visual Arts

All entries will be recognized for their artistic achievement. Participation itself is a meaningful contribution to the Sequoia community! First-place finishers in each category enter the district competition, district winners move on to the state competition, and state winners move on to compete nationally.

Be sure to review the rules and category information on the Reflections page of the PTSA website.

Submissions due Friday, Nov. 12. Click here for the online submission form. For questions, email Meredith Park or Margaret Brockman at sequoiareflections@gmail.com, or call 650-743-1695

SF Gelateria is a gelato shop in downtown Redwood city, minutes walk from Sequoia High School. We have shop attendant positions for ages 16+ for students who love gelato and serving joy to our customers. Shifts are opening or closing shift, 5 hours each. 12pm-9:30pm Sunday, Tuesday-Thursday; 12pm-10:30pm Friday and Saturdays. Apply by sending resume to ciao@sfgelateria.com.

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. Our starting salaries are $15.50 - $19.00, depending on what level of math the instructors can teach.

Join us for the opportunity to make a REAL difference in a child’s life by passing on a love for math! If interested, please apply online at www.mathnasium.com/redwoodcity/employment

Crate & Barrel at Stanford Shopping Center is currently building their team. Sales ~ Stockroom ~ Merchandising ~ Customer Service

Flexible hours. Day shifts & Evening shifts. Weekend availability is important.

Please fill out an application online.

Location: Palo Alto

Put my name down as a referral. (John Durkin)

Please fill out the online application. 16 years old with a work permit is the minimum age.

It’s a fun place to work. If hired, you enjoy a nice 30% off employee discount.

Please ask if you have any questions. Please send an email to johnfdurkin@yahoo.com for more details.

Has open interviews every Monday from 2-5.

Apply at www.cfaredwoodcity.com

Students: visit the website for a number of How-To videos that Sequoia Counselors made for help with common application, scholarships and much more!

Sept 19-25

9-11 Agenda

Click Here to view this week 's College & Career Newsletter/ Haga clic aquí para ver el boletín de la oficina de Colegios y Carreras de esta semana.

Sept 12-18

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COLLEGE TIP: Resources to Get Involved

How to Sign Up for a College Visit at Sequoia - open to all grades

JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Stanford University Dining Services, Menlo Country Club, Math & Reading Tutor RWC, Kumon of San Carlos Tutor

Sept 5- 11

Click Here to view this week 's College & Career Newsletter/ Haga clic aquí para ver el boletín de la oficina de Colegios y Carreras de esta semana.

Juniors - Signing Up for SAT or ACT

Aug 29-Sept 4

COLLEGE TIP: Do’s and Don’ts from CollegeData.com