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.

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

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

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

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 or Sophomore Presentation?

Meetings will be recorded and posted on the College & Career Center webpage (Evening Presentation Resources) Note - the 10th grade meeting has two recordings for both English and Spanish

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

Oregon State University

Mon October 4

10:30 AM

The American University of Paris

Mon Oct 4

2:00 PM

University of California-Irvine

Tue Oct 5

8:00 AM

University of California-Merced

Tue Oct 5

9:30 AM

University of Connecticut

Tue Oct 5

11:30 AM

University of Rochester

Tue Oct 5

2:00 PM

Tufts University

Wed Oct 6

8:30 AM

Saint Mary's College of California

Wed Oct 6

10:15 AM

University of Redlands

Wed Oct 6

11:15 AM

Boston University

Thu Oct 7

8:00 AM

University of Oregon

Thu Oct 7

10:30 AM

Grinnell College

Thu Oct 7

11:30 AM

University of Delaware

Thu Oct 7

2:00 PM

University of Puget Sound

Fri Oct 8

8:00 AM

Pace University, New York City Campus

Fri Oct 8

10:30 AM

California State University-East Bay

Tue Oct 12

10:30 AM

Lafayette College

Thu Oct 14

8:00 AM

Pitzer College

Thu Oct 14

9:30 AM

Seton Hall University

Fri Oct 15

8:00 AM

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 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

Find the College for You at NACAC Virtual College Fairs

Hundreds of colleges and universities from the US and worldwide will be ready and waiting to talk with you at these upcoming NACAC Virtual College Fairs:

• Thursday, Oct. 14: Midwest US Fair: 5-9 p.m. ET

• Sunday, Oct. 24: Signature Fair: 1-6 p.m. ET

• Tuesday, Nov. 2: Arts & STEM Fair: 4-8 p.m. ET

• Sunday, Nov. 14: Signature Fair: 1-6 p.m. ET

Don't miss these free, one-day events for high school students, transfer students, and families. Go to virtualcollegefairs.org to see the list of participating colleges. Then log in on any fair date to attend Zoom sessions, text your questions, and demonstrate interest... all without leaving home.

Meet Your NYU Rep (The person reviewing your application)

10/19

New York University is not doing in-person visits but they are meeting with San Mateo County, Contra Costa County and Alameda County. If planning on applying to NYU do not miss this opportunity Register Here

NYU also has general formal information sessions. Register Here

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

Through-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

Coalition Application College Panels

Through- 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.

Students room assignments will be posted on Tuesday, Oct 12th

The exam will begin at 8:30am

Students need to bring

• #2 pencil (no mechanical pencils allowed)
• calculator
• water and a snack in a separate container
• students should be prepared to stay in the testing room for the whole test 8:30-12:10 (there is no scheduled brunch only a couple of short breaks)

PLEASE READ THE PSAT Study Guide for details about the structure and how to best prepare for the exam

This year, only Juniors will take the practice exam.

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.

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.

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.

Apply at www.cfaredwoodcity.com

Sept 26-Oct 2

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.

COLLEGE TIP: Visiting Small Colleges and Learning They Offer and Their Differences

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

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.

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