College & Career Newsletter
Week of September 11-17, 2022
Welcome Students & Families
Scroll through for important information regarding College/Career
How to reach us?
For general questions and inquiries please email:
Ms Ignaitis: tignaitis@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
Please do not use the link at the bottom of this Newsletter to contact us
Important Dates and Deadlines
UPCOMING EVENTS/DUE DATES:
Sept 15 - Sophomore Grade Level IB/4 Year College Meeting
Sept 16 - Freshman College Day Permission Slips DUE
Sept 28- Last day to add a class or drop a class without penalty
Sept 29 - Freshman Grade Level IB/4 Year College Meeting
Oct 5th - College Day (9th grade only)
Oct 12th- PSAT (11th grade only)
Nov 1st - Last day to drop an IB course in a testing year
Nov 16th - Last day to drop with penalty. No drops after this date
College & Career Center: Where to find us?
On Wednesdays, join the College & Career Center in the Quad at lunch.
During September, we will have less availability for students due to important annual conferences on the following days:
- College Conference Sept 13th (all day EXCEPT for College Visits)
- UC Conference Sept 15 (all day)
At this time please come in person to make an appointment
Annual Grade Level IB/4 Year College Bound Meetings
Sophomore: Thursday, September 15th
Freshman: Thursday, September 29th
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/Ms Yeager (College/Career Counselors) present specific information and a different focus for each grade.
Meetings are for students and parents.
All GRADE LEVEL MEETINGS will be:
On Zoom from 6pm -730pm in English
Presented separately for Spanish speaking parents/guardians at 7:00pm
Recorded and posted on the SHS College and Career website ASAP
Links will be available on the SHS Calendar and in the Weekly Newsletter
Zoom links are below and on the Sequoia Homepage Calendar.
11th Grade IB/4 Year College Bound Meeting Recording Available on Website
If you missed the 11th Grade 4YR College & IB Meeting on September 8th
11th Grade Level College/IB Meeting Recording Passcode: X.a28T0#
Class of 2024 Fall 11th Grade Presentation Only
Haga clic aquí para ver una grabación de la presentación. Contraseña: fr1@2k8k
The grade-level presentation in English and Spanish and handouts will also be available on the Sequoia College and Career webpage.
Complete the 2022-2023 Meal Application
CSF Applications Period Now Open for SPRING 2022 Grades (10th-11th Graders)
DUE: Sept 20th by 1pm – Don’t Wait! No Late Exceptions!
The California Scholarship Federation (CSF) emphasizes high standards of scholarship and community service for California high school students. For families that do not know about CSF, it is basically a state-wide honor roll organization. The word scholarship has to do with academic performance NOT SCHOLARSHIP MONEY.
You must be a member at LEAST one semester of your senior year to be a Life Member!
For applications, class lists, help completing the form, and general information about the CSF organization please visit the College and Career Center’s CSF webpage or in the bin outside of the College and Career Center
Directions and deadline for submitted Spring 2022 CSF Applications - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
DIRECTIONS:
Only students can complete and submit the application to Ms Ignaitis in the College and Career Center/Room 115 from September 6- 20th by 1pm
The submitted application packet must include:
1. A completed CSF application
2. $5.00 application fee in cash or a check made payable to Sequoia High School
3. A copy of the previous semester report card or transcript- A transcript can be obtained through a student’s Infinite Campus account (report tab).
Please DO NOT GO TO THE GUIDANCE OFFICE FOR YOUR TRANSCRIPT!
STUDENTS - if you need help, have questions, or have an issue paying please come by the College and Career Center WE will help you!
9th Grade College Day
College Day Permission Slips
All ninth grade students attending College Day on October 5th need to submit a permission slip to their English teacher. Extra copies of the permission slip outside the College & Career Center (Room 115). English Permission Slip Spanish Permission Slip
Juniors: PSAT Information
The morning of October 12th 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
This year, only Juniors will take the practice exam.
Working to make up classes? UPDATED HOURS
If you are working on making up classes (D/F grades) for graduation and/or A-G requirements through our online credit recovery program, Edgenuity please know that the lab with Mr. Calles is now open for the 2022-23 school year.
If you are not sure if you need to make-up classes please contact your assigned counselor.
Edgenuity Teacher: Mr. Calles, jcalles@seq.org
Where: Room 210Edgenuity Teacher: Mr. Calles, jcalles@seq.org
Where: Room 210
When: Mondays and Thursdays, 4pm-6pm
Sequoia High School College Visits
Naviance is currently displaying the incorrect (AM or PM) on the College Visit list - once you register, you can see the correct (AM or PM)
University of British Columbia
Tue Sept 13, 2022 8:00 AM
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
Tue Sept 13, 2022 2:00 PM
Binghamton University
Wed Sept 14, 2022 7:30 AM
Loyola Marymount University
Wed Sept 14, 2022 8:00 AM
The American University of Paris
Wed Sept 14, 2022 8:30 AM
American University
Wed Sept 14, 2022 9:30 AM
Sarah Lawrence College
Wed Sept 14, 2022 10:00 AM
University of Colorado Boulder
Wed Sept 14, 2022 11:15 AM
PLUS Willamette University, Merrimack College, Seton Hall University, Baylor University, Tufts University, University of Massachusetts-Lowell, University of Arizona and New York University
OTHER COLLEGE EVENTS
Find the College for You at NACAC Virtual College Fairs
Oct 9th
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 will be on Sundays. Go to virtualcollegefairs.org to see the list of participating colleges and to REGISTER. Then log in on any fair date to attend Zoom sessions, text your questions, and demonstrate interest... all without leaving home.CSU College Nights
Wed Sept 21
Meet with all 23 California State University campuses in one location and learn what steps you need to take next to get ready for college. Learn key information regarding applications, financial aid and more. For more information and to register click here.
College Guidance Network “Straight Talk with Admission Leaders”
Thursday, 9/15/22, 7:30pm ET / 4:30pm PT
As students and families grapple with the complexities of the college search, this program will aim to help you lower the stress and raise the excitement for the self-discovery that lies ahead. In this open-format Q&A, the focus will be on you and your questions, on any aspect of the post-secondary journey. Register here
University of Chicago Virtual Events
Wednesday, 9/14 from 7 – 8 p.m. CDT: UChicago Student Panel UChicago students will talk about campus and student life and attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain a greater understanding of the student perspective.
Majors, Minors, and More: The Academic Experience at Liberal Arts Colleges
Tues, September 20 7:00 p.m. EDT
What are classes like? How do students explore academic interests? Faculty and current students will talk about the academic experience at a liberal arts college—from choosing a major to relationship building and research opportunities. Hosted by Amherst, Bowdoin, Carleton, Pomona, Swarthmore, and Williams. REGISTER HERE
Emory, Rice, University of Michigan, and University of Washington
Sept 13th and 28th
Attend a virtual information session for prospective students and their families and learn about these Engaging Distinctive Universities all in one meeting.
Lawrence University: (Colleges That Change Lives) Speak to an Admission Counselor
Chat with an admissions counselor in person or virtually
Eligibility v. Selectivity
In college admissions, eligibility means you meet the minimum requirements to be admitted. In the Bay Area, two local universities (San Francisco State and Cal State East Bay) are in our local area and as long as you meet minimum eligibility, you are guaranteed admission to those two schools.
Selectivity means the: % of admits/applications
Lower %, harder to be admitted
Highly Selective 4-20%
Selective 20-30%
If planning on going to an selective school must go beyond the minimum eligibility.
What’s the real cost of college? How to save, plan, and pay by Sallie Mae
Wednesday, September 14 at 7pm ET | 6pm CT | 5pm MT | 4pm PT
Virtual event will cover: Saving for college, How to select a college and how much it will cost, FAFSA - what, why and how, Understanding a financial aid offer, How to find and apply for scholarships and grants – FREE $$$, Education loan options, Free tools and resources to make the process easier.
Healthy Cities New Tutor Orientation on Zoom
September 21 or October 5, 7-7:30 PM.
Are you a new volunteer tutor? Interested in becoming a tutor but want to learn more first? Join other new tutors and learn more about HCT and our program, meet our staff and have all your questions answered!
Star Vista Teen Volunteer
Volunteering with StarVista is an excellent opportunity to learn more about yourself and receive valuable training while making an important contribution to your Community
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.
Project Read - Redwood City Library Volunteer Opportunity
TRAINING: Sept 13th and Nov 8th
Project Read has some upcoming training for teens who would like to volunteer on September 13 and November 8.
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)
FREE ONLINE art classes at Foothill College
Interested in Studying Space Science? Scholarship for Juniors and Seniors Facing Financial Hardship and/or Challenging Cultural Circumstances
Application Due: Sept 15th
Applications are open for the The American Society for Gravitational and Space Research (ASGSR) Inspiration Scholarship. The scholarship hopes to inspire students to explore space biology.
Application LinkGirls That Code - Online Activities
They “release activities bi-weekly— some online, some offline, of varying levels of difficulty. Each activity features a woman in tech who pioneered innovative technology.” Click here for more information
Volunteer Opportunity with Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is in need of volunteers, 16 years old and older, to help at our construction site in Daly City. If you are curious about Habitat and how you can get involved, we are holding informational sessions to provide a glimpse of our work. In these sessions, you can also expect to hear about the Covid-19 protocols currently in place to ensure the safety of volunteers.
Click Here for more information on how to volunteer
CONTESTS
Hackathon - No Coding Experience Required
Sept 24-25
Los Altos Hacks VI is a 24-hour in-person high school hackathon taking place on September 24-25th, 2022. No coding experience is required; there's a place for everyone at our hackathon! Los Altos Hacks will be 100% free, including prizes, swag, mentorship, and much more! For more information and to sign up.
LaserMaxx Crew Member Part-Time Job
Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods Customer Service Part-Time Job
Stanford University Residential & Dining Enterprises Food Service Positions
They have open interviews each week on Fridays and Saturday - A flier is available in the College and Career Center or go to their website for more information.
Menlo Country Club is Looking for Servers and Bussers
BENEFITS Competitive Wages Complimentary Meals While on Duty Flexible Scheduling Hospitality Training Fun, Family-Oriented Work Environment Golf Privileges (in accordance with the club’s policies) Holiday Bonus Potential
HOW TO APPLY Please submit your current resume and a cover letter explaining your interest to James Shafer, Clubhouse Manager, at JShafer@menlocc.com
Studio Host for San Carlos Yoga Studio
Must Be 16yrs old
Yoga Health Center in downtown San Carlos at 677 Laurel Street ia a community-based culture and are seeking a studio host that is a customer service pro with great energy to help our studio soar and provide students with a phenomenal experience.
Part time, minimum of 8-hours / wk
Salary: From $17.00 per hour
If interested, can apply by calling or texting 650-209-0703 or sending an email to mila@yogahealthcenter.com
(Flier with more information in College and Career Center)
Hummingbird Music School is looking for talented high school musicians to join our team of Music Teachers!
Part-time work is available teaching private lessons (in all instruments) in-person or online and teaching group Piano Classes or group Ukulele Classes at local San Carlos Redwood City and Menlo Park elementary schools. Pay is $45/hour for private lessons and $60/hour for group classes. Please apply online at http://hummingbirdmusicschool.com/about
(Flier with more information in College and Career Center)
How To Videos for students now on our website!
Past Newsletters
August 28-Sept 3 2022 CAREER: Careers for Art Majors, COLLEGE TIP: Do's and Don'ts for High School Juniors