College & Career Newsletter
Week of September 18-24, 2022
Welcome Students & Families
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)
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
On Wednesdays, join the College & Career Center in the Quad at lunch.
This week, the College and Career will be closed starting 10am Sept 20-24th due to important annual NACAC conference
Important Dates and Deadlines
UPCOMING EVENTS/DUE DATES:
EXTENDED- Freshman College Day Permission Slips DUE- As Soon As Possible!
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 11th - SHS PTSA Reflections Contest Due
Nov 16th - Last day to drop with penalty. No drops after this date
College & Career Center: Where to find us?
This week, the College and Career will be closed starting 10am Sept 20-24th due to important annual NACAC conference
At this time please come in person to make an appointment
Annual Grade Level IB/4 Year College Bound Meetings
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.
10th and 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
10th Grade Level College/IB Meeting Recording Passcode: 83W#D^fj
10- Junta de IB y Universidades para el Grado 10 9/29/2021
Haga clic aquí para una grabación de la presentación PRIMERO Parte. Contraseña: *D4in*jx
The grade-level presentation in English and Spanish and handouts will also be available on the Sequoia College and Career webpage.
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!
Complete the 2022-2023 Meal Application
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)
Baylor University
Mon September 19 8:00 AM
Tufts University
Mon Sept 19 8:30 AM
University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Mon Sept 19 9:30 AM
University of Arizona
Mon Sept 19 10:30 AM
New York University
Mon Sept 19 11:30 AM
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Mon Sept 26 9:30 AM
University of Connecticut
Tue Sept 27 8:30 AM
Colby College
Tue Sept 27 9:30 AM
Pomona College
Wed Sept 28 11:15 AM
University of California-San Diego
Thu Sept 29 10:30 AM
Columbia University in the City of New York
Fri Sept 30 8:00 AM
OTHER COLLEGE EVENTS
Tufts Univ Presentation at M-A, Beyond the Numbers: Breaking Down Highly Selective Admissions
Sept. 19, 2022
Beyond the Numbers: Breaking Down Highly Selective Admissions, an interactive, in-person, workshop designed by the Tufts University Office of Undergraduate Admissions, aims to show you what happens behind the scenes of a highly selective admissions process. REGISTER HERE.
The program will highlight the following:
Academics and campus life at Tufts University
The different components of a college application and how those materials are evaluated by selective admissions offices
Tips on successful essay writing and the impact of Tufts-specific short essays
The role of recommendations and interviews in the process
A case study designed to resemble the admissions process, featuring five real applications from prior Tufts applicants
Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn and Stanford Info Session - Exploring College Options
Sept 19 and Oct 2 & 3th
Information Session with a group of selective colleges.
Monday, Sept 19 at 7:00 PM Register: Exploring College Options Student Program (Virtual)Sunday, October 2 at 6:00 PM Register: Exploring College Options Student Program (Virtual)
Monday, October 3 at 7:00 PM Register: Exploring College Options Student Program (Virtual)
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
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 Night in RWC Hosted by Canada College, PAL and College Advising Prep
Thursday, September 22nd, from 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
University Reps for CSU East Bay, Sac State, Santa Clara University, Univ. of San Francisco, University of Silicon Valley, Univ. of the Pacific, and, of course, yours truly, Cañada College will be there in person (more may be confirming).
Reps that will be in attendance virtually are from UC Irvine, UC Davis and Menlo College.
The location for this event is at Redwood City PAL, 3399 Bay Road. In Redwood City (not too far from Costco).
Emory, Rice, University of Michigan, and University of Washington
Sept 28th
Attend a virtual information session for prospective students and their families and learn about these Engaging Distinctive Universities all in one meeting.
Ask the Same Questions on Each College Visit
ASK THE SAME QUESTIONS TO DIFFERENT PEOPLE
Rick Clark, the director of college admissions at Georgia Tech, encourages students to ask the same questions to different people during a college visit.
Here are a few of his top questions to ask on college tours:
What makes this campus or college different than others? Can people on campus describe what makes the college unique? “If you find some uniformity [in their answers], you have likely found the school’s real identity,” writes Clark. “If you find great variance, you may be excited by the possibility of literally doing anything you want there. But if you find an inability to articulate a unique culture, you have a problem.”
What do you wish you would have known about this college before coming here? Do you hear mostly “pleasant surprises” – like how nice everyone is, or all the great things there are to do on campus? Or do you hear mostly negative things like how expensive it is to live in the area, or how you can’t get into the classes you need?
What has this college provided you to set you up for success and fulfillment in the future? Are you hearing about the incredible professional and personal network, opportunities to participate in groundbreaking research, or skills and knowledge that you want to gain?
What is the most exciting thing happening on campus Is the answer something that excites you—or something you couldn’t care less about?
Reed College - Understanding Financial Aid
Monday, Sept 19th at 4PM
UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL AID – Monday, September 19, at 4 p.m. PDT: Sandy Sundstrom, Director of Financial Aid, will demystify financial aid, explain how it works, and show your students how to apply.Having a Job in High School Has More Benefits Than Just a Paycheck
Excerpts from Article by Christine Sarikas of Prep Scholars
- You earn money
- You’ll learn new skills
- You’ll gain new work experience
- You’ll meet new people
- You'll Learn More About What Kind of Career You Want
- You'll Gain Independence
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!
Interested in Working with Animals in Need? Volunteer Opportunity
Students Only, Using Your seq.org email: Complete Google form HERE if interested.
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.
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.
FREE ONLINE art classes at Foothill College
Classes Start Sept 26th
Take online art classes at Foothill College in Graphic Design, Illustration & digital image, User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Typography. Classes are free to all high school students through the dual enrollment program at Foothill College. Classes start September 26. Go to https://www.foothill.edu/hs/ to find out more.Project Read - Redwood City Library Volunteer Opportunity
TRAINING: Nov 8th
Project Read has some upcoming training for teens who would like to volunteer on 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)
Sequoia High School PTSA: 2022-2023 Reflections VPA Contest Information
Due: Nov 11th
This year’s theme: Show Your Voice
Enter your artwork and reflect about its meaning to you in one of six categories.
Dance Choreography
Film Production
Literature
Music Composition
Photography
Visual Arts
Special Artist Division
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. 11. Click here for the online submission form.
Girls 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
House of Humor Seasonal Help
Applicants must be at least 15 years old. Applications available in store. Turn in applications to the Hiring Manager. Questions, call 650-368-5524
Flier Available in College and Career Center
Goetz Bros. Sporting Goods Customer Service Part-Time Job
Stanford University Residential & Dining Enterprises Food Service Positions
A lot of Sequoia Students work here!
LaserMaxx Crew Member Part-Time Job
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
Sept 11-17, 2022 COLLEGE TIP: Eligibility v Selectivity, FINANCIAL AID: What are the real costs of college?
August 28-Sept 3 2022 CAREER: Careers for Art Majors, COLLEGE TIP: Do's and Don'ts for High School Juniors