Principal's Corner
What's Happening at Sequoia - September Edition
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Dear Sequoia Parents/Guardians and Community Members
CONNECTED 1: Starts on September 9th, 2022 and will go through September 20th, 2022 from 8:30 am - 11:30 am daily.
Expectations for ALL Students:
In order to successfully pass the CONNECTED course you will need to:
1. be on time - No Exceptions
2. be present daily for the entire eight days of the course. 8:30 am - 11:30 am
3. comply with the District cell phone policy, which will be strictly enforced. School Board Policy 3246P: High school students who choose to bring cell phones and other PEDs to school may only use their cell phones and other PEDs during transition periods, at lunch and before/after the school day. Students are expected to silence their cell phones and other PEDs before entering a classroom.
4. follow all Sequoia Way Behavioral Expectations.
5. complete all homework, activities, and assignments to standard, and submit by their final due date.
6. be an active participant in class activities and discussions.
New to Sequoia Enrollment: If you were not attending Sequoia last school year, you are REQUIRED to be enrolled at your “home” campus (Jackson High School, Everett High School or Cascade High School) prior to enrollment in CONNECTED. Being that you MUST pass the CONNECTED course in order to be accepted into Sequoia, you will also need to call and account for your absence at your “home” high school daily.
New to Sequoia Attendance Reporting: You MUST do the following: 1. Excuse your absence at your home school each day of CONNECTED 1. September 9th through September 20th, 2022. 8:30 am - 11:30 am 2. Once the CONNECTED course is done at 11:30 am at Sequoia, you are expected to go back to your home school and attend your afternoon classes. 3. Attendance reporting at your home school will need to be done daily for the time you are present at Sequoia.
Supplies Needed: You will get a student computer device on the first day of CONNECTED. Bring something to write with (pen/pencil), and something to write on (composition books, lined paper, etc.) If you need school supplies, please let us know and we will ensure you receive them.
School meals for 2022-23
Community Transit free to youth 18 and under
Attendance procedures
***PLEASE NOTE*** You must follow the attendance reporting procedures of your home school until successful completion of the CONNECTED Course - September 20th, 2022.
World Language Assessments
SBA preliminary scores released
Access your family’s immunization information
Please click link for more information
https://doh.wa.gov/community-and-environment/schools/immunization
Ways to stay in touch and stay connected
Visit our social media directory at www.everettsd.org/socialmediadirectory to follow along with school pages, district pages, teachers, clubs, teachers, student groups, and more. Stay connected with us to learn the latest news! We can't wait to see you there!
Everett Public Schools believes communication with parents and the community is very important. One resources available for families is our “Stay Connected” chart, which will show you the different ways you can regularly keep informed. Visit the communications overview page on the district’s website at www.everettsd.org/communications to download your copy.
Please also make sure your student’s school has your updated contact information so the district can communicate effectively with you.
Have you downloaded our mobile app?
News and information about our schools are as close as your smartphone. Download and log into the district app to access your student’s info quickly and easily. See top stories, Parent University, Canvas, books checked out from the library, and find the staff directory, school websites, calendars and more.
Available for Apple and Android devices and can be downloaded in 3 easy steps:
1. On your smartphone, go to the iTunes App Store® or Google Play®
2. Search Everett Public Schools
3. Then select our app for free download
Once you’ve downloaded the app, log in to “student info” with your LMS password to see student-specific information for each of your children. Read content in one of many languages available in the settings.
Assistance icon on website
The district’s main webpage has an icon, “report/assistance,” with resources and assistance for students and families on:
· Suicide Prevention
· Crisis Support
· Eating Disorder Help
· Substance Abuse Help
· Report Safety Concerns
· Report Harassment
ECEAP preschool accepting applications for 2022-23
Everett Public Schools Early Childhood Education & Assistance Program (ECEAP) is a FREE preschool program for three- and four-year-old children from families with limited income. ECEAP prepares children for kindergarten and provides family support and health and nutrition services. It is funded by the Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families.
The six ECEAP sites within our school district are Cedar Wood, Hawthorne, Jackson, Lowell, Madison, and Silver Lake elementary schools. We have both school-day classroom schedules and half-day (AM and PM) classroom schedules, depending on the school location. Space is limited – apply early! For an application or more information, please visit the district ECEAP website or call 425-385-4628.
Kids in Transition program
Kids in Transition (KIT) program supports students who qualify for two federal programs which provide support for children and youth whose housing is highly mobile: those who meet the more inclusive definition of homeless under the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Act and those who are eligible for Foster Care Education support.
Students who are in foster care placement (where a child welfare agency has placement, care and authority) or those who are without a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence may qualify for this additional support.
The KIT program works to eliminate barriers to students’ academic success and extra-curricular involvement. We ensure eligible students have access to free school meals, school supplies and uniforms. KIT may help students access extended day or summer school classes or coordinate access to additional academic support or tutoring when needed. The KIT Program may also cover, or coordinate waivers for, fees required to take part in activities such as school-sponsored sports, clubs, and required class fees. KIT can also help set up transportation for eligible students to maintain school stability, as long as the commute is feasible and in the best interest of the student. We also partner with the Family Resource Center and other community agencies to connect families and students to resources as needed.
Last year, Everett Public Schools served over 1,350 students through our KIT support at some time during the school year. For more information, visit www.everettsd.org/KIT to learn who your school’s KIT support staff is; or contact the KIT Office at 425-385-4032.
Student opportunities and activities eflyers
Backpacks for students in need
Do you know a family who might be in need this year? Stuff the Bus for Kids ensures each child in Everett Public Schools starts the school year prepared to learn. In August, the EPS Foundation delivered over 3,400 backpacks, filled with school supplies, and are making them available to any Everett Public School student who may need extra assistance.
Students in need of a backpack, please reach out to your school to receive your supplies. Backpacks are available for pick up at each school.
Safety tip line
Do you or your student have a concern about someone experiencing bullying or harassment? Report it! You can talk directly with your school’s office or you can call, text or email your concern.
If there is reason for concern about safety on a designated walkway to school, call 9-1-1 immediately for authorized, quick help. We have strong partnerships with local law enforcement who share our interest in safe schools and neighborhoods. Student safety is a priority for all of us. Working together, we can help make our neighborhoods and schools nurturing places for students to safely learn and grow.
Access to public records
The district's records may be requested by the public, and many records are fully or partially available for public viewing. As our business is most often about students, families, and staff, some of the information contained in certain records may be protected under federal and state privacy laws.
For additional information related to district public records policy and procedures, including how to make a public records request, please visit our district public records webpage at https://www.everettsd.org/publicrecords.