College & Career Newsletter

Scroll through for important information regarding College/Career

How to reach us?

For general questions and inquiries please email

Ms Ignaitis: tignaitis@seq.org

and/or

Ms Yeager: tyeager@seq.org

Please do not use the link at the bottom of this Newsletter to contact us

UPCOMING EVENTS/DUE DATES:

Nov 6th: PSAT Scores Available

Apr 3rd: School Day SAT (more information to come)

11th graders

How to Access Your Scores

View your score on BigFuture School. If you provided your mobile number on test day, you'll receive a text message with access to the BigFuture School mobile app.

As always, you may view your scores online if you have a personal College Board account.

Once you've received your scores, learn how you can use your scores for practice, scholarship opportunities, and more in the Resources section below.

Sequoia will be offering the SAT during the school on April 3rd. More information to come about signing up in future newsletters.

JUNIORS If you missed the Grade Level 4YR College & IB Meeting on Sept 12th

SOPHOMORES If you missed the Grade Level 4YR College & IB Meeting on Sept 26th

FRESHMEN If you missed the Grade Level 4YR College & IB Meeting on Oct 17th

The grade-level presentation in English and Spanish ( without the recording) and handouts are available on the Sequoia College and Career webpage.

We want all families to complete this confidential meal application so that qualifying students can receive reduced cost bus passes, internet, prom tickets, grad night tickets, college application fees and IB testing registration. To complete the meal application, click here.

You are not officially registered for a college visit at Sequoia unless you follow the steps below. Putting a school on your “Colleges I’m Applying To” or “Colleges I’m Thinking About” list does not automatically register you for an upcoming college visit. Also, a college may email you saying they are looking forward to seeing you at Sequoia when they visit but that is not an official registration.

High Point University

Mon October 30

8:30 AM

Cal Poly

Mon October 30

9:00 AM

Grinnell College

Wed November 1

8:30 AM

University of Utah

Thu November 2

2:00 PM

Gonzaga University

Mon November 6

8:30 AM

Nov 16th

Cañada will be hosting a virtual Concurrent Enrollment workshop for SUHSD students on Thursday, Nov. 16th. Plan to attend this workshop if you are interested in signing up for a college class in the Spring.

Nov 17th

Drexel is offering a monthly series of online events designed to help guide students, families, and counselors through important steps of the college application process. Starting August 31st.

• Exploring Your Academic Interests - Nov 17

To register and get more information go to their website

If you want to pursue a future in the visual and performing arts, you have different options when you go to college.

OPTION 1: Bachelor of Arts (BA): In a college with strong arts programs will give you training in your art as well as a broad liberal arts education. Students pursuing a BA arts major typically take about 40 to 50 percent of their course work in the arts, leaving 50 to 60 percent for other courses.

OPTION 2: Bachelor of Fine Arts and the Bachelor of Music: Initial professional degrees specifically designed to train students to be professional artists. The percentage of coursework in the arts increases to about 70 to 75 percent in a BFA or BM program.

Planning Ahead: Some schools require a portfolio or audition to participate in an arts program.

• Loyola Marymount University requires applicants to Animation, Production (Film and Television), Theatre Arts, Dance, Music, and Studio Arts to submit a portfolio or audition.

• Savannah College of Art and Design doesn’t require a portfolio but do suggest completing one to be in the running for scholarships.

Due: October 31st

Ages: 16 or older

If interested, email Mary Martinez at mmartinez@redwoodcity.org

Nov 4th

NeuroNetwork Career Symposium (NNcs) - Navigating towards careers in brain research

In-person event on November 4th, 9am-130pm at the Google campus in Sunnyvale.

Students will have 2 hours of seminars where they will learn the differences between brain-related academic departments and careers, what the day-to-day life is like within brain-related types of research (e.g. clinical vs basic), hear about on-going research that recent college-graduates are working on, and have the chance to meet in small groups with professionals (a clinical research neurologist, industry-based clinical psychologist, clinical research neuropsychologist, neuroscientists, engineer, and UX designer).

For more information or student registration, please follow this link:

Ms Ignaitis is looking for a student (you could have a friend too) to run the clock for the boys basketball home games (usually once or twice a week after-school). Student needs to be responsible, accurate, work well under pressure. Last two students did this all four years and did not know anything about basketball. If interested, email Ms Ignaitis as soon as possible.

Nov 5th

Looking for volunteers for the upcoming Día de los Muertos event at the San Mateo County History Museum (2200 Broadway, Redwood City) on Sunday, November 5. Traditionally, this is our biggest event of the year with over 3,000 people anticipated in a 4-hour time span. Volunteers are needed to assist younger kids with craft activities. This year the craft activities include making a calavera or skull, crafting paper flowers and designing barriletes or kites. Volunteers are needed from 3:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. If necessary, we can split this into two shifts, but the second shift will have to allow extra time to find parking and get into the building.

Any interested students can contact me at education@historysmc.org by Thursday, November 2 at 5 p.m..

Project Read has some upcoming training for teens who would like to volunteer on

November 7

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)

Updated scholarship list for OCTOBER deadlines is available on the College and Career page on the school website for all grades. Copies are available in the bin outside of College and Career Center as well.

Due: Oct 31st

Grades: 9-12th

Audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Although U.S. citizenship is not required, students must be lawful U.S. permanent residents or have applied for permanent residence. Topic 2023 “What Are the Greatest Attributes of Our Democracy? Go here for more information.

Due Nov 1

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives host a district-wide Congressional App Challenges for middle school and high school students encouraging them to learn to code and inspiring them to pursue careers in computer science. For more information; Congressional App Challenge

Students can register as individuals or as teams of up to four.

Due: Nov 12th

This year’s theme: I am hopeful because…

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

7. 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.

DUE: Nov 15th

Eligible Age: 14 Yrs or older

1) In 10 words or less, tell us why you deserve the $1,000 scholarship. Please write your answer below.

2) Before or After writing your Answer you will also need to "Like" our Facebook page at facebook.com/myscholarships. Note we will only read the answers provided by people that have "Liked" our page.

To Apply CLICK HERE

DUE: Nov 15

Eligibility Grades: 10-12th Grade

Focus of the work is Photojournalism. Foundation will select 4 high school students for video work and 1 for still photography. For more information and details go to their website

Must be a US Citizen.

Grades: 10-12th

MONTHLY

Earn entries in monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships by completing steps to plan for college. The sooner you start and the more steps you complete, the more chances you’ll have to win. Go here to learn more.

Full Article from Forbes

What Is Law Enforcement? Law enforcement encompasses agencies, officers and other individuals who enforce laws and regulations, ensure public safety and maintain order through the criminal justice system. The criminal justice system includes three subsystems: police, courts and corrections. Police work on the frontlines to enforce the law and promote community safety. Courts ensure anyone charged with a crime receives a fair trial and verdict. Corrections systems incarcerated individuals or place them on parole and rehabilitate those who have committed crimes.

Why Should You Get a Degree? Most law enforcement agencies mandate a high school diploma or GED certificate as the minimum requirement for hiring, per the minimum requirements set by their respective states. However, other agencies may require education above their state’s minimum requirement for certain positions. While not all law enforcement jobs require a college degree, there are advantages to earning a degree for your law enforcement career.

Better Pay. Nearly one-third of law enforcement agencies in the U.S. pay higher salaries to police officers with bachelor’s degrees.

Career Advancement Options: Earning a degree may qualify you for career advancement. A degree is common for individuals in CEO positions in law enforcement, such as chiefs and sheriffs. For example, about 32% of law enforcement CEOs have master’s degrees, around 28% have bachelor’s degrees and about 17% have high school educations, NPI reports.

Other Advantages: 61% of respondents perceive that college-educated officers are better report writers, and about 46% perceive that they are more adept at using technology. The majority of respondents believe that these perceptions provide genuine benefits.

There are many career pathways in law enforcement please click on the link above and read the full article.

Article Includes: Majors for Law Enforcement Professionals, Careers in Law Enforcement to Consider, Average Salaries, Job Opportunities based on Education Goals - From High School Diploma to a Masters Degree.

Merit-based Financial Aid

Money offered to students who show exceptional accomplishment, leadership, commitment to service, and intellectual ability. Notre Dame offers a limited number of merit scholarships to first-time incoming students.

Need-based Financial Aid

Money offered to students whose families need assistance with the full cost of paying for college. Notre Dame offers need-based scholarships, loans, and work to meet your need.

ALWAYS Look to See If a College REQUIRES SAT/ACT to Be Considered for Merit Aid

While some do, most do not since over 80% of schools are test optional

The example below from Texas Tech has merit aid different options for test optional applicants

Ages: 16 and older

City of San Carlos Parks and Recreation Department is looking for part-time recreation leaders to oversee gym rentals and sporting events.

Pick up a flier in the College and Career Center

Flexible hours, Free Meals, Gain Work Experience

$21.00 hour

Apply at In-N-Out.com or

Pick up a flier in the College and Career Center

16 years and older

Will be here on campus Monday August 28th at lunch.

Super Soccer Stars is currently looking for Part-Time assistant and Lead Coaches in the Bay Area for their Fall season (Paid training available starting immediately).Current Openings: https://apply.workable.com/super-soccer-stars/j/52A1133161/

Minimum Age Requirement: 16yrs

Part-time work is available teaching group Piano Classes and Ukulele Classes at local elementary schools, as well as private lessons (in all instruments) in-person or online. Pay is $60/hour for group classes and $45/hour for private lessons. Please apply online at http://hummingbirdmusicschool.com/about

Pick up a flier in the College and Career Center

No Experience required, Entry level

Paid Minimum Wage

Looking for students with good math and reading skills who are available to work Tuesday and Fridays 3-7pm. If interested email at lihueiw@yahoo.com or text at 650-799-4099

Pick up a flier in the College and Career Center

Minimum Age Requirement: 16yrs

Duties: Filing, Telephones, Giving Appointments etc.

Timings: After School and Weekends

Contact: Walk-in Siva Cherukuri DDS 198 Arch St Redwood City (Across the street from Sequoia HS) or email: sivasch@hotmail.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. Join us for the opportunity to make a REAL difference in a child’s life by passing on a love for math!

Our starting salaries are $17.00-$19.00 depending on what level of math the instructors can teach.

If interested, please apply online

Pick up a flier in the College and Career Center

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

Oct 22-28, 2023 COLLEGE TIP: UC Admission Data and Definition of A-G CAREER INFORMATION: Why should you pursue a Career in Law Enforcement?

October 15-21, 2023 College Tip: Liberal Arts Colleges, FINANCIAL AID:Sticker Price vs What You’ll Actually Pay

Oct 8-14, 2023 COLLEGE TIP: Pros and Cons of Out-of-State Colleges FINANCIAL AID: Paying for College is a Family Affair and Here’s How It Works

Oct 1-7, 2023 COLLEGE TIP: What is a Research University? CAREER: Careers in Engineering

Sept 24-30, 2023: Updated Only

Sept 17-23, 2023: COLLEGE TIP: Types of Colleges/Universities, CAREER: Public Service Careers that Will Pay for Your College Degree

Sept 10-16, 2023: COLLEGE TIP: Importance of Getting Involvement FINANCIAL AID: Researching FA During College Visits

Sept 3-9, 2023 COLLEGE TIP: Tips for Updating your Resume CAREER: Careers in the Military

Aug 27-Sept 2, 2023 CSF, How and Why to Sign Up for a College Visit

August 20-26, 2023