Welcome Back to School
Principal's Message to Families & Significant Adults 2023-24
Theme for the Year - Choices
Dear Parents, Guardians & Significant Adults,
As we embark on the journey of the 2023-24 school year, we are thrilled to kickstart it with our captivating theme: "Choices." At Sequoia, Port Gardner, and Online High School, our unique programs offer students and families the freedom to choose the educational path that best suits their needs. Embracing this theme, we celebrate the power of choice and the incredible potential it holds.
Our mission remains steadfast—to support your child in navigating their way towards both academic success and emotional well-being. We understand that every student is different, with their own aspirations and dreams. That's why we are dedicated to providing personalized guidance to help them reach their full potential.
As we welcome our students back into the school building, we extend an enthusiastic invitation to all the adults in their lives to actively participate in their educational journey. Your involvement plays a crucial role in fostering a nurturing and empowering environment for our students.
Please remember that we are here for you and your child every step of the way. If you ever need assistance or have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out. Together, let's make this school year a remarkable and fulfilling one!
With warm regards,
Principal Belinda Mountjoy
New to PGS?
We will have a tour starting at 5:00 pm for any family new to PGS and this will coincide with our Ice Cream Social. We will meet in the Cafeteria so please join us.
Meet Our Staff
Sequoia High School Information
Calendar 2023-2024
Connected 1 Letter - Please read the letter as it has important information
SHS - The 1st Few Weeks of School
Sequoia's Bell Schedule
Port Gardner Family Partnership Information
Important Dates for New Families!
- *September 6, 10 to 11 am: Attend Opening Day via Zoom
- *September 7: Attend a 1 hour, in-person Grade-Level Student Learning Plan mtg, pick up curriculum, device and sign paperwork
Kindergarten: 12:15 – 1:15
Grade 1-2: 12:15 – 1:15
Grade 3-5: 1:30 – 2:30
Grade 6-8: 1:30 – 2:30
- *September 11-15: Attend a 45 minute, in-person one-on-one Student Learning Plan Appt
- September 14: School Picture Day
- *Kindergarten students & parents attend Launching into Kindergarten from 9:15 to 10:15
- High School level classes start Thursday, September 14
- *September 18: Elementary & middle school classes start
- September 18: New parent Welcome to Port Gardner classes start
- Mondays 12:15 - 1:15: Welcome to Port Gardner classes.(Some Zoom and some in-person): Sept. 18, 25. Oct. 2, 9,16, 23, 30
* MANDATORY MEETINGS
Important Dates for Returning Families!
- *September 6, 10 to 10:30 am: Attend Opening Day via Zoom. Come in-person to campus to pick up curriculum, device and sign paperwork.
- Noon to 12:45 pm - Student last name starts with A - H
- 12:45 to 1:30 pm - Student last name starts with I - P
- 1:30 - 2:15 pm - Student last name starts with R - Z
- *September 11-15: Attend your Student Learning Plan Appt
- September 14: School Picture Day
- *Kindergarten students & parents attend Launching into Kindergarten from 9:15 to 10:15
- High School level classes start Thursday, September 14
- September 18: Elementary & middle school classes start
* MANDATORY MEETINGS
PGS Contact Information
Belinda Mountjoy, Principal: bmountjoy@everettsd.org 425-385-5190
Autumn Slater, School Counselor: aslater@everettsd.org 425-385-
Megan Slaker, Secretary: mslaker@everettsd.org 425-385-5150
Kristin Goodman, Paraeducator: kgoodman@everettsd.org 425-385-5180
Allison Hinds, Primary Teacher: ahinds@everettsd.org 425-385-5183
Celeste Johnson, Primary Teacher: cjohnson@everettsd.org 425-385-5183
Jocelyn Sievers-Bailey, Intermediate Teacher: Jsievers-bailey@everettsd.org 425-385-5186
Laura Wight, High School Teacher: lwight@everettsd.org 425-385-5141
Mark Ryder, High School Teacher: mryder@everettsd.org 425-385-5142
Sherm Iversen, Online Instructor: siversen@everettsd.org 425-385-5144
Updates from the District
Informational Resources
Please go to the Everett Public Schools Website for more information: https://www.everettsd.org/domain/4334
Learning Resources
Please go to the Everett Public Schools Website for more information: https://www.everettsd.org/domain/4334
SHS 23-24 Student Handbook can be found on our website.
Parent University
Parent University aims to provide parents and guardians with resources and videos to support the needs of families and empower them to become leaders and advocates for their child’s learning.
Content includes a selection of pre-recorded videos and how-to documents that can be viewed at any time.
Please go to the Everett Public Schools Website for more information: https://www.everettsd.org/Page/37540
Grades & More
Belinda Mountjoy Principal
Email: bmonroe@everettsd.org
Website: www.everettsd/Sequoiahs
Location: 3516 Rucker Ave Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 385-5100
Twitter: @Sequoia_HS