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:

October 6 - Freshman College Day Permission Due

October 12 - Freshman College Day and Junior PSAT (more info below)

October 17 - Freshman Grade Level IB/4 Year College Meeting

Freshman: Tuesday, October 17th @ 7pm in Carrington

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. Nino-Sears (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:

• Presented in person (English speaking in Carrington Hall)

• Presented separately for Spanish speaking parents/guardians in the MPR

• SLIDES will be Posted on the SHS College and Career website

• Links will be available in the Weekly Newsletter

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

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

PERMISSIONS DUE: Oct 6th

What: All Sequoia freshmen will visit a Bay Area College Campus during the school day.

When: Thursday October 12, 2023

Where: Past schools have included UC Berkeley, San Jose State, University of San Francisco, Sonoma State, San Francisco State, University of the Pacific, or Santa Clara University

Complete the permission slip today!

There will be no regular classes on Oct 12th (no work needs to be made up)

Turn in permission slip to College and Career Center

Students should plan to be in Gym 2 by 8:15am

Sequoia will be administering the DIGITAL PSAT to our juniors on Oct 12th from 830-12:00

This is a new format.

Students must use their Sequoia Issued Chromebook

The Digital PSAT uses the Bluebook app and it has been installed on ALL school issued Chromebooks.

Students will register in their English class on October 4th.

If you do not have a WORKING school issued Chromebook, you will need to get one. COMPLETE THIS FORM NOW

IF students want to register ON THEIR OWN BEFORE October 4th to familiarize themselves earlier with the new digital platform, take practice exams, they need to have a College Board account.

NOTE: A College Board account is not required (On the 4th, teachers will give students a sign-on ticket code)

ALSO: If there is an issue with registering early STUDENTS ONLY:

- complete the form above if it is a tech issue

-come into the College and Career Center at lunch

DO NOT EMAIL AT THIS TIME ABOUT REGISTRATION

How to Register Early, again ONLY on the SCHOOL ISSUED Chromebook

When the page comes up to sign in to your SUHSD Chromebook go to the taskbar

Click on the Apps icon

Click on Bluebook

(No need to login to Chromebook)

REMEMBER this is only if you want to look at Bluebook EARLY

BEFORE Oct 4th in your English Class where you will be given a sign-in ticket

Click on “Test Your Device” - to make sure Bluebook is working

Click on “Sign in with a student College Board Account”

Once you sign in the screen below will pop up and you will be able to explore!

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.

Beloit College

Mon Oct 2 10:30 AM

Occidental College

Wed Oct 4 10:00 AM

Vanderbilt University

Thu Oct 5 8:30 AM

Hampshire College

Thu Oct 5 2:00 PM

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Fri Oct 6 10:30 AM

Haverford College

Tue Oct 10 8:00 AM

DePaul University

Tue Oct 10 9:30 AM

Elon University

Tue Oct 10 10:30 AM

Dickinson College

Fri Oct 13 7:30 AM

Oberlin College

Fri Oct 13 8:00 AM

Oct 15th

You know our names, but find out more at our evening programs. Don't miss your opportunity to hear admissions officers from all five schools discuss the variety of opportunities one can find at our institutions. Learn about scholarships and our generous need-based financial aid offerings.

We are committed to making education at our schools affordable, accessible, and unforgettable. Please RSVP HERE

Oct 4 in San Jose

Oct 5 in Concord

These events will include information on academic, community, and spiritual life at the University of Notre Dame, as well as insights into the admissions and financial aid processes. This is a great opportunity for you, your students and their families to learn more about Notre Dame.

Registration for the ND on the Road events is available here:

October 4, 2023

October 5, 2023

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.

• Crafting Your Portfolio for College Success - Oct 20

• Exploring Your Academic Interests - Nov 17

To register and get more information go to their website

Research universities tend to be larger institutions and focus on research but there are also smaller research universities.

They are both public and private universities.

Some are very selective and some state public universities that require a 3.0 GPA to attend

An advantage of attending a research university is that your professors are experts in uptodate information in their fields.

Another advantage is that there are usually more opportunities for undergraduates to be participate in that research.

Research Happens in all Areas of Study

EXAMPLES of a Student’s Experience at a Mid Size Research University

Students are drawn to these schools because their locations near Washington, DC. There is more than just law and politics, there are opportunities in all areas (media, communications, STEM)

- Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, Maryland)

They do not have a core curriculum so students can take more classes in the areas that interest them. There is a site that lists all opportunities and students contact the professor if interested. You can do as many as like with relative easy.

-American (Just outside of Washington DC)

Students that attend American are go getters who were voted most likely to be President of the US. The majority of students participate in more than one research or internship experiences. They tend to be competitive and students must go through an application process. (Students do not think this is a good skill to have for their future careers) Stanford does this too!

TERMS TO KNOW - From Last Year’s Newsletter

R1 University (Very High Research Activity)

Carnegie Classification system is used to measure research activity at a given school. R1 is the highest level of research activity. They receive both federal and private funding and have at least 20 doctoral programs.

R2 University (High Research Activity)

Have a lower level of funding

Flagship University

Flagship university is an informal term. When colleges say they are the “flagship university” they usually are the first public or “the best”university in their state. These colleges receive the most state funding.

Land Grant Universities

Started in the 1800s. The federal government gave land to institutions as an incentive to start universities that focused on agriculture, science and engineering for all social classes (as opposed to the liberal art colleges),

The South County Teen Leadership Council run through the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Activities League offers high school students a free program that provides mentoring, travel conferences, field trips, leadership and organizes community service projects.

Weekly meetings are from 4-6pm in Redwood City

If you are interested, email, call or text Mason Lok

650 474-1394 mlok@smcgov.org

Pick up a flier in the College and Career Center.

Can Apply All Year

All Grades

Rhizome, a nonprofit organization built by and for students, is offering a community service, leadership, and civic engagement opportunity through their Civic Service Fellowship. Their website includes info on how the Fellowship boosts mental health determinants, leadership skills, and community connectedness while making an impact and receiving service hours. Check it out if you’re interested in civics, service leadership, or learning how to make a genuine impact.

FCE is a college access program based out of EPA, and our goal is to increase the number of Black and brown student who get into, and graduate from college. Most of our students are low-income and first-generation. What distinguishes FCE is our small class sizes, dynamic parent program & engagement, focus on our local community, no minimum GPA requirement, flexible schedule (so it works well for athletics and other extra-curriculars), and the ample access to program managers for personalized support.

Pick up a flier in the College & Career Center.

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

October 10

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)

Must be 16yr+

Help families able to stay close to their sick children

Families with critically ill children are going through some of the hardest moments of their lives. By helping us keep our programs running smoothly, hosting in-kind drives or fundraisers, and spreading the word, you make it possible for families to keep their focus on their children

Year long opportunities to volunteer

For more information, click here for their website

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.

Application Due: Oct 8th

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 Link

Engineering is a broad and exciting field with many different areas of specialization. For students with an interest in STEM, becoming familiar with their engineering options can go a long way. This being the case, it can help someone in your position to have a rough understanding of some of the main types of engineers.

Some popular engineering roles include:

Chemical engineers: These professionals utilize their expertise to help create and manufacture a wide array of products, such as asphalt and gasoline. This is a role perfect for students with an interest in chemistry and manufacturing.

Civil engineers: These engineers are tasked with aiding in the designing and building of infrastructures, such as bridges. If a student has an interest in some STEM subjects and the field of architecture, this could be a perfect role to pursue.

Mechanical engineer: These professionals play a key role in the creation and innovation of products ranging from robotics to car engines. Students with an interest in building and fixing devices have an opportunity to pursue their passion by becoming mechanical engineers.

Beyond these particular roles, engineering students can specialize in roles such as aerospace engineer and production engineer. Given the many different professional avenues in engineering, it’s vital you’re able to explain to students interested in STEM their many varying options they have.

The whole article is available here.

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!

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