Week of September 15, 2008

Follow-up on Back to School Night
Last week's Back to School Night was very well attended. Nearly 300 of our 500+ families turned out to hear more about our school programs and offerings. It was nice to see the entire family come out. It certainly places a high value on education when all family members attend, ask questions, meet the staff, and learn additional ways to get involved.

At next year's Back to School Night, we will be making adjustments to the evening in an effort of continually striving to improve on the year before. I hope you enjoyed this year's event and I look forward to next year Back to School Night.

Clubs
There are many clubs for Sequoia students to join. Most clubs meet weekly and are a great way for students to get involved and make friends. One group that will be meeting this week is our Astronomy Club. This curious bunch of stargazers will meet after school on Thursday from 3-3:45pm. A special Star party will held at Circle J Ranch up above Springville later this month. Contact Sequoia Science/NASA teacher Mrs. Phipps, the club advisor, for further information.

For a complete list of our clubs for students to join, please visit our website.

Sports
I was very proud of athletes who competed last week. The cross-country team took 3rd in the Exeter meet and our volleyball team and football team schooled Bartlett. This week's games and meets are all out of town. Volleyball is at Woodlake on Tuesday and Pioneer on Thursday. Cross Country is away at Woodlake on Wednesday and foot is away on Thursday at Pioneer. While Thursday’s games are at Pioneer, I hope many of you will be able to attend. Go Hawks!