Because the teachers there are really wonderful. They give a lot of support to the kids going there and they really go out of their way to help them. The grounds are beautiful and feel as though it is more a college campus than high school. My son loves it there and is very happy to have the teachers
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Posted by a parent on 09/17/09
As a graduate of Sequoia's International Baccalaureate program, I can't say enough good things about the place. Sure, IB required more studious efforts on my part, but I really feel prepared for college-level work. The school has undergone some new renovations(science wing, languages, art dept) and
... Read more looks even more fantastic than before. Truly, it has one of the most beautiful campuses of any high school in the bay area. The student population is diverse, and the teachers and staff really care about their students. My teachers were top notch. I can't say I love them for assigning those essays and presentations, but they did a really good job of preparing us for the world and beyond. Sequoia is the Bay Area's best kept secret. PS: AP can't substitute for the lifelong friendships and values I've discovered from IB. Read less
Posted by a student on 06/14/08
My son graduated from Sequoia. The teachers were the best thing to happen for his academic career. Many thanks to the staff.
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Posted by a parent on 03/29/07
Excellent teachers, great support staff, beautiful campus. Thanks Sequoia for caring about my kids! You truly are 'Unaliyi' - a place of friends.
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Posted by a parent on 12/11/06
The IB program has been a wonderful addition to Sequoia. The work is just as rigorous as students get in nearby private schools, and the teachers in the program are engaging, caring, and creative.
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Posted by a parent on 03/20/06
Sequoia is a great school with new programs. The honors classes are small and have excellent teachers. The IB porgram is wonderful as well. The regular classes are large and students tend not to do as well as those in honors courses. It is an excellent choice for students who want to achieve high
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Posted by a teacher on 01/18/06
My son is a freshman at Sequoia High School in the ICAP/IB program. We chose this school, despite the historical reputation, because we were so impressed by the teachers, the students, the academics, and the many fine elective choices, including music and art. This school is ethnically diverse,
... Read more which I consider a strength. The students are encouraged and taught to have respect for each other and their different cultures. The teachers and staff are dedicated to quality education. The principal is a strong leader and the parent involvement is high. I would encourage parents and students considering this school to shadow, attend the open houses and presentations, and talk to the teachers and students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/16/06
I believe this school is struggling to meet the needs of their second language learners and do not feel confident that they have enough focus on their average academic students
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Posted by a parent on 07/25/05
SHS has made huge changes since the 90's. People still think of it as a lower-quality school, but after going there (2000-2004), I feel that it's better than the other schools in the district. The people are open-minded, activities are fun, and everything is 100% better than it used to be. The landscape
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Posted by a former student on 09/26/04
I have a daughter (Graduated 2001) here who did more work in 7th & 8th grade (in Redwood City Public School) than in all of high school. There was little motivation. However, her last two years new teachers began to replace older, apathetic ones. Principal Marchbanks has done a decent job of reinvigorating
... Read more the school, but it still has a long way to go. If a kid is very self-motivated, they can get a good education here, as the teachers are willing and capable. But promoting academic excellence is still a great challenge as many students don't speak English nor have been exposed to US education. The IB program is an interesting possibility. Read less
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Redwood City schools — Sequoia High School is located at 1201 Brewster Ave, Redwood City CA 94062. 1201 Brewster Ave is in the Centennial neighborhood and 94062 ZIP code in Redwood City, CA The school district for Sequoia High School is the Sequoia Union High School District. Sequoia High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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