Redwood High School Foundation News

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Welcome Students & Families

to the 2023-24 School Year

In partnership with the PTSA and administration team, we were thrilled to kick off the new school year at last Friday's Freshman Orientation with smoothies generously donated by RHSF Community Partner, Jamba!

We are excited to welcome all new and returning students back to campus and are looking forward to co-hosting Friday's Welcome Coffee with the PTSA. Join us at the the outdoor amphitheater on Friday, August 25, at 8:45 a.m. where you will have a chance to meet other parents as well as Principal Barnaby Payne.

To help you navigate the start of school, check out the quick links below to access important Redwood info:

SCHOOL MAP

WEEK 1 SCHEDULE

REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE

SCHOOL CALENDAR

A Message from Our President

Redwood High School consistently ranks at the top of public and private schools, locally and nationally, because of the high quality of education and experiences our students receive. As a vital partner and the primary fundraising source for Redwood, the Redwood High School Foundation (RHSF) works collaboratively to provide critical resources that make our school exceptional and meet the immediate needs of students and faculty.

Ninety percent of our funding comes directly from our parent community through our Annual Family Giving Campaign. Our goal is 100% participation. YOUR donation directly impacts the funding of high quality programs, supplies, equipment and activities our students enjoy and rely on!

Coming soon to your mailbox will be more information on how YOU can support RHS! Meanwhile, please visit our website to learn more, or email me at president@redwoodhsfoundation.org.

Thank you!

Jennifer Sicklick

President, Redwood High School Foundation

Introducing Our Executive Director

We are thrilled to welcome our new Executive Director, Rebecca Caspersen, who officially started in the position over the summer. A current Redwood parent, Rebecca has deep roots in the community, and is committed to supporting equitable educational opportunities for ALL Redwood students.

In addition to her eight years as the Operations Director for SchoolsRule-Marin, Rebecca has served as the SPARK Annual Giving VP, Hall Middle School PTA President, and most recently she was the RHSF Communications Chair and Operations Consultant.

“I am thrilled and honored to serve as the Foundation’s new Executive Director. It is an immense privilege to work with our incredible Foundation Board, RHS staff, students and parents, and I look forward to continuing the important and impactful work of the Foundation.”

Be sure to follow the Foundation on all of the social media platforms that you utilize to stay current on not only Foundation news, but also other important information and events happening at Redwood and the larger community.

@redwood_hs_foundation

@redwoodhighschool

We are looking for volunteers to share their time and talents to support the Foundation by joining our Annual Giving team. If you are interested or would like to support the Foundation in other ways, please email info@redwoodhsfoundation.org.

Thank you to the following Community Partners for their early

and generous support for the 2023/24 school year!

DO YOU OWN A LOCAL BUSINESS? Become a Community Partner today and gain Exposure from nearly 2,000 students + their families & friends while making an important difference for Redwood High School. It’s a win-win for your business and our students! Contact our Community Partners Team today!

SAVE THE DATE: Back to School night is Thursday, September 7th at 6:00pm! Plan to conclude your evening at Left Bank Larkspur and enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne with your meal, plus 20% goes back to the Foundation. Offer good for September 7th only. Tell them the Redwood Foundation sent you before you order to get your champagne and help the Foundation!

2023-2024 FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS

Executive Director

Rebecca Caspersen

EXECUTIVE BOARD

President

Jennifer Sicklick

Treasurer

Cindy Haubold

Annual Giving

Jenny Sims

Stacy Byrne

Secretary

Emily Viola

RHS Grant Allocations

Jessica Edelen

Sara Ryba

Kristy Geithman

Community Partners

Jennifer Harrison

Linda Fassig-Knauer

COMMITTEE CHAIRS

Scholarship Allocations

Winnie Anderluh

Rob Leonard

Events

Alex Jennings

Jami Katz

RHS REPRESENTATIVES

Benchwarmers

Kevin Vasquez

PTSA

Kim Sichel

RHSF Alumni Association

Ross Gondak

Marilee Rogers

Principal

Barnaby Payne

Funding Excellence in Academics, Arts and Athletics

Working in collaboration with Redwood High School, the Foundation raises funds to provide critical resources that make our school exceptional. RHSF helps bridge the gap between state and local funding and what is actually required to provide robust innovative programs, cutting edge tools and equitable educational opportunities for ALL Redwood students.