Sequoyah School Stewardship Report of Giving
Thank You!
We are grateful to our donors and volunteers who contribute their time, talent, and treasure in support of Sequoyah’s mission to challenge the mind, nurture the heart, and celebrate human dignity.
From the Head of School
Dear Sequoyah community,
Together we—parents and guardians, alums, students, faculty, staff, and more—believe in a progressive and human-centered education that challenges the mind, nurtures the heart, and celebrates human dignity. We share moments of wonder, dig deep into learning with students, and support one another.
This year’s Annual Report reflects the ways our past has shaped our present and lays the foundation for our future. In a time of widespread uncertainty, Sequoyah has remained steadfast, benefiting from prudent financial management and the strength of a closely-knit community rooted in shared values and generosity. Guided by our mission, the school is moving forward with resilience: building assets, continuing to support extraordinary faculty, and preparing students to engage meaningfully with the world beyond our doors.
At Sequoyah, we understand that academic excellence is interdependent with a diverse and dynamic learning community. Our students thrive because they learn in a culture of collaboration and inquiry, supported by dedicated and talented educators and a school committed to diversity and equity. We continue our efforts to promote inclusivity and provide indexed tuition for families, while ensuring competitive compensation for our faculty.
On this website, you’ll read about the impact of giving: how it strengthens our programs, sustains our Faculty Compensation Endowment, and supports the vibrant intellectual and creative life of our students. Your generosity sustains the vision of an education rooted in deep thinking, community, and place.
As Head, I am honored to be part of this extraordinary school and look forward to the milestones ahead, as we plan for a future as bold and thoughtful as our students.
Rebecca Hong
Head of School
March 2025
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From the Board of Trustees
The 2023-24 school year was one of progress and promise for Sequoyah. We welcomed Rebecca Hong, whose leadership is guided by her passion for progressive education and our school’s mission and values. Community-driven fundraising efforts like Jogathon and the Auction surpassed their goals, and we also moved closer to securing ownership of our beloved K-8 campus. This year has seen continued success, in particular the establishment of the Fund for Access, an endowment supporting Indexed Tuition. Paired with the endowment for competitive faculty compensation, these investments reflect and uphold Sequoyah’s founding commitments.
As we celebrate these successes, we also navigate challenges, including recovery from the Eaton Fire and the ongoing work of building our endowments to further strengthen the school’s financial foundation. Our deep commitment to access and affordability requires careful management of school resources. Essential to this mission are our parents, alums, and other supporters who invest in building and nurturing the educational excellence that flourishes in our genuinely diverse community.
I encourage you to read this Annual Report to learn more about how our school thrives because of your support and generosity. On behalf of all Trustees, thank you for being an essential part of Sequoyah. We look forward to your continued partnership in investing in this remarkable school and its bright future.
Laura Gowen
President, Board of Trustees
March 2025
