Counselor assignments are by last name.
A-Em Anne Schonauer
En-Kr Christine Todd
Ku-Rog Marissa Meadows
Roh-Z Susan Martin
Frosh Appointments Now that the big push to get letters of recommendation done for seniors is over, counselors will begin to check-in individually with their frosh students – their first final exams are only THREE school weeks away!
Late Sign Up for AP Exams Late registration options are still available but will incur a late fee. Please see here for more details.
Counseling
School Nurse
One Shot in Each Arm! Protect your student against illness and missing school (and protect your community as well)! Make their appointments to get both the flu shot and their next Covid booster (now giving the new bivalent version effective against variants). Many pediatrician’s offices and most pharmacies have them available.
What I’m Reading: Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence and I’m listening to Hooked on Audible. They have very connected themes.
Recipe: I made THESE MUFFINS recently (I used a can of pureed pumpkin instead of the applesauce and water). Great to have on hand for your kids to grab for breakfast when they’re heading out of the house in the morning.
Fall fruit to try: Persimmons! They are sweet and delicious!
Please see my website for more information on medications, health issues, forms, etc. Does your child have an EPIPEN? Hopefully you have let me know. HERE is some interesting information about Benadryl vs. Epinephrine.
Dvora Citron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org
925-280-2970 x7128
IG: acalanesschoolnurse
Wellness Center
As we approach the Thanksgiving break, the Wellness Center will offer a couple of workshops for students interested in expanding their coping and self-regulation skills. If you think that your student might be interested in participating, they can use this link to sign up (must be accessed from your student’s school email address). We will reach out to all students regarding interest and workshop details no later than Tuesday, Nov 15.
AUHSD Wellness has put together a fantastic Parent Education series covering multiple mental health and wellness topics. The next webinar takes place on Tuesday, Nov 15 from 6-7pm via Zoom. Hosted by Counseling Options & Parent Education (COPE), the presentation focuses on Recognizing Depression, Anxiety, and Stress in Yourself and Your Child. While these education opportunities are free to attend, we do ask that you register here prior to the webinar.
Finally, if you missed any of our previous Parent Education webinars, they have been recorded and placed on this website for easy access. You can find future webinars outlined there as well.
Performing Arts
The musical festivities continue in November with the Fall Jazz Concert! Director Lauren Gibson and her amazing Acalanes Jazz Ensemble will be joined by special guests, the talented Stanley Messengers (Todd Minson, Director). Join us for a night of wonderful music!
Date: Thursday, Nov 17
Time: 7pm
Location: AHS Performing Arts Center
Music Groups: Acalanes Jazz Ensemble and Stanley Messengers
Admission Price: Free ($5 donation suggested for adults)
LPIE
LPIE Read-a-thon: Log ALL Pledges by Nov 17
The LPIE Read-a-thon has been off to a great start. We are so excited to see so many of our students participating in the Read-a-thon and sharing their love of reading while simultaneously supporting LPIE. The Read-a-thon ends on Tuesday, Nov 15 and all pledges need to be logged by Thursday, Nov 17.
Students who read 40 minutes or more per day during the Read-a-thon and log their minutes on Pledgestar by Nov 17 with at least one donation, will be entered into a raffle to win fun prizes! And the top readers in each grade win gift cards!
Questions? Please contact Andrea Hilsabeck or Michele Colaco
www.lpie.org, Follow us on Instagram
Sports
This week’s can’t miss events!
Girls Water Polo
Tuesday, Nov 15 CIF NorCal quarterfinal
Thursday, Nov 17 CIF NorCal semifinal
Saturday, Nov 19 CIF NorCal championship
Football
Friday, Nov 18 or Saturday, Nov 19 NCS Semifinal at 7pm
The fall sport schedules are available on the AHS website. Click here.
If you have any questions, please contact Randy Takahashi at rtakahashi@auhsdschools.org or Haley Walsh at hwalsh@auhsdschools.org.
APC in Action
Staff Appreciation Fall Luncheon – Nov 16
APC is planning to treat our teachers and staff to a fall potluck lunch to show them how much we appreciate all that they do! The fall luncheon will take place on Wednesday, Nov 16. We will provide the entree, but are looking for help with sides and desserts. If you are able to contribute, please sign up here.
We are grateful for your help spoiling our amazing ACA teachers and staff!
Finals Fuel – for Exam Week
Finals are just around the corner…and that means FINALS FUEL is back!
During finals week we provide snacks for the students during the brunch period.
You can help refuel and recharge our Dons in several ways:
- Purchasing snacks and deliver directly to school Dec 5-7 to the College & Career Center.
- Purchasing from our Amazon Wish List and ship directly to Acalanes: College & Career Center.
- Donate money and we’ll shop for you.
- Volunteer: shop with us at Costco and/or hand out snacks on December 14, 15 &16.
Please click on the Sign-up Genius and Amazon Wishlist for more information.
Thank you in advance for your support!
November Dons Dialogue – Friday, Nov 18
Please join us for our November Dons Dialogue on Friday, Nov 18 at 8:45am in the Collaboration Center. This is the best way to stay in the know about what’s happening on campus. Plus, it’s always a fun way to connect with new and old friends…and we have coffee!
Meet and Greet for Transfer Parents
We’ve heard the feedback and requests for an opportunity for transfer parents to meet and connect. We hope you will join us for a casual Meet and Greet on Friday, Nov 18immediately following our November Dons Dialogue.
A handful of experienced Acalanes parents will be on hand to help answer your questions. This will be your opportunity to connect with other transfer families, get answers to questions and hopefully meet some new friends. So please plan to bring your questions and appetite for a little nibble and some coffee!
When: Friday, Nov 18 after Dons Dialogue (approx. 10am)
Where: Collaboration Center in the front quad (next to the Main Office)
RSVP: Here on Evite
Acalanes Community Always (ACA)
THANK YOU to all the Acalanes students, parents and community members for coming out for our Campus Cleanup on Saturday. We had a great turnout with lots of ACALANES SPIRIT!
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)
November is National Native American Heritage Month
U.S. Secretary of the Interior, Deb Haaland, made history when she became the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary. She is a member of the Pueblo of Laguna and a 35th generation New Mexican. To learn more about Secretary Haaland, click here.
Visit this site for information on national events taking place this month honoring the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.
Local DEIB Events This Month:
- Latinx/Indigenous People’s Festival Wednesday, Nov 9, 5:30-7:30pm at Miramonte. This is open to all of AUHSD. Click here for more details.
- Community Conversation #6: See Us, Hear Us – The Renter’s Narrative of Life in Lafayette Wednesday, Nov 16 from 7-8:30pm at the Lafayette Library, Don Tatzin Community Hall. Open to all. Hosted by the Lafayette Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee. For more information, click here.
Possibilities Programs for ACA Alums and HBCU Undergrads
Goldman Sachs Possibilities Programs provide a masterclass in financial concepts and professional development to a diverse pool of undergraduates. Deadline to apply is Sunday, Nov 27. For more information and guidelines, check out their flyers: PossibilitiesSummits and HBCU Possibilities Program.
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