Support Organizations

Campus Culture Committee

March is a month rich with celebration, reflection, and community connection. Please join us as we honor and recognize the many religious observances, cultural celebrations, and awareness months taking place.

Awareness & Heritage Months

• Women’s History Month
• Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
• Gender Equality Month

Religious & Cultural Observances

• Feb 17 – Mar 19: Ramadan
• Feb 23 – Apr 11: Great Lent
• March 4: Holi
• March 20: Nowruz (Persian New Year)
• March 31: Transgender Day of Visibility

We look forward to celebrating the diversity within our community. Throughout the month, we will spotlight inspiring women and uplift individuals with developmental disabilities. If there is a person, story, or organization you would like us to highlight, please let us know here.

 
Games for Good – Community Game Night & Fundraiser
Sunday, Mar 22 | 4:00–6:00pm
 Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church
Join us for an evening of global-inspired games, friendly competition, and connection to support Together We Stand.
Enjoy:

• Easy-to-learn games for all ages
• Snacks and beverages
• Small prizes
• A chance to make a meaningful local impact

Your suggested donation ($45 adults / $25 youth) and optional pantry-item contributions will directly support Together We Stand’s work providing food and essential services to immigrant and vulnerable families facing food insecurity in our community.

Teen Volunteer Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/jZan32gpZoPhDNEc9

 
Wellness Center Update

If you’re ever concerned about your student or their peers, please don’t hesitate to submit a Wellness Referral. Our team follows up with each referred student within one week, and all services are completely voluntary.

 
Join Us Monthly! (In-Person & Virtual Meetings)
Meeting Schedule | 6:00–7:30pm

• Mar 16 – Virtual
• Apr 20 – In-Person (Final Meeting)
• May – No Meeting

We welcome all families to join us as we continue building a supportive, inclusive, and connected Acalanes community.

 

📬 Stay Connected
If you’d like to get involved or learn more, please reach out:
📧 diversityandinclusion@acalanesparentsclub.com

Student Activities

THIS WEEK:

• Monday AM: Monday Morning Welcome at Lafayette Elementary School
• Tuesday & Wednesday: Prom Invites handed out in English classes
• Wednesday:
  • Academy: Job/Career/Volunteer Fair
  • Lunch: Thrift Store Pop-Up with Student Vendors
• Thursday:
  • Lunch: New Crew Leader Informational Meeting
  • 7:00pm: Dramadons Short Plays
• Friday:
  • Academy: Blanket Making Drive in room 314
  • Lunch: ACA Buddies & Senior Shirley Temples

On Wednesday, Mar 11, during Academy, Acalanes is hosting a Career and Volunteer fair for all students to attend. People working in many different fields will be present, along with representatives from notable volunteer organizations in our community. Check out this flyer for more information!
 
Attendance will be staggered so that Juniors come to the gym at 10:15am, Sophomores at 10:25am, Seniors at 10:40am, and Frosh at 10:50am. See you there, Dons!
 
Special Olympics is coming up on Apr 17, and we need YOUR help! Sign up to be a student volunteer by filling out a teacher-signed permission form (also in room 314) and returning it to the back counter of 314, and then sign up for a shift! Sign-ups are due by Mar 23!
 
SAVE THE DATE: Homecoming 2026, Sept 20-26
 
If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

Performing & Visual Arts

Power Plays: The 2026 DramaDons’ Short Plays Festival!
Join us for an exciting evening of original theatre featuring eight short plays written and directed by DramaDons students. Each performance showcases student creativity, collaboration, and bold storytelling around this year’s theme of power.
Thursday, Mar 12 and Friday, Mar 13 at 7:00pm in the AHS Little Theatre.
All eight plays will be performed each night, and admission is free.