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General Administration Announcements

February 26, 2023

Acalanes Student Job Fair – Looking for Local Businesses
Wednesday, Mar 15 from 12:45-1:30pm in the Main Quad
Acalanes is sponsoring a student Job Fair aimed at bringing our local business partners and services onto campus to connect students with employment opportunities. If you and your business would like to participate, there is no fee for the event, however businesses must RSVP and receive approval to attend in advance.

To sign up, please email Associate Principal Andrea Powers at apowers@auhsdschools.org and Nicole Singleterry at nsingleterry@auhsdschools.org
Business and Event Details

12pm: Business check in and table set up
12:45-1:30pm: Student Job Fair
1:30-2pm: Clean up

Career Academies: Would You Like to Share Your Experience?
The Acalanes College and Career Center will host Career Academies from 10:10-11:05am during March and April and we’d like to invite interested parents, alumni, and community members to share their career experiences/pathways with our students.

At Acalanes, we encourage our students to begin investigating the great number of career options available and the many different career pathways that people take to find their chosen career. Here are the Academy dates:

Mar 22: Engineering Career Academy
Mar 29: Computer Science Career Academy
Apr 12: Alumni Academy- Young professionals who recently graduated from Acalanes sharing their pathways/experiences
Apr 14: Business Career Academy
Apr 26: Health Academy
Apr 28: Trade Academy- Roofing, Electrical, Plumbing, Automotive, and more

If you would like to be a presenter or know someone who would be a good fit, please email Debbie Levy, dlevy@auhsdschools.org. Please provide your name, industry, and phone number. We will follow up with all contacts. Thank you for your support in helping our students explore careers.

Our AP students need YOUR help!
We are searching for parents to help with Proctoring AP Exams the first two weeks of May. Exam dates are May 1- May 5 and May 8 – May 12. Exams start everyday at either 8am or 12pm. Students know to show up 30 minutes prior to start time for check in. Proctors for morning exams would be needed starting at 7:15am and afternoon exams starting at 11:15am. Exams can range from 2-4 hours, please plan to stay for the longest amount of time possible. Restrictions: Parents, you are NOT allowed to proctor an exam that your own child is taking.

If you are interested in learning more about proctoring AP exams, please contact the Acalanes Testing Coordinator, Nicole Singleterry at nsingleterry@auhsdschools.org

APC in Action

February 26, 2023

February Dons Dialogue – Listen to the Recording!
Do not miss the recording or slides from our most recent Dons Dialogue on Friday, Feb 24. The great discussion included an overview of;

School Funding with Superintendent Nickerson and LPIE
Department Spotlight covering World Language, English and Journalism
CAASPP Testing – when its happening and why its important
All of the fun activities happening on campus from Leadership Student Tess Gundaker

The next Dons Dialogue will be Friday, Mar 24 at 8:45am.

APC Spring Grant Application – ONE WEEK left to submit!
We invite all AHS teachers, staff, students, and parents to submit a grant application for programming, materials or projects that enhance the educational experience for our school community; all ideas are welcome. Click here for criteria and application . Completed proposals and questions can be submitted to Nicole Sanders or delivered to the APC Box in the front office before the Friday, Mar 3 deadline.

AHS COLOR RUN: SIGN UP NOW
Sunday, Mar 26 at 9am
Don’t miss this fun community event that supports the Acalanes Class of 2024 & 2025! All ages welcome!
Sign up today HERE!

Acalanes Community Always (ACA)

February 26, 2023

Clothing Drive for Underserved Youth
Hey Acalanes Parents! AHS is hosting a clothing drive with Youth Homes, a non-profit that provides services to underserved youth in the Bay Area. The drive will take place from Mar 1 to Mar 15! Please drop new or used clothes in the collection bins by the front office. Thank you for your support!

Acalanes Booster Bash
Don’t miss your chance to attend the hottest party in town AND support athletics at Acalanes!
Saturday, April 15
6-10 pm
Veteran’s Hall, Lafayette
Buy Tickets Here

Parent Education

February 26, 2023

Repairing the World: Stories From the Tree of Life

Date: Thursday, Mar 9
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Del Valle Theater, Walnut Creek

Register Here

There will be a Q&A session after the showing with Film Director Patrice O’Neill.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)

February 26, 2023

In response to our call out for input, we received this Black Excellence highlight from a fellow parent and proud Cal alum:
“The LA Times puts a spotlight on O ’Neil Ray Collins, a UC Berkeley professor who resided in Orinda and his kids went to Miramonte, in their article about 5 Black innovators who made significant contributions to the fields of horticulture and botany. Read the article here.”

Upcoming Events
Being Heumann: Acclaimed Memoir of a Disability Rights Advocate
Tuesday, Feb 28 from 6-7:30pm, Orinda Books
Join Facing History to discuss Judith Heumann’s life, her landmark civil rights activism, and how we can all be upstanders and advocates in our communities today. An RSVP is encouraged if you’d like to attend.

Get to Know Acalanes DEI
Informal meet-up to get to know one another. We will also be available to answer questions and talk about the past, present and future of our work. Sweet treats, savory sips and wonderful people provided. Email us so we can send you the exact date and location. We are targeting early March for this gathering.

Stay in Touch: Click here to join the DEI mailing list or share feedback.

Student Activities

February 26, 2023

It’s SPIRIT WEEK at Acalanes this week! Encourage your student to participate in dress-up days, attend staff/student basketball in the gym and get ready for our March Madness rally on Friday.
Monday: ACA Fan Day (wear Acalanes gear)
Tuesday: Athletes and Mathletes
Wednesday: BBQ vs. Soccer Parent
Thursday: Business Attire
Friday: Jersey Day

3 v 3 Staff/Student Basketball begins on Monday at lunch and we have 14 teams ready to compete for the golden trophy. Mr. Morford won it last year – who will take it this year?

Wednesday during academy in the library is a dialogue & discussion on the pressure of being a female in sports. This is being led by the Female Athlete Board, club leaders and leadership.

ASB & Class Officer Elections
Please encourage your student to vote for next year’s ASB officers and class officers. We are incredibly proud of every student choosing to run for office.

Is your student looking for community service hours? If so, they should consider attending Brown Bag Lunch Day on Sunday, Mar 5!
This is a community service event that distributes lunches to the homeless in San Francisco. Click the link to sign up/learn more: Brown Bag Lunch Google Form

Powderpuff
Students can play by themselves or with a friend! Sign up here by Tuesday, Feb 28.
Any senior guys interested in being a coach for our annual PowderPuff Girls Flag Football tournament can sign up here by Tuesday, Feb 28.

Acalanes Job Fair
On Wednesday, Mar 15 at lunch we are hosting our first ever Job Fair. As of today, we have 15 confirmed businesses attending with more confirming everyday. Every business present is hiring students! Start talking about it now and encourage your student to check it out!

2022-2023 Clubs
It is not too late to join a club! Encourage your student to check 1 or 2 out. You can view all clubs here.

Gratitude Grams
Want to show appreciation to friends, family and staff? Buy a gratitude gram on the webstore filled with fun toys and snacks. Embrace the attitude of gratitude!

Looking to stay informed? Follow us on instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.

Katherine Walton, Leadership Teacher

College & Career

February 26, 2023

SENIORS

Acalanes College and Career Center Scholarship links. Diablo Valley Assistance League, is available- large scholarships for students with financial limitations. The Matt Lynn scholarship will be awarded to college-bound seniors from Acalanes High School who have participated in a high school varsity sport(s) and who intend to continue playing a varsity or club sport in college.

FAFSA: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is available. The state is asking all seniors to fill out the FAFSA or to opt-out.

JUNIORS

Interested in Business? Economics for Leaders (EFL ) Program is a selective summer program that teaches student leaders how to integrate economics into the process of decision-making in an interactive learning environment.

Looking for volunteer hours this spring? Girls on the Run of the Bay Area is recruiting junior coaches for our spring season in Lamorinda!

Hospice Volunteer Work: Anchor Health is looking for volunteers with parents to work with Hospice patients. Please come by the CCC for more information.

A Healthier Approach to College Admissions: Event sponsored by Challenge Success on Thursday, Mar 9 from 4-5:15pm.

1:1 appointments: If you’d like your child to start exploring career interests and begin looking at Naviance, please have them schedule an appointment here.

SOPHOMORES/FROSH

Interested in Business? Economics for Leaders (EFL ) Program is a selective summer program that teaches student leaders how to integrate economics into the process of decision-making in an interactive learning environment.

Volunteer Ideas: Have your student come by the CCC so I can learn about their interests. Check out this website for ideas too! It’s best to set a search filter for teens.

Please visit our College & Career Counseling website any time for additional information and support.

Counseling

February 26, 2023

Counselor assignments are by last name:
A-Em Anne Schonauer
En-Kr Christine Todd / Christina Castillo –Gallardo during Spring 2023
Ku-Rog Marissa Meadows
Roh-Z Susan Martin

Late Sign Up for AP Exams: Late registration options are still available, but will incur a late fee. Deadline to order is this Wednesday, Mar 1. Please see here for more details.

The CSF application period is open! CSF (California Scholarship Federation) is an honor society and current 10th, 11th and 12th graders are encouraged to apply. A complete CSF application has 2 parts: an application form and a payment via the webstore. The deadline is Tuesday, Feb 28! Students who are members for at least 4 semesters, including during senior year, will get a special stole to wear at graduation. Read the FAQ on the application form and talk to Ms. Schonauer for any clarification.

Course Selection Changes: Please have your students bring in their completed course selection forms if they haven’t already. If your student wants to make any changes to their class requests for next year, please have them see their counselor to discuss.

School Nurse

February 26, 2023

More on Nutrition – REALLY?
I just finished another Pediatric Nutrition course and learned even more about what our kids need now and long-term. One of the pearls highlighted (as always) was the importance of regular “Family Dinner” (which can really be any meal of the day), and how it is one of the strongest indicators of both academic success and health and wellness. The Family Dinner Project is an interesting website to look at.

Why You Need To Take An ATTENTION DIET

Substance use prevention:

Keep your home safe: Lock Your Meds
Have family dinner
Know where your kids are
Spend regular time together

What else would you like to see on my website?

Dvora Citron, RN, MS
dcitron @auhsdschools .org
925-280-2970 x7128
IG: acalanesschoolnurse

Wellness Center

February 26, 2023

The Wellness Center is starting up a couple of new groups. Check in with your AHS student and submit a referral if they are interested in participating.

The Wellness Center is starting up a couple of new groups. Check in with your AHS student and submit a referral if they are interested in participating.

Wellness Wednesdays started last week during academy: Is your student feeling stressed, overwhelmed or just wants to improve their understanding of mental health? They can join us during academy on Wednesdays to connect with others in a safe and supportive space. We will discuss various mental health topics in the hope of destigmatizing mental health challenges and improving our coping skills. Space is limited. Sign up for “Wellness Center” academy on Teachmore.

Expression Through Dance and Movement started Friday, Feb 24 during lunch. This is a program created to focus on increasing student confidence by using body movement to gain insight into behavior patterns and gaining the ability to express themselves through dance. This allows individuals to create new ways of coping with stressors. This program also provides an opportunity to make friends, try new activities and develop new coping skills. Stop by the Wellness Center for more info or to sign up.

Kiara Thomas- Wellness Intake Specialist

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