It has been a wonderful 2025–2026 school year with the Campus Culture Committee! There are no additional meetings scheduled for the remainder of this school year.
At our final meeting, we discussed plans for the 2026–2027 school year, including:
- Quarterly Meetings (August, November, February, May)
- Department updates
- Board reports
- Volunteer sign-ups
- May Meeting: Special team-building activity
- Monthly Engagement Between Meetings: Opportunities to volunteer at school events, such as:
- Back-to-School Night
- Hosting lunches for student clubs
- Donating supplies for events like Homecoming
🎲 Community Impact: Games for Good
On Mar 22, Acalanes students supported the Games for Good event, raising funds to combat food insecurity in Contra Costa County—because no one should go hungry.
- The event benefited Together We Stand
- Over 200 families currently on their waitlist will receive support thanks to these efforts
- We are proud of our students for their leadership and service!
📅 Upcoming Important Dates
- April – Autism Acceptance Month
- April – Arab American Heritage Month
- April 1–9 – Passover
- April 5 – Easter
- April 14 – Holocaust Remembrance Day
🧩 Autism Acceptance Month (April)
Autism Acceptance Month focuses on fostering understanding, inclusion, and celebration of autistic individuals.
Did you know?
- Approximately 1 in 36 children are diagnosed with autism.
Ways to Participate:
- Wear blue or gold to show support
- Share resources and stories from autistic voices
- Promote awareness and inclusion in your community
🌍 Arab American Heritage Month (April)
This month honors the rich culture, history, and contributions of over 4 million Arab Americans. It celebrates achievements across fields such as science, arts, and public service while promoting inclusivity and cultural appreciation.
✡️ Passover (Apr 1–9)
Passover commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Traditions include:
- Seder meals
- Eating matzah and bitter herbs
- Retelling the story of Exodus
✝️ Easter (Apr 5)
Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is a central holiday in Christianity. It concludes the season of Lent, a time of reflection, fasting, and prayer.
💚 Wellness Center Reminder
If you are ever concerned about your student or one of their peers, please submit a Wellness Referral.
- Our team follows up within one week
- All services are confidential and voluntary
If your student experiences or witnesses bias or hate, please encourage them to report it using the Bias Incident Reporting Tool (BIRT) available on the AHS website.
Submit a BIRT Report Here »
🤝 Stay Connected
We welcome all families to get involved!
📧 diversityandinclusion@acalanesparentsclub.com
We look forward to continuing this important work together in the 2026–2027 school year!
