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New Trustee by Area Election
Our District is moving forward with the transition to “by-trustee-area” elections, as required by the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA). We’ve just released three new draft map options (2A, 2B, and 5), bringing the total to seven maps for review.

You’re invited to take a look at the maps and share your feedback! Community input is a big part of this process, and your comments will help shape the final decision. More information can be found at this District webpage.

Oct 15, 2025 – Third Public Hearing on final map options, 7:20pm at the District Office Community Room. At this meeting, the Board will select the final trustee-area map for the Nov 2026 elections.

Can’t make it? You can still email your feedback to trusteeareafeedback@auhsdschools.org or call (925) 942-9649.
 
Thanks for staying engaged and helping shape our District’s future!

New Trustee by Area Election
Our District is moving forward with the transition to “by-trustee-area” elections, as required by the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA). We’ve just released three new draft map options (2A, 2B, and 5), bringing the total to seven maps for review.

You’re invited to take a look at the maps and share your feedback! Community input is a big part of this process, and your comments will help shape the final decision. More information can be found at this District webpage.

Oct 15, 2025 – Third Public Hearing on final map options, 7:20pm at the District Office Community Room. At this meeting, the Board will select the final trustee-area map for the Nov 2026 elections.

Can’t make it? You can still email your feedback to trusteeareafeedback@auhsdschools.org or call (925) 942-9649.
 
Thanks for staying engaged and helping shape our District’s future!

New Trustee By Area Election
Our District is moving forward with the transition to “by-trustee-area” elections, as required by the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA). We’ve just released three new draft map options (2A, 2B, and 5), bringing the total to seven maps for review. You’re invited to take a look at the maps and share your feedback! Community input is a big part of this process, and your comments will help shape the final decision. More information can be found at this District webpage.
 
Upcoming Public Hearings:

• Sept 17, 2025 – Second Public Hearing on draft maps, 7:20pm at the District Office Community Room (1212 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette).
• Oct 15, 2025 – Third Public Hearing on final map options, 7:20pm at the District Office Community Room. At this meeting, the Board will select the final trustee-area map for the Nov 2026 elections.

Can’t make it? You can still email your feedback to trusteeareafeedback@auhsdschools.org or call (925) 942-9649. Thanks for staying engaged and helping shape our District’s future!

Student Email Information
The District is committed to providing a safe and secure online environment for our students. The following protocols are in place to support a safe and secure network:

• Restrictions on External Email to AUHSD Student Accounts – Students do not receive email from outside the District unless the email is from an approved organization. Organizations on the approved list include curriculum providers for AUHSD courses, select educational platforms, and educational organizations such as the College Board, the provider of the PSAT, SAT, and Advanced Placement exams.
• Internal Email Limits – Students may send email to no more than 25 recipients at one time.

The following are examples of when students should use their AUHSD email account and when they should use a private email account:

E-Bike Safety

Student Email Information
The District is committed to providing a safe and secure online environment for our students. The following protocols are in place to support a safe and secure network:

• Restrictions on External Email to AUHSD Student Accounts –Students do not receive email from outside the District unless the email is from an approved organization. Organizations on the approved list include curriculum providers for AUHSD courses, select educational platforms, and educational organizations such as the College Board, the provider of the PSAT, SAT, and Advanced Placement exams.
• Internal Email Limits – Students may send email to no more than 25 recipients at one time.

The following are examples of when students should use their AUHSD email account and when they should use a private email account:


Acalanes School Advisory Council
Acalanes is searching for 4-5 parents to join the Acalanes School Advisory Council. This year, we hope to have representation from all four grade levels, and parents of students from a variety of interests and backgrounds.
The Acalanes High School School Advisory Council meets five times a year to provide a forum for staff, students, and parents to discuss progress and provide feedback on the school site plans like the AHS Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), the school safety plan, and progress on issues of equity and access.
All meetings are held at AHS from 3:30-5pm in the Collaboration Center:

• Oct 15, 2025
• Dec 10, 2025
• Feb 26, 2025
• April 15, 2026
• May 13, 2026

Please fill out this form if you are interested in joining the School Advisory Council.

California e-bike Law

 
See the APC in Action section below for more important dates.

Acalanes School Advisory Council

Acalanes is searching for 4-5 parents to join the Acalanes School Advisory Council. This year, we hope to have representation from all four grade levels, and parents of students from a variety of interests and backgrounds.

The Acalanes High School School Advisory Council meets five times a year to provide a forum for staff, students, and parents to discuss progress and provide feedback on the school site plans like the AHS Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), the school safety plan, and progress on issues of equity and access.

All meetings are held at AHS from 3:30-5pm in the Collaboration Center:

• Oct 15, 2025
• Dec 10, 2025
• Feb 26, 2025
• April 15, 2026
• May 13, 2026

Please fill out this form if you are interested in joining the School Advisory Council.

Acalanes Back to School Night (BTSN) is this Thursday, Aug 28 from 5:15-8pm!
 
Please plan to join at 5:15pm in the front quad for a parent and staff reception hosted by the Acalanes Parents Club (APC). Principal Shawn will share some remarks around 5:30pm and classroom visits start at 6pm.
 
As mentioned above, this evening is for us, the parents/caregivers, to experience what our students experience each and every school day – you don’t want to miss it!

Important Reminder: be sure to print the BTSN Program here and write down your student’s schedule and room numbers so you know where to go! Print and fold like a book.

We’re in the home stretch…Let’s end the year with a grand slam as we fuel our students during Finals week
Who’s on first? You! By donating and/or delivering snacks to our students during finals week May 24-26.
What’s on second? Shop our Amazon wish list and have it delivered to the Finals Fuel clubhouse or donate directly to the Costco Run (venmo: @sheryl-platt-1 or paypal: sheryl@slpdesigns.net )
Why on 3rd? Help our students re-energize between final exams!
I don’t know in left field? Click here for the Sign Up Genius that includes more information on donating and volunteering.
 
April Dons Dialogue – Listen to the Recording!
If you missed our most recent Dons Dialogue on Wednesday, Apr 19, here are the recording or slides from the discussion. This month’s topics included;

• Student activities update
• Mascot presentation with ASB Officers
• Department Chairs, Barth & Schottland, discussed ChatGPT
• End of year awards & celebrations update
• Q&A with Principal Shawn

 The next Dons Dialogue will be Friday, May 12 at 8:45am in the Collaboration Center.

Please consider helping out at Prom and Grad Night!
We are in need of some additional help for both Prom and Grad Night and – we literally can’t hold these momentous events without parental support, so we urge you to consider joining the team! There are many opportunities to help- and for those of you with younger students, this is a great chance to get some visibility into the fun that’s to come for your student(s)!

• PROM – Chaperone at SF City Hall – Saturday, May 13 – Sign up Here
• GRAD NIGHT – Check in, Bus & Cruise Volunteers – Friday, May 26 – Sign up Here

We can’t thank you enough for your time, support and generosity. YOU are what makes this ACA community so amazing!

April Dons Dialogue – This Wednesday at 6pm!
Join us on Wednesday, Apr 19 for an evening Dons Dialogue in the Acalanes Library. 
This month’s topics include;

• Student activities update
• Mascot presentation with ASB Officers
• Department Chairs, Barth & Schottland, discuss ChatGPT
• End of year awards & celebrations update
• Q&A with Principal Shawn

Please grab a friend and join us!

One more week until spring break! Spring break is a great time to spend some quality time with your student. In many cases, while students are on break they need something meaningful to occupy their unstructured time away from school. The Lafayette library is hosting the Swell Center over spring break which is a perfect place for 6th to 12th grade students. The Swell Center is completely free and offers a space for students to drop in, connect with peers, unwind or even try new activities. Some of the activities planned for this year include eating 3-D printer pancakes, watching a movie, dance and movement and more! If your student is bored over break, encourage them to drop by the Lafayette library.
 
Last, but certainly not least, Friday, Mar 31 is International Day of TransgenderVisibility.This day is dedicated to the accomplishments of transgender and gender nonconforming people while raising awareness of the work that still needs to be done to achieve trans justice (glsen.org). The Wellness Center at AHS is ALWAYS a safe space for trans and nonbinary students. We celebrate and advocate for the experiences of trans and nonbinary students not only on March 31, but every day. If you are interested in resources on how to support your trans or nonbinary student, RainbowCommunity Center is an invaluable local resource in getting you the support you need.