Spiritwear
Did you order a class shirt? We will be handing them out to students during lunch on Wednesday, Sep 4. Did you order spiritwear through our online spiritwear vendor Gryco? It will arrive in mid Sep and you will receive an email with pick-up instructions.
Homecoming 2024- Musicals Sep 15-21
The countdown is on and preparation is underway. Check out this homecoming overview document for everything you need to know about the week!
Sep 21 is our HOCO Night Out from 7-9:30pm. It is a campus wide event (1,100+ attended last year) and is a beloved night not to miss. Tickets are on sale via GoFan and are:
$30 with ASB
$55 without ASB
$75 for an outside guest
Outside guests need to fill out and return a guest contract by Sep 18 to the main office. Stay tuned for confirmed vendors, food, games, activities, and entertainment.
In order to ensure that HOCO Night Out is safe for all, we need parent chaperones. Please consider volunteering as we expect over 1100 students that evening.
2024-2025 Clubs
Our fall club day is Friday, Sep 6 during academy. The full list of clubs will be posted in the bulletin this week for students to check out ahead of time.
My goal is that every student at Acalanes is connected to one activity outside of class. I am always happy to meet with students and/or parents about on campus programming and opportunities. If I can help, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
Katherine Walton, Activities Director
Student Activities
Student Activities
This week on campus:
Tuesday @ lunch in room 314: Any frosh who did not attend Stanley are invited to a lunch to meet other frosh and have fun!
Thursday @ lunch in room 314: Any student who transferred to Acalanes is invited to a lunch to meet other transfers and current 10th, 11th and 12th graders.
Friday @ lunch in room 314: ACA Buddies 1st event with our ESC students!
Friday @ 6pm: 1st tailgate of the year! USA theme!
Club Applications If your student wants to start a club this semester, they need to fill out this form (re-upped clubs from spring don’t need to reapply)! It’s a super easy process, but the form needs to be filled out by this THURSDAY, Aug 29. Students need to be sure to find club officers, a club advisor (teacher), and to create a constitution before filling out the club application. If they have any questions, they can email Miles Blackhart, ASB Vice–President.
ASB News
If you purchased an ASB sticker and it is not printed on your student’s ID, please have Studio One reprint their card when they return for picture make-up day on Oct 7.
If you did not purchase ASB, you can still do so on the webstore.
If you have purchased ASB and your student memorizes their ID number, they will use that when they go onto Go Fan to get athletic tickets and it will be free.
The Bookshelf Foundation club is launching a 2-week school supplies drive for children learning in Ukraine starting this week. The drive will last from Aug 19 to Sep 2. Students can bring new or gently used school supplies to the library meeting room. Notebooks, writing supplies, backpacks, water bottles, and more are all welcome! Any and all support means the world to children who are struggling to learn in the midst of war. Thank you!
Spiritwear
Did you order a class shirt on the webstore? We will be handing them out to students during lunch on Wednesday, Sep 4.
Did you order spiritwear through our online spiritwear vendor Gryco? It will arrive in mid Sep and you will receive an email with pick-up instructions.
Did you purchase ASB but have yet to receive your free blue shirt? Your student can come to room 314 to get it.
A few additional important dates:
Sep 15-21 Homecoming 2024 (HOCO Night Out tickets on sale starting this week via Go Fan!)
Apr 19: Junior & Senior Prom
My goal is that every student at Acalanes is connected to one activity outside of class. I am always happy to meet with students and/or parents about on campus programming and opportunities. If I can help, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
Katherine Walton, Activities Director
Student Activities
What an incredible week 1! We had a WELCOME HOME rally on Friday during academy followed by a frosh social in the evening. We are looking forward to a great year! A few announcements and reminders as we enter week 2:
Homecoming informational meetings will be held tomorrow, Monday, Aug 19 during lunch. These are a great chance for your student to learn more, get involved and experience an incredible tradition at Acalanes High School. Homecoming week runs from Sept 15-21.
Club Applications If your student wants to start a club this semester, they need to fill out this form (re-upped clubs from spring don’t need to reapply)! It’s a super easy process, but be sure to fill out the form by Aug 29. Make sure to find club officers, a club advisor (teacher), and to create a constitution before filling out the club application. For more information, make sure to come to the club info meeting on Aug 21 in room 314 at lunch. If you have any questions, email Miles Blackhart, ASB Vice–President.
ASB Stickers: Thank you to all who have purchased the ASB sticker via the webstore! There is still time to purchase and this money drives student activities at Acalanes. ASB costs $110 and the sticker gets printed on the ID Card. Perks include:
- Free spirit shirt
- Discounts at local businesses
- Free admission to home athletic events
- Discounts to on campus dances (at least $25 savings for HOCO)
A few additional important dates:
Sep. 15-21 Homecoming 2024
Apr 19: Junior & Senior Prom
My goal is that every student at Acalanes is connected to one activity outside of class. I am always happy to meet with students and/or parents about on campus programming and opportunities. If I can help, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
Katherine Walton, Activities Director
Student Activities
Welcome back to the 2024-2025 school year! And to new families, welcome to the Acalanes community! We are so glad you are here. A few announcements and reminders as we start the year:
ASB Stickers: Thank you to all who have purchased the ASB sticker via the webstore! There is still time to purchase and this money drives student activities at Acalanes. ASB costs $110 and the sticker gets printed on the ID Card. Perks include:
- Free spirit shirt
- Discounts at local businesses
- Free admission to home athletic events
- Discounts to on campus dances
Acalanes summer spiritwear – store is open until Friday!
Looking for new student designed spiritwear? You can buy now through Aug 16 and proceeds benefit the classes of 2025, 2026, 2027 & 2028.
Dons Day: Encourage your student to check out their class table tomorrow morning, along with our clubs, who will also have tables. It is a great way to get connected!
Frosh Orientation is tomorrow from 12-1:30pm and is all student led. Students can check in at the PAC. The Transfer Student Orientation is from 11:30am-12:30pm and students will meet in front of the flagpole.
Homecoming informational meetings will be held Monday, Aug 19. These are a great chance for your student to learn more, get involved and experience an incredible tradition at Acalanes High School. Homecoming week runs from Sept 15-21.
New and Returning Club Applications: Anyone can start a club at Acalanes and we encourage students to do so. Club applications will be available for any new or returning club on Monday, Aug 19 and due on Thursday, Aug 29. There is a mandatory meeting at lunch on Wednesday, Aug 23 in room 314 for anyone interested in starting or renewing a club.
Class Shirts: Friday, Aug 16 is the last chance to order your class shirt via the webstore. Students typically wear their class shirts to rallies and other on campus events and this is a great fundraiser for each class. Shirts will be distributed in mid Sept during lunch – more details coming soon!
A few additional important dates:
Sep. 15-21 Homecoming 2024
Apr 19: Junior & Senior Prom
My goal is that every student at Acalanes is connected to one activity outside of class. I am always happy to meet with students and/or parents about on campus programming and opportunities. If I can help, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
Katherine Walton, Activities Director
Student Activities
ACALANES SUMMER SPIRITWEAR – store is open!
Looking for new student designed spiritwear? You can buy now through Aug 16 and proceeds benefit the classes of 2025, 2026, 2027 & 2028.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR ’24-’25:
- July 19: 2024 Homecoming theme reveal via ahs_dons on Instagram
- August 12: Orientation
- August 16 at 7pm: Frosh social
- September 15-21: Homecoming 2024
- April 19, 2025: Junior & Senior Prom
We cannot wait to meet again in August. Until then, have an awesome summer!
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
Katherine Walton, Activities Director
Student Activities
With one week left, it is hard to put into words what the 2023-2024 school year represents. Overall, it was a wonderful year with so many moments and events that will move into long term memories. One thing is for sure – a successful school year does not happen without the support and volunteerism of many. Here are just a few:
- Thank you to our entire community for all the times you OPTED IN – whether that was volunteering in the snack shack, at homecoming or in bringing items for class specific events. THANK YOU!
- Thank you to our entire community for all the times you SHOWED UP – whether that was in athletics, performing arts, our clubs or in our community. THANK YOU!
- Thank you to our team of parent liaisons – you are a powerhouse team of 20 who spend countless hours fundraising and planning with our class officers. I am lucky to spend time with you, learn from you, and work with you.
- Thank you to APC & LPIE for your support of all things Acalanes! Specifically, thank you to Kelly Daggs, the communications team, the community service team, the DEIB team and all of the chairs of specific events. It takes us all to make great things happen!
- Thank you to our club advisors – they open their classrooms during lunch and allow our students to pursue areas of interest and passion and are giving of their own time.
- Lastly, thank you to our amazing students! You are a big reason why our community is simply incredible. A special thank you to the 86 in leadership this year – you make my role here a dream come true and you have worked endlessly hard to make the hundreds of events happen. THANK YOU!
Acalanes Summer Spiritwear – Store is Open!
Looking for new student designed spiritwear? You can buy now through Aug 16 and proceeds benefit the classes of 2025, 2026, 2027 & 2028.
IMPORTANT FALL DATES:
Monday, Aug 12 at 12pm: Frosh orientation
Friday, Sep 6 at Academy: Club Day
Week of Sep. 15-21: Homecoming 2024
We cannot wait to meet again in August. Until then, have an awesome summer!
Student Activities
It’s our last full week and it’s a busy (and fun!) one!
Year End Spirit Week!
Monday:
Dress-up: ACA Gear
Lunch: Stressbusters in the frosh quad
Tuesday:
Dress-up: Flower power
Lunch: Innertube waterpolo
Lunch + 7th: Car painting for seniors
7pm: Senior dodgeball
Wednesday:
Dress-up: USA Day
Academy: Senior grad cap decorating
Lunch: Innertube waterpolo
6pm: Senior Awards
7:45pm: Senior Sunset
Thursday:
Dress-up: Twin Thursday
Lunch: Senior Athletic recognition
Friday:
Dress-up: Beach Day
Academy: End of year rally
5pm: Senior Car Rally in downtown Lafayette
Seniors can donate their Acalanes merch to the bin outside the front office! All proceeds from sales will go to the Class of 2028 and items can be purchased at Dons Day in August!
Acalanes summer spiritwear – store is open!
Looking for new student designed spiritwear? You can buy now through Aug 16 and proceeds benefit the classes of 2025, 2026, 2027 & 2028.
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
Katherine Walton, Activities Director
Student Activities
Wednesday @ lunch: Summer Bash
Encourage your student to come out to the pumpkin patch for games, food, sno cones & more to celebrate the end of year and start to summer!
Wednesday/Friday academy: Senior Grad Cap Decorating in room 314
Friday @ lunch: Last ACA Buddies of the year
Friday @ lunch: Junior Sizzle into Summer event
Sunday @ 4pm: Time of Reflection
Seniors can donate their Acalanes merch to the bin outside the front office! All proceeds from sales will go to the Class of 2028 and items can be purchased at Dons Day in August!
Acalanes summer spiritwear-store is open!
Looking for new student designed spiritwear? You can buy now through August 16 and proceeds benefit the classes of 2025, 2026, 2027 & 2028.
It’s a quiet week on campus with the start of AP exams. Good luck to all the students!
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
Katherine Walton, Activities Director
Student Activities
Thank you again for all your support with prom! With over 640 students attending, it was a wonderful night celebrating our juniors & seniors at the Exploratorium!
SAVE THE DATE FOR 2025 PROM – Saturday, Apr 19.
Seniors can donate their Acalanes merch to the bin outside the front office! All proceeds from sales will go to the Class of 2028 and items can be purchased at Dons Day in August!
It’s a quiet week on campus with the start of AP exams. Good luck to all the students!
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
Katherine Walton, Activities Director
Student Activities
Thank you for all your support with prom! With over 640 students attending, it was a wonderful night celebrating our juniors & seniors at the Exploratorium!
SAVE THE DATE FOR 2025 PROM – Saturday, Apr 19.
Seniors! Donate your Acalanes merch to the bin outside the front office! We will sell it at the Athletics & Activities Night on May 1. All proceeds from sales will go to the Class of 2028!
Spring Club Re-Up
Does your student want to renew a current club? Then this is for them! Clubs are so important on the Acalanes campus! The work done within these clubs is so important and we want to support that. Students can fill out this club re-up google form in its entirety by Friday, May 3 if they want to continue. This will allow for a table at Dons Day and to start meetings as soon as school begins in August.
May Calendar
May 1: Seniors pick up caps & gowns
May 1: Athletics & Activities Night for the Class of 2028
May 15: 1st academy – grad cap decorating
May 17: 2nd academy – grad cap decorating
May 20-24: Senior week & summer send-off
