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General Announcements
We are searching for adults to help with proctoring PSAT and SAT exams on Monday, Oct 5. Restrictions: Parents, you are NOT allowed to proctor an exam that your own child is taking.
You can volunteer your time (unpaid), or receive pay of $25/hr. This is a perfect opportunity for recent high school/college graduates, stay-at-home parents, retirees, and those searching for employment. If you are interested in learning more about proctoring, please contact the Acalanes Testing Coordinator, Jamielle McDonald at jmcdonald@auhsdschools.org. -
APC in Action
Have a Great Idea for Acalanes? APC Fall 2026 Grants Are Open!
Have an idea that could make Acalanes even better? Acalanes Parents Club wants to help bring it to life! Teachers, staff, students, and parents are invited to submit grant requests for creative programs, projects, experiences, and equipment that enrich the AHS student experience.
Past APC grants have helped fund everything from bike racks and lunchtime recreation equipment to peer tutoring programs, STEM field trips, leadership conferences, garden supplies, and more.
Applications are due Friday, Sept 18.
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Parents Club Pro-Tip
Community Service - Helper Helper
If students would like to set up a Helper Helper account to log their service hours, please email from their personal email account to communityservice@acalanesparentsclub.comand include their personal email, name, birthdate and graduation year.
Volunteer Opportunities
Recurring volunteer roles require the new District process for volunteer validation (e.g. driving for field trips, sporting events, etc). Standalone volunteer opportunities (e.g. Football, Snack Shack) on campus do not require the new/latest rigorous training required by the district this year.
Click HERE to access the AUHSD volunteer portal.
Click HERE to explore volunteer opportunities.
Order School Photos - If you would like to order your student’s school photos, you can contact Studio1. There is also a QR code on the back of your student’s school ID card to support ordering. -
Campus Culture Committee
Our First Cross-Campus Opportunity!
The Campolindo DEIB Parents invite parents and guardians from all AUHSD schools to join them for an evening of connection and community. All AUHSD parents and guardians are welcome!
This is just the beginning of what we hope will be more opportunities for families across our schools to connect, learn from one another, build relationships, and work together to support all students throughout AUHSD.
We hope to see some of our Acalanes families there!
📅 Wednesday, Sep 30
⏰ 6:00–8:00pm
📍 Campolindo High School Library
Join Us for Our First CCC Meeting!
September 21 | 6:30–7:30pm | Acalanes High School
We hope you will join us for our 2026–2027 CCC Kickoff Meeting!
2026–2027 CCC Meeting Schedule | 6:30–7:30pm- Sept 21 – CCC Kickoff Meeting | In Person
- Dec 14 – Wellness Workshop with Patrick Turner | In Person
- Jan 11 – CCC Meeting | Virtual
- May – CCC Year-End Retreat | In Person, Date TBD
🖤 Black Student Union (BSU)
BSU students will have several opportunities to connect, learn, and build community throughout the year, including:- Friday, Sep 18 – HBCU College Fair
- Monday, Oct 19 – BSU Summit
- November 16–18 – State BSU Conference
- February – Districtwide BSU Dance/Social
💙 Have Something You'd Like Us to Bring Forward?
If there is a topic, concern, student need, or idea related to school culture, climate, inclusion, belonging, or student support that you would like us to bring forward, please reach out:
📧 diversityandinclusion@acalanesparentsclub.comAcalanes is a No Hate Zone
At Acalanes, we are committed to maintaining a campus where every student feels safe, respected, and valued. If your student experiences or witnesses an incident involving hate or bias, please encourage them to use the Bias Incident Reporting Tool (BIRT) BiasIncident Reporting Tool (BIRT) available on the Acalanes High School website. Reporting helps our school respond appropriately and continue fostering a culture of belonging for all. -
Student Activities
We are 1 week out from one of the best weeks on campus! Here are the MOST important things you need to know TODAY:- Check out the HOCO Overview document for everything your student needs to know and be at!
- Buy the HOCO T-shirt NOW on the webstore. They are $12 but will only be on the webstore until tomorrow at 12:45pm.
- Our annual canned food drive begins TOMORROW! Last year we fundraised 47,899 meals for the Contra Costa Food Bank. Please consider donating canned goods or money. Class sites are:
- We are in need of 20 more adult chaperones at HOCO Night Out. With 1100+ students in attendance, we need YOU! Please consider signing up.
- Next Sunday we kick off HOCO with Hallway Decorating. Please encourage your student to come and help their class between the hours of 10:00am-3:00pm with our community walkthrough from 5:00-6:00pm. It is truly incredible what we create for our campus!
- Hoco Night out tickets are now on sale via Go Fan. If students purchased ASB, they must use their ID number in the promo code box in order to receive the $35 ticket price. Want to bring a guest? The guest contract is due Wednesday, Sept 23.
- It is going to be a great week! Please email Katherine Walton with any questions.
It’s NOT too late to purchase your ASB Sticker-in fact it is the perfect time!
Please consider supporting student activities at Acalanes by purchasing an ASB sticker. They can be purchased on the webstore. Thank you in advance for your support of student programming. If your student didn’t get their WHITE ASB Shirt, please send them to room 314.
ASB stickers cost $115 and support all student activities at Acalanes, support athletics ($30 of every card sale goes directly to athletics), and help to pay for AHS' finance tech's salary. It also provides students discounts/free entry to the following:
-Home athletic events (Except playoffs). This year we have 5 home football games (totaling $30 without ASB).
-Free or discounted tickets to dances (For Homecoming, you will save at least $25 with ASB)
-Free Acalanes t-shirt at Dons Day (worth $15)
-Discounts at 12 local businesses when you show your ASB sticker on your ID card. 2026-
2027 Businesses are:
Millie’s American Kitchen - Free coffee with a minimum purchase of $35
Johnny’s Donuts - One regular donut w/ the purchase of a dozen regular donuts or 1 donut hole w/ purchase of 1 donut
Pizza Antica - 15% off an order
Sideboard - Free non-alcoholic beverage w/ purchase of an entree
Tutu’s - One complimentary non alcoholic beverage with the purchase of one entree. (Dine in only, not valid on to-go orders or purchases in the market)
Local Kitchens - Class Fundraisers
Vitality Bowls - $1 off
Pinkies Nail Salon - 10% off
Fabletics - 20% off @ Broadway Plaza location
360 Burrito - 10% off
Oasis Cafe - 10% off
Diablo Foods - 20% off a lunch with sandwich purchase
If you ever have any questions about student activities, you are always welcome to reach out to Katherine Walton, activities director. We are happy to help!
Go Dons! 💙
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College & Career
ALT FAIR, Thursday, September 24th, 5-8 pm at Lafayette Library and Learning Center
Are you interested in educational alternatives beyond traditional college? Meet reps and learn about GAP year, trade school programs and others. RSVP here
Give your student a Free PSAT, SAT or Digital ACT practice run with Revolution Prep
Digital ACT Practice Exam
Saturday, Sept 12 –9:00am -12:30pm | Proctored online via Zoom
SAT Practice Exam
Saturday, Sept 19 – 9:00am -12:00pm | Proctored online via Zoom
Register for the live practice exam & book your score review: www.revolutionprep.com/partners/acalaneshighschool/
Cornell University, Emory University, Pomona College, Rice University and Washington University in St. Louis are proud to present LAUNCH (Linking Access, Unity, Networking, Collaboration and Higher Education). You'll virtually meet admission officers from all five partner institutions and learn more about what unites us.
LAUNCH Virtual Student Event
Wednesday, Sep 16 at 5:00pm
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Counseling
Counselor assignments are by student last name:
A-F Anne Schonauer
G-Hul Erika Vasquez on campus Tues/Fri
Hum-Pla Marissa Meadows
Ple-Z Susan Martin
Please note new Counselor Alpha Breakdown above
Erika Vasquez will be split 40% at Acalanes and 60% at Las Lomas High School this year. She will be on the AHS campus Tuesdays and Fridays, but will be available by email Monday through Friday.
Senior Appointments
Counselors will be calling in all 12th graders to discuss post-high school plans starting in early September. We will look at Maia Learning, discuss deadlines, documents needed for applications, and answer questions.
CSF application period is now open! California Scholarship Federation (CSF) is an honor society for high school students. Current juniors and seniors should apply this month. Students who are members for at least 4 semesters during high school get a gold sash to wear at graduation and it's an award to put on college applications. Students need to re-apply every semester. Please read the application carefully for eligibility requirements and instructions. The deadline is Wednesday, Sept 30. -
Wellness Center
The Acalanes Wellness Center is open and ready to support students throughout the school year. Wellness will be doing in class presentations during math classes and academy periods. We will also be doing table activities during lunch in the sophomore quad.
National Suicide Prevention Week is September 6-12 and Wellness will be presenting suicide awareness presentations during Academy, along with tabling events during lunch. Emotional support dogs will also be available every second Wednesday of the month from 10:00-11:00am, providing students with an opportunity to take a break, relax, and connect with some furry friends.
What We Do
The Wellness Center aims to support the needs of all students. This includes those who may be feeling overwhelmed, lonely, anxious, stressed, sad, or confused, as well as anyone experiencing other challenging emotions. We offer both ongoing and drop-in counseling services, Wellness breaks, information about community resources, and opportunities to join clubs and student programs. We also host a variety of educational events during lunchtime and Academy throughout the school year.
Get Connected- If you have questions about Wellness, please email us at AHS Wellness coordinator.
- To refer a student to Wellness, please use this form: AHSWellnessReferral. Please remember that all Wellness Center services are confidential and completely voluntary.
- Follow us on Instagram @acalaneswellness to find out more about what we're doing to support Acalanes students. There is also additional information about our program on the Acalanes High School website.
We look forward to supporting our students throughout another great school year.
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Performing & Visual Arts
Friday Night Lights! The Acalanes Pep band will be performing at our home football game this Friday, Sept 18, as well as Friday, Sept 25, Friday, Oct 16 and Friday, Nov 6.GO DONS!
Come hear the Jazz Ensemble and Choir at the Art and Wine Festival! On Saturday, Sept 19 and Sunday, Sept 20, the Acalanes Choir, Jazz Ensemble and some members of the orchestra and band will represent Acalanes at the Lafayette Art and Wine Festival! The Acalanes Choir will perform on Saturday, Sept 19 from 11:15-11:30am and the Acalanes Jazz Ensemble will perform on Sunday, Sept 20 from 1:00-1:30pm on the Community Stage! Come out to support our talented musicians!
Be there! Our annual Pops concert will take place on Thursday, Oct 8 at 6:30pm at the Acalanes Performing Arts Center and will feature music from Raye, Lady Gaga, Abba & More! -
LPIE
LAST CALL: Stress-Free Parking While Supporting Our Schools
LPIE has just a few remaining ParkSmart Annual Passes through an exclusive Buy It Nowopportunity. These passes are only available through LPIE, and once they're gone, they're gone. Best of all, 100% of proceeds go directly to LPIE to support Lafayette students.- Unlimited access to more than 100 participating ParkSmart parking lots (viewparticipating locations here).
- Skip parking apps, meters, and kiosks
- Never worry about expired parking sessions or surprise parking tickets
- One flat annual price of just $1,000 (about $83 per month)
- Every purchase directly supports LPIE and Lafayette students
Only a few passes remain available. Secure yours today before they sell out.
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Sports
*The game schedule below reflects dates and times as of last Friday. Games may change for several reasons, including weather. If you have questions or comments, please contact Acalanes Sports Boosters.
This week’s can’t miss events:
Flag football
Monday, Sept 14 at Las Lomas HS. JV at 6:00pm and Varsity at 7:30pm.
Wednesday, Sept 16 host Northgate HS. JV at 6:00pm and Varsity at 7:30pm.
Girls golf
Monday, Sept 14 Miramonte HS at Orinda CC at 3:30pm.
Girls tennis
Tuesday, Sept 15 Northgate HS at 4:00pm. Varsity is away and JV is home.
Thursday, Sept 17 Campolindo HS at 4:00pm. Varsity is home and JV is away.
Girls volleyball
Tuesday, Sept 15 at Piedmont HS. Freshmen at 4:30pm, JV at 5:30pm and Varsity at 7:00pm.
Boys water polo
Wednesday, Sept 16 host California HS. JV at 6:00pm and Varsity at 7:00pm.
Tackle football
Thursday, Sept 17 Freshmen host College Park HS at 5:00pm.
Friday, Sept 18 host Marin Catholic HS. JV at 4:30pm and Varsity at 7:00pm.
Girls water polo
Friday, Sept 18 host San Ramon Valley HS. JV at 4:00pm and Varsity at 5:00pm.
Saturday, Sept 19 host Clovis North HS. JV at 11:00am and Varsity at 12:00 pm.
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