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Counseling
Counselor assignments are by student last name:
A-F Anne Schonauer
G-Ka Erika Vasquez on campus MWTh
Ke-Re Marissa Meadows
Rh-Z Susan Martin
CSF APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN SEPT 1-30: CSF (California Scholarship Federation) is an honor society. Current 10th, 11th and 12th graders are encouraged to apply. A complete CSF application has 2 parts: an application form and a payment on the webstore. Turn in forms in the counseling office. The deadline is Tuesday, Sept 30 for both the form and the payment! 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 contact Ms. Schonauer for any clarification.
INDIVIDUAL SENIOR APPOINTMENTS: Beginning the week of Sept 8, Counselors will begin calling in each senior for an individual appointment. We will review graduation status, and discuss post-high school planning and the specific support each student needs from us (such as a letter of recommendation, help refining their college list, handling logistics like matching Maia with Common App, and requesting transcripts and letters from teachers).
SENIOR PARENT NIGHT: All parents of seniors are invited to an evening with College and Career Advisor Debbie Levy and Counselor Anne Schonauer to discuss the college application process. Thursday, Sept 11 at 6:30pm in the Acalanes Library. -
Performing & Visual Arts
Come see the Jazz Ensemble & Choir at the Art and Wine Festival!
The Jazz Ensemble, some members of the Orchestra & Band, and the Choir will represent Acalanes at this year’s Art and Wine Festival. Come support the Instrumental Music and Choir programs on Sunday, Sept 21. The Acalanes Jazz Ensemble & Guests will perform at 12:15pm and the Acalanes Choir will perform at 12:45pm on the Community Stage!
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LPIE
LPIE is proud to welcome back Ashby Lumber as a Diamond Business Partner this year. We’re especially grateful to Bryan and Emily Morgan for their continued dedication to LPIE and Lafayette public schools.
Bryan brings thoughtful leadership to our Board of Directors as this year’s Vice President, and Emily’s support through Ashby Lumber helps us continue to strengthen our schools and community.
In Emily’s words: "Ashby Lumber is proud to support LPIE! As a family-owned company with deep roots in the Bay Area, we believe in giving back to the communities that have supported us for over 50 years. Supporting local schools means investing in the next generation of leaders, innovators, and builders. If you’re planning a home project or your contractor needs quality building materials, make sure it's Ashby. Let’s build something great together!"
Thank you, Ashby Lumber, for helping us build a brighter future for Lafayette students.
LPIE's 5th Annual Poker Tournament - Friday, Oct 17, 2025
Get ready to ante up for a night of fun and excitement! Our 5th Annual Poker Tournament is coming—don’t miss your chance to play, win great prizes, and support our local schools all at once. Visit lpie.org to purchase tickets!
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Sports
*The game schedule 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.
Flag football
Monday, Sept 8 hosts Benicia HS. JV 6:30pm and Varsity 7:45pm
Tuesday, Sept 10 at College Park HS. JV 6:30pm and Varsity 7:45pm
Thursday, Sept 11 at Monte Vista HS. JV 6:30pm and Varsity 7:45pm
Girls golf
Monday, Sept 8 Varsity v. Miramonte HS at Orinda CC at 3:30pm
Wednesday, Sept 10 Varsity v. Miramonte HS at Rossmoor GC at 3:30pm
Thursday, Sept 11 JV v. Campolindo HS at Moraga CC at 3:30pm
Girls volleyball
Tuesday, Sept 9 at College Park HS. Freshmen 4:30pm, JV 5:30pm, Varsity 6:30pm
Thursday, Sept 11 hosts Las Lomas HS. Freshmen 4:30pm, JV 5:30pm, Varsity 6:30pm
Girls tennis
Wednesday, Sept 10 Piedmont HS at 4:00 pm. Varsity home, JV away
Boys water polo
Wednesday, Sept 10 Varsity Novato HS at 4:00pm
Girls water polo
Wednesday, Sept 10 at Tamalpais HS. JV at 6:00pm, Varsity at 7:00pm
Tackle football
Thursday, Sept 11 hosts St. Ignatius HS. Freshmen at 4:30pm, JV at 6:30pm
Friday, Sept 12 at St. Ignatius HS at 5:00pm
Cross country
Saturday, Sept 13 Viking Opener Invitational at Spring Lake Regional Park, Santa Rosa.You may view the full 2024-2025 Athletic Schedule by clicking HERE.
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General Announcements
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.
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APC Membership & Fundraising
Acalanes Parents Club has committed nearly $215,000 to Acalanes this school year, which will provide vital services for our entire AHS community. As of today, we have yet to reach that goal and we need your help!
As a reminder, your donation to APC goes directly to Acalanes High School and supports important programs that greatly benefit all Acalanes students and staff. These programs include
- Peer Tutoring
- College & Career Services
- Campus Enhancements
- Parent Education
- Staff & Teacher Development
- Communications
- Grant Programs
- Volunteer Opportunities
- And more . . .
If you haven’t had a chance to donate, please consider doing so here. The suggested amount is $450 per student, but any amount is needed and greatly appreciated.
All APC members will receive a link to the online AHS student/family directory in the next few weeks.
Another important source of funds is making your donations go twice as far with Corporate Matching. Please check if your company has a matching program and, if so, please contact corpmatch@acalanesparentsclub.com for further information. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
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Acalanes Community Always (ACA)
ACA Student Discounts!
As part of your student’s ASB card purchase, your student can get discounts or freebies at some favorite local business, such as- Diablo Foods
- Johnny’s Donuts
- Local Kitchens
- Sideboard
- And more!
Your student just needs to show their ASB card at checkout. See the full list of discounts here! There is still time to purchase the ASB card in the Acalanes Webstore, this money drives student activities at Acalanes.
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Campus Culture Committee
The Acalanes Parent Club (APC) Campus Culture Committee (CCC), formerly known as DEIB, would like to welcome you to the 2025–26 school year! This year, our focus is on building a stronger parent support system for all student groups on campus and working closely with staff on issues that have an impact on our students. We also recognize that supporting our students starts with supporting parents — so part of our mission is to ensure parents feel cared for through mental health support and a strong collective voice.
Join Us Monthly! (In-Person & Virtual Meetings)
Meeting Schedule | 6:00–7:30 PM
Sept 15 – In-Person
Oct 20 – Virtual
Nov 17 – In-Person
Dec – No Meeting
Jan 12 – Virtual
Feb 9 – In-Person
Mar 16 – Virtual
Apr 20 – In-Person (last meeting)
May – No Meeting
Reminder: Acalanes is a No Hate Zone. If your student experiences hate or bias, please encourage them to use the Bias Incident Reporting Tool (BIRT) available on the AHS website.
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