• APC in Action

    December 11, 2023

    FINALS FUEL -  A much loved Acalanes APC Tradition!
    This is a wonderful way to get on campus and make a difference! Help our students finish strong by providing snacks in between their finals.You can help refuel and recharge our Dons in several ways:

    • Purchase snacks prior to finals week and deliver to a residence near AHS
    • Purchase snacks from our Amazon wish list and items will be sent directly to a residence for transport to AHS
    • Donate money and we’ll shop for you: Venmo @Stephanie-Asadorian (any amount is welcome and appreciated)
    • Volunteer to hand out snacks on campus Tuesday, Dec 19 - Friday, Dec 22

    We need more help, please sign up!

    Follow Acalanes Parents Club on Instagram. Please reach out to APC here with any questions.

  • Perfect Holiday Gift for Students & Staff

    December 11, 2023
    Starting to think about holiday gift ideas? Look no further than the Acalanes Legacy Wall! This wall is a memorial of bricks honoring the legacy of people who have made Acalanes the school it is today.

    Why not celebrate your Acalanes student with an everlasting brick on the memorial wall? Or let your favorite teacher or administrator know how much you truly appreciate them with a brick in their honor.

    There is no better way to show your love than the eternal gift of an Acalanes memorial brick!  Buy a Legacy Wall Brick here!

    For more information about the Acalanes Legacy Wall, please reach out to Leanne Zimmerman, leanne.zimm@gmail.com. 

  • Parents Club Pro-Tip

    December 11, 2023

    At our recent Dons Dialogue, we heard some valuable pro-tips from seasoned student leaders that we want to share broadly:

    • Check in with your students about finals. Encourage them to take advantage of the many resources available to help study and de-stress. Visit the APC website for a reminder of resources available. You can even print the handy exam schedule here.
    • Encourage your student to visit the RogerHub website to utilize their Final Grade Calculator. Some students find it helpful to calculate what score they need to achieve on their final exam in order to get the semester grade they desire in the class.

    Let’s face it, finals can be a stressful time not only for our students, but also us parents, so hang in there!

  • Acalanes Community Always (ACA)

    December 11, 2023

    JUNE 2024 TRIP TO FRANCE & SWITZERLANDLooking for the holiday gift that your child will remember for the rest of their lives? Give the gift of travel! Acalanes staff are taking students on a trip to Europe this summer. Students of any age can attend! The only requirement is an interest in travel! This summer we are going to France and Switzerland. This trip has a little bit of everything - ancient/historical sites, relaxing beaches, awe-inspiring locations, amazing food, and a once-in-a-lifetime bonding experience with your Acalanes peers. Final deadline to sign up is Thursday, Feb 15!
     
    For anyone interested in going on the Europe trip this summer, please follow this link to preview the trip and to register:  June 2024 Trip to France & Switzerland!

    SEED HIGH SCHOOL FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE:  Where our special needs high schoolers hang out with their typical peers.

    • Upcoming Regular Meeting Date:  Thursday, Dec 14 from 5 - 6:30pm
    • Special Holiday Movie Date:  Saturday, Dec 16 from 11 - 12:45pm
    • Volunteers and Participants RSVP here
    • (Volunteers get 2-hour community service validation per session)

    To receive SEED High School updates, sign up to the High School newsletter here.

  • Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)

    December 11, 2023

    Upcoming Important Dates:

    • Dec 10               Human Rights Day
    • Dec 7-15            Hanukkah
    • Dec 25               Christmas
    • Dec 26- Jan 8    Kwanza

    The month of December is a time set aside by many to celebrate a variety of traditions and enjoy time with family, friends and community. If you have some information you feel is important for the DEI committee to share about a celebration you partake in, please let us know. 
     
    Hanukkah (Chanukah) is the Jewish eight-day, wintertime “festival of lights,” celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and fried foods. The Hebrew word Chanukah means “dedication,” and is thus named because it celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple. More information can be found here.

    Contact the DEIB committee here. And follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

  • Performing & Visual Arts

    December 11, 2023
    WINTER CONCERTS CONTINUE

    Our Winter Choral Concert is this week!
    Tuesday, Dec 12
    7pm     in the Performing Arts Center (PAC)

    Please join to enjoy our wonderfully talented students as we get in the holiday spirit!