Weekly News & Announcements

College & Career

Juniors and Seniors: Davidson College is offering free Virtual workshops to support students with navigating the college search and application journey. You don’t need to be applying to Davidson to join.

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 CLOSE ON Tuesday 9/30: 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/LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: Counselors are finishing up their individual senior appointments this week. We plan to spend the month of October writing letters of recommendation for all of the Early Decision and Early Action deadlines!  Please make sure your student has completed the student survey, parents have completed the parent survey, and the student has sent their counselor a resume if they want a letter of recommendation from their counselor. Students need to request teacher letters on Maia Learning and match their Maia account with their Common App account.

Wellness Center

The Wellness Center is excited to announce that we will be hosting academies for academic and social-emotional wellness. On Wednesdays, we will provide psychoeducation for interested students on topics such as suicide prevention, healthy relationships and boundaries, and coping skills. On Fridays, we will provide academic support regarding academic stress, study skills, and peer tutoring. Students can sign up for Wellness Center academies through our Teachmore offerings. We are always happy to see new faces in our Wellness space.

Performing & Visual Arts

Come experience rock style Vivaldi, some Adele, soundtrack music, and other popular artists at the Pops Concert on Thursday, Oct 9, at 6:30pm in the Performing Arts Center! All ensembles and choral groups will be performing. Please join us to support our talented musicians!

LPIE

LPIE's 5th Annual Poker Tournament – Friday, Oct 17, 2025 – Last Chance for Tickets!
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!


LPIE's Annual Sweepstakes is Underway – Donate to be Eligible to Win!
Donate or pledge to LPIE for a chance to win 4 tickets to see Maroon 5 at Chase Center, plus so much more! Make your donation or pledge by Oct 2, 2025 to be eligible.

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.

This weeks can't miss sports:

Flag football
Monday, Sept 29 at Northgate HS. JV 6:30pm and Varsity 7:45pm.
Wednesday, Oct 1 host Clayton Valley Charter HS.  JV 6:30pm and Varsity 7:45pm.
 
Girls golf
Monday, Sept 29 Varsity v. Campolindo HS at Contra Costa CC at 3:30pm.
Wednesday, Oct 1 JV v. Northgate HS at Rossmoor GC at 3:30pm.
 
Girls volleyball
Tuesday, Sept 30 at Berean Christian HS. JV 5:30pm, Varsity 6:30pm.
Thursday, Oct 2 hosts College Park HS. Freshmen 4:30pm, JV 5:30pm, Varsity 6:30pm.
 
Girls tennis
Tuesday, Sept 30 College Park HS at 4:00pm. Varsity away, JV home.
Thursday, Oct 2 Miramonte HS at 4:00pm. Varsity away, JV home.
 
Girls water polo
Wednesday, Oct 1 at Las Lomas HS.  JV girls at 4:00pm and Varsity girls at 5:00pm.
 
Boys water polo
Wednesday, Oct 1 at Las Lomas HS. Varsity boys at 6:00pm and JV boys at 7:00pm.
Friday, Oct 3 and Saturday, Oct 4 JV in the Crusher tournament at Vintage HS.
 
Tackle football
Thursday, Oct 2 Freshman at Benicia HS at 5:00pm.
Friday, Oct 3 host Benicia HS. JV at 4:30pm and Varsity at 7:00pm.

You may view the full 2024-2025 Athletic Schedule by clicking HERE.

General Announcements

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!

APC in Action

SEPTEMBER APC DONS DIALOGUE – Slides!
Thank you to all who attended our September Dons Dialogue on Friday, we had a packed room. We kicked off the meeting with a brief General APC meeting with approval of the 2025-26 budget. This Dons Dialogue topics included: LPIE "In the Know", Transitioning to "By-Trustee-Area" Elections for Governing Board, ACA Friday Nights Committee, Homecoming, and ASB Activities Update and Q&A w/ Principal Shawn. If you were not able to attend, here are the slides from the discussion.

Thank you again to our APC Hospitality Co-Chairs, Mia Heglie and Monica Stassi, for providing the welcoming coffee and treats! The next Dons Dialogue will be on Friday, Oct 17.  Click here for the full schedule of upcoming Dons Dialogues.
 
Fall 2025 Grants Applications: Deadline extended one more week!
Have you seen the giant blue Adirondack chair? How could you miss it?! Thanks to an APC grant, Dan Appel and his students built it last year – turning a fun woodworking project into a great team effort and a heartfelt way to honor Amin.
 
The APC grant application deadline has been extended! Teachers, parents, and students are invited to submit ideas for innovative programs or equipment that will enrich learning and build school spirit at AHS. Applications are due Friday, Sept 26.

Click the link for more information and to access the application.

 
Preparing for a Teen Driver – Free Parent Information Night
We know that the process of teaching your teen how to drive and earn their license can feel daunting. That’s why we are excited to offer an informative presentation by driving experts and Greenlight Simulation founders. Their team will lay out the steps to acquire a license and provide some foundational tips on how to approach behind-the-wheel driver training with your teen. *Flyer to follow.

• What: Parent Pit Stop - A Guide To Getting Your Teen Behind The Wheel
• When: Tuesday, Oct 7, 6:30-8:00pm
• Where: Acalanes High School Library

We hope you can join us, space is limited so please be sure to RSVP here.

Stay Connected:  Follow the Acalanes Parents Club on Instagram to keep up to date on what's happening at Acalanes and reminders for important dates. Please reach out to APC here with any questions.