Weekly News & Announcements

College & Career

Senior Scholarships
Outstanding musician scholarship with a disability (deadline Jan 8)
AAUW scholarship for a female senior with significant community service
 
Frosh/Sophomores: Parents, please join us for our 9th and 10th Grade Parent Night on Thursday, Jan 16 from 6:30-7:30pm in the library. We will cover essential information on course selection, graduation/4 year college requirements, and provide a brief overview of course offerings. We will also introduce our College and Career Center and highlight the resources available to support your student’s academic and career planning. Looking forward to seeing all of you.

Counseling

Counselor assignments are by student last name:
A-F Anne Schonauer  
G-Ka Erika Vasquez
Ke-Re Marissa Meadows 
Rh-Z Susan Martin

Wishing everyone the best of luck with final exams! Here is the finals schedule.

Final semester grades will be available on Friday, Jan 10. Transcripts will be updated, and mid-year reports for Common Application schools will be sent for seniors’ college applications. 

Wellness Center

The Wellness Center will be hosting two workshops this week to support students in this final stretch before winter break. These Wellness in the Winter sessions are a space to gather together and practice coping skills to thrive during finals and a long break with family. Students can sign up for these during academy on Wednesday, Dec 11 and Friday, Dec 13.

Performing & Visual Arts

Choral Winter Concert
Please join us in celebrating the season at the Acalanes Choir Winter Concert  featuring the Harmonix, Octet and more!
When: Thursday, Dec 12, 7pm
Where: AHS Performing Arts Center


 






Acalanes Performing Arts Boosters would like to give a big shout out to the Acalanes musicians who were selected for the California All State Jazz Band and California Honor Orchestra. The All State review panel selects only one jazz piano player from the entire state and APAB is very proud of Nathan Joseph for his accomplishment. Nathan is a talented multi-instrumentalist and will perform with the All State Jazz Band in Sacramento in January. Props also go to violist Miela Hsu and cellist Nathan Feng for earning seats in the California Honor Orchestra and for representing the Acalanes Union High School District at a performance in Santa Monica next month.

LPIE

Thank you for making educational dreams a reality this Giving Tuesday!
Because of the amazing support of 247 donors, we unlocked our full match and DOUBLED the impact of every gift!
 
We are deeply grateful to our donors and friends who came together to champion LPIE’s mission. Thanks to you, students across our community will gain access to enriched educational experiences, paving the way for brighter futures and expanded opportunities for all.

Sports

SAVE THE DATE for fun night celebrating sports at Acalanes!

*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:

Girls soccer
Monday, Dec 9 host Bishop O’Dowd HS. JV at 5pm, Varsity at 7pm.
Wednesday, Dec 11 at Maria Carrillo HS. JV at 5pm and Varsity at 7pm.
Saturday, Dec 14 Frosh-soph host Northgate HS at 9am and at College Park HS at 2pm.
 
Boys soccer
Tuesday, Dec 10 host San Marin HS. Frosh at 4pm, JV at 5:30pm, Varsity at 7:15pm.
Saturday, Dec 14 host Petaluma HS. Frosh at 12pm, JV at 2pm and Varsity at 4pm.
 
Girls basketball
Tuesday, Dec 10 host Christian Brothers HS. JV at 5:30pm and varsity at 7pm.
Thursday, Dec 12 at Redwood HS. JV at 4:30pm and varsity at 6pm.
Saturday, Dec 14 Recognize the Game at Merritt College.
 
Boys basketball
Thursday, Dec 5 through Saturday, Dec 7 Varsity hosts the Chris Huber Memorial Invitational.
Thursday, Dec 5 through Saturday, Dec 7 JV in the Alameda Classic.
Thursday, Dec 5 through Saturday, Dec 7 Frosh in the Ken Nelson Memorial Tournament at Campolindo HS.
 
Football
Friday, Dec 13 or Saturday, Dec 14 CIF bowl championship game.
 
Wrestling
Saturday, Dec 7 Varsity in the Bay Area Invitational at Castro Valley HS.
Saturday, Dec 7 Girls in the San Leandro Invitational.
Saturday, Dec 7 JV in the Foothill tournament.
 
You may view the full 2024-2025 Athletic Schedule by clicking HERE.

General Administration Announcements

Important Attendance Reminder
If a student is leaving early during the day for any reason, it is their responsibility to pick up their "off campus pass" from the main office (after a parent has called). They can pick it up in the morning, during brunch/lunch or between periods. It must be picked up before they attend the class they are leaving early from.

APC in Action

STAFF APPRECIATION OPPORTUNITY!
Calling all bakers for one of our favorite Acalanes traditions! The APC Staff Appreciation Holiday Cookie Exchange is on Friday, Dec 13. Sign up here to contribute to this fun event for our staff!

Contact Stacey Hastings or Dominique Mickelson with any questions.

FINALS FUEL for EXAM WEEK - Get Involved
Finals are just around the corner…..and that means FINALS FUEL is back! During finals week, we provide snacks for the students during brunch period. 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 Wednesday, Dec 18 - Friday, Dec 20

Please click on the SignUpGenius and/or Amazon Wish List to help.

Contact Regan Scovic and Stephanie Asadorian with any questions. Thank you in advance for your support!

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