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College & Career
Seniors: Please come by the College and Career Center during 6th, 7th, academy, lunch and/or brunch to work on your Cal State, Common, and UC applications. Tips and strategies provided during all sessions. MaiaLearning tutorials are also provided at each visit. Great tips here!
Senior Scholarships: November is National Scholarship Month. Check out these opportunities!
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Counseling
Counselor assignments are by student last name:
A-F Anne Schonauer
G-Ka Erika Vasquez
Ke-Re Marissa Meadows
Rh-Z Susan MartinLETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION October is the month we spend writing letters for Early Decision/Action deadlines. Please have your student see us right away if they need a letter of rec!
JUNIOR PARENT NIGHT Please come to the Library on Wednesday, Nov 13 from 6:30-7:30pm to hear from Debbie Levy, College and Career Center Advisor, and Susan Martin, Counselor, about all things juniors should be thinking about as they research and prepare to apply to college next fall!
WINTER SPORTS START SOON Students planning on earning Athletic PE credit for their winter sport should pick up a contract (requires a parent, coach and student signature), return it by the deadline (late Nov) and take some timesheets to start documenting hours from the start of the winter sports season. All forms can be found in the Counseling Office. -
School Nurse
Pumpkins aren’t just for carving! They are highly nutritious and yummy too! While you may not want to cook the big pumpkin sitting outside your front door, go ahead and grab some canned pumpkin puree. Add it to multiple recipes and meals (think chili, soup, muffins). The fiber and nutrients help keep your kids healthy, strong and smart! And when you do carve that pumpkin, roast those seeds and enjoy them as a healthy snack!
Let me know if you have questions or need support.AHS School Nurse Calendar
See my website for more information.Always Your School Nurse,
Dvora Citron, RN, MS
dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128
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LPIE
Join Us for LPIE's First Ever Community Crawl!
On Saturday, Nov 9, enjoy a day of family fun with a petting zoo, face painting, arts and crafts, a bubble performer, games, and more! Over 40 local businesses have donated to support our schools. Shop and dine with them throughout Veterans Day weekend and participate in our Scavenger Hunt! Find the LPIE teddy bear at 10 locations and enter to win a gift card to Five Little Monkeys or two tickets to the LPIE Gala!
7th Annual LPIE SPRING GALA
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
The Palace Hotel San Francisco
We need your help to make this biggest fundraiser of the year a huge success! The online, silent, and live auctions fund essential programs—music, art, STEM education, libraries, electives, AP classes, teachers, technology, and more.
And this is where YOU come in! Do you have something special to offer, like a vacation home, sports tickets, an exclusive experience, or something unique? Or maybe you’ve got a brilliant idea for an auction item? We’d LOVE to hear from you!
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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:Girls tennis
Tuesday, Oct 29 DAL Singles and Doubles Playoffs at Northgate HS at 9:30am.
Wednesday, Oct 30 DAL Singles and Doubles Semifinals and Championships at Acalanes HS at 2pm.
Girls volleyball
Wednesday, Oct 30 NCS First Round Playoffs at 7pm.
Saturday, Nov 2 NCS Quarterfinal at 7pm.
Flag football
Wednesday, Oct 30 College Park HS at 5:30pm and Berean Christian HS at 6:45pm at College Park HS.
Saturday, Nov 2 DAL Playoffs at Benicia HS.
Girls water polo
Wednesday, Oct 30 at Campolindo HS. JV at 4pm and Varsity at 5pm.
Boys water polo
Wednesday, Oct 30 at Campolindo HS. Varsity at 6pm and JV at 7pm.
Cross country
Wednesday, Oct 30 DAL Center Meet at Newhall Park at 3:30pm.
Football
Thursday, Oct 31 Frosh host Campolindo HS at 5pm.
Friday, Nov 1 at Campolindo HS. JV at 4:30pm and Varsity at 7pm.You may view the full 2024-2025 Athletic Schedule by clicking HERE.
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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
October APC Dons Dialogue
Thank you to all who attended our Dons Dialogue on Friday, Oct 18. It was a packed house! This month's topics included Peer Tutoring, Breaking Down the Walls, student safety expectations, a student activities report and Q&A with Principal Shawn. If you were not able to attend, a video and slides from the discussion will be available here next week.
Thank you 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, Dec 13. Click here for the full schedule of upcoming Dons Dialogues.
Parent Volunteers Needed During Lunch
We have an incredible new volunteer opportunity! We are looking for volunteers to help oversee the student lunch line in the cafeteria on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during the school week. This is an easy and fun way to volunteer on campus and a great opportunity to volunteer with a friend! Volunteer shifts are less than an hour, and there are lots of dates to choose from. Sign up here! Please check-in at the front office when you arrive for your volunteer shift. Thank you for your support!
Student Volunteer Community Service Awards
The 2024-25 Student Volunteer Program has kicked off for the Acalanes and President’s Service Awards so please make sure your student is logging those hours! It’s a great opportunity for students to give back AND be recognized for their service. You can read more about the awards here and email us at communityservice@acalanesparentsclub.com with any questions.Follow Acalanes Parents Club on Instagram. Contact APC here with any questions.
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Acalanes Community Always (ACA)
SUMMER JAPAN TRIP
Acalanes staff are taking students on a trip to Japan this summer. Students from any grade and any of the four high schools can attend! The only requirement is an interest in travel! This trip has a little bit of everything -- ancient/historical sites, awe-inspiring locations, amazing food, and a once-in-a-lifetime bonding experience with your Lamorinda peers. Send your student on the trip of a lifetime where they become a global citizen who values travel and exploration.
For anyone interested in going on the trip to Japan this summer, please follow this link to preview the trip and to register: June 2025 - Japan.
And check out our Instagram page to see photos from the last two summers! acalanes_travelsIf you have any questions please reach out to Erin Barth or Tina Gullberg. This is not a school-sponsored trip.
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