Acalanes Parents Club
HomeAcalanes High School
Lafayette, California
Feb. 8, 2012
Interested in learning more about volunteering at AHS?
The Parents' Club Nominating Committee will soon begin to fill open positions for next year's Executive Board and Committee Chairs. All parents are encouraged to join the leadership team! Being a board or a committee member is a wonderful way to participate in the school community. To learn more about the opportunities, please contact committee Chairperson, Mary Newman at marydnewman@comcast.net
Feb. 1, 2012
Friday Forum This Week
Please join us this Friday, February 3rd, from 8:30 - 10am in the Faculty Dining Room. Scheduled speakers include Monika Voellm and Heidi Skvarna (World Languages), Brian Smith and Lyenne Denny (Social Studies), and Grant Cusick (Technical Education). Hope to see you there!
January 25, 2012
This week, I have a few messags of heartfelt thanks....
Parent Ed Event a Huge Success
If you attended last week's event, I'm sure you were just as impressed and inspired by the speakers as my husband and I. Thanks again to Lori Brueckner and Nancy Falk for their efforts to bring this to Acalanes - a first, and hopefully not last, visit by these two engaging speakers.
Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Acalanes staff were treated to a fabulous luncheon last Thursday. Thanks to Debbie Warren, Terry Chaparro and all of the wonderful volunteers who shopped, prepped and served. Your efforts are hugely appreciated by our hardworking staff.
Finals Fuel
Students were so grateful to receive a healthy snack and word of encouragement last week. A huge thank you to the Class Liaisons and the many parents who donated and handed out snacks. I was present two of the days and was so impressed how every student expressed their apprecation. We've got great kids at Acalanes!
Thank you to everyone who has donated time, funds and goods to Acalanes - whether through APC, LPIE, Athletic or Performing Arts Boosters or your child's team or club. We are all fortunate to be part of this caring and generous community. Thank you for taking part and making a difference.
January 18, 2012
Wishing everyone a happy finals week! I hope to see you on Thursday for Bringing Happiness to High School at 7pm in the PAC. Details in the Parent Ed section below.
January 4, 2012
Welcome back and Happy New Year!
A New Focus in 2012
APC Parent Ed is proud to host two Stanford professors who recently made headlines for their popular and groundbreaking class The Pursuit of Happiness. Doctors Luskin and Pertofsky will explain how our students can truly thrive given the unique challenges of our high performing environment. Lessons learned will benefit every family now and lay valuable groundwork for the future. Details in their article below in "Parent Ed" section.
A special thanks to our Parent Ed chairs, Nancy Falk and Lori Brueckner, for bringing this incredible life skills workshop to Acalanes. This is just one of many exciting events they planned this year - stay tuned for more...
Friday Forum THIS Friday, January 6th
8:30 - 10am in the Faculty Dining Room
Join us as we welcome back our former AHS principal to the first Friday Forum of the new year. AUHSD Superintendent John Nickerson will answer your questions on the district, the budget, and much more. Also, Lamorinda Alcohol Policy Coalition chair Jamie Rich will discuss current local issues in teenage drinking and substance abuse, including parent liability for house parties, party buses, and organized bus trips. As always, Principal Aida Glimme will graciously be on hand to answer your questions. Don't miss this important and informative discussion!
Finals Fuel January 17 - 20
It's almost Finals time. If you are interested in helping out for Finals Fuel, please contact your Class Liaisons.
Thank you!
Nov. 16, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov. 9, 2011
Students Benefit from Peer Tutoring
Does your student need a little extra help, especially now that quarter grades have arrived? Encourage them to check out the AHS Peer Tutoring program. The staff and hand-selected tutors make each student feel welcome, so the program not only improves grades but fosters peer connections on campus.
Peer Tutoring is located in room #6, in the hallway between the Drama room and the 100 wing. Students may drop in during lunch, 7th period, and after school until 4pm.
Acalanes Parents Club is proud to support the Peer Tutoring program, thanks to our generous parent donors.
Keep The Ideas Coming
Thank you to everyone who emailed suggestions and spoke up at the last Friday Forum regarding campus improvement. We've heard everything from better communication surrounding school events, to improving bathrooms and campus beautification, to purchasing extra books to lighten student backpacks. Do you have an idea or a change you'd like to see? I'd like to hear from you!
Enjoy your three day weekend - remember there is no school on Friday 11/11 in honor of Veteran's Day.
Nov. 2, 2011
Important Change to Friday Forum and Parents Club Meetings!
ALL NEW! Starting November 2011, each Friday Forum will open with a Parent Club Coffee. Find out what's happening on campus with a brief update from me and Principal Aida Glimme. Enjoy a cup of coffee while quickly finding out the latest on school events and communications, Class updates, and more, before department presentations begin.
Next APC Coffee/Friday Forum: November 4
Scheduled presenters include reps from the Math, Special Education, and PE departments. Wondering which math classes your student should take, how Special Education classes are incorporating technology, or what's happening in PE? Come to Friday Forum this week and find out!
APC Proudly Supports Math, Special Education, and PE Students
We are proud to fully fund two class periods of math this school year, allowing teachers more time to spend with each student. All Freshmen benefit from the APC-funded health curriculum. In Special Education, we purchased two Kurzweil machines to aid communication and learning in the classroom.
Do you have an idea on how we can improve?
APC has $16,500 set aside for new ways to improve the Acalanes experience. Bring your ideas to Friday Forum or please email me. Thank you for your insight and participation!
Oct. 19, 2011
Thank You to our generous donors for their dedication to enriching the quality of our children's education. I hope that families who haven't yet joined will also participate and help continue our outstanding programs and services for our students. Whether you support AHS through membership, eScrip, or matching/payroll programs through your employer, every Acalanes student benefits!
Wendy Poling
Thank You Acalanes Parents!
On behalf of the Acalanes Parents Club, I would like to thank all parents who generously donated during Online Registration and Dons Days. Gifts like yours continue to support our students in a myriad of ways. Your donations fund:
• Ten Math, English, Science, and Social Studies classes, including Sports Medicine and the new college prep elective, Contemporary Issues
• Staff Development
• Library and Counselors
• Peer Tutoring
• Special Education
• Senior Symposium and Healthy Students
• Technology, and many more essential programs
For a complete list of donors click here. If your gift was over $250.00 and you forgot to get our tax I.D. information at Dons Days, please click here for a printable form.
I invite you to attend our monthly Friday Forums to stay abreast of the latest developments at Acalanes. We value your input. Watch for announcements in the next few weeks regarding Corporate Matching and eScrip. Learn how you can help bring additional funds to Acalanes at no cost to you!
Thanks again for your support.
Kathy Hamilton, VP Fundraising
Oct. 12, 2011
Happy Homecoming Week!
We have a fabulous week ahead at Acalanes. A HUGE shout out to student activities director Julee Henderson, her hard-working Leadership students, our Class Liaisons, AHS staff, and all the parents and students who worked to make this week possible. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone at the various events this week. GO DONS!
Calling all AHS graduates
Come to the Homecoming varsity football game this Friday at 7pm to be entered in the alumni drawing. What can you win? Come catch up with fellow alumni, cheer on your Dons, and find out!
Oct. 5, 2011
Important Friday Forum THIS FRIDAY 10/7: Don't miss one of the most informative Friday Forums of the school year! Joan Karr (College & Career Center), Karen Findlay (Librarian), and the Academic Counselors share their knowledge and answer your questions this Friday, October 7, from 8:30-10am in the Faculty Dining Room. Handouts will be posted on our website if you are unable to attend.
Homecoming Fun: If you haven't already done so, please contact your Class Liaisons for ways to support your class during Homecoming Week next week. We need your help to ensure that the kids have a fun-filled week!
Photo Retakes are scheduled for Wednesday, October 12. Purchase new photo packages here (http://tinyurl.com/acalanesuc).
The SENIOR PANORAMIC PICTURE has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 26 at the Football Field Home Bleachers during lunch beginning at 12 noon.
Hope to see you Friday,
Sept. 28, 2011
So much excitement around Homecoming; the fun begins in less than 2 weeks! Please read below for specifics by class.
Enjoy your week,
Sept. 21, 2011
Extra Student Directories are now available to Parent Club members. Purchase extra copies for your car or family members for $10 each on the AHS Webstore - HERE
Bring your receipt to the Student Activities Office (next to the attendance office) for pick up.
Do you have a student involved in sports this year? Many student athletes are released early from school - check for early releases in the daily bulletin. Sign up to receive the daily bulletin via email by visiting our website. Enter your email in the Join Our Email List box and follow the instructions.
Enjoy your week,
Sept. 14, 2011
Thank you to everyone who attended Back to School Night last night. I hope that you found the evening very informative and beneficial.
Attention senior parents - Mark your calendars for two important events next week!
Senior College Planning Night: Tue, Sept. 20, 7pm in the PAC
Senior Breakfast: Wed, Sept. 21s 7:30am in the Big Gym.
Have your senior wear their senior shirt. Look for an update on how to view and order photos of this memorable event on our website.
Enjoy your week,
Sept. 7, 2011
WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS for a variety of events. Please take a few moments and sign up today. Thank you!
A HUGE congratulations to AHS staff and students for the 13-point jump in our API score. We realize this number is just a small reason why Acalanes is so phenomenal, but Parents Club salutes you. We're proud to collaborate and support your efforts (eg. by providing the amazing Illuminate data processing software used to understand how students are learning in real time).
Parents, please come to the Parents Club reception at Back to School Night,
Tues, Sept. 13. Visit with staff and fellow parents beginning at 5:30pm in the main quad before the program starts at 6pm in the gym. If you'd like to bring a dessert to share, please contact Stephanie Marrone (baymarrones@comcast.net).
I'm working the snack shack at our first Varsity home football game, Friday, Sept. 9, at 7pm. Stop by and say hello!
Go Dons!
Aug. 31, 2011
AHS and Parents Club rely on parent volunteers for a variety of events and services. Due to an unfortunate technical glitch, this year's volunteer sign-up information (part of Online Registration) was corrupted.
PLEASE log on to our website (or click the direct link) and (re-)enter your volunteer interests. Volunteering is a great way to meet staff and fellow parents, and contribute to our wonderful AHS community. THANK YOU!
Volunteer at AHS
Reminder: We have no Friday Forum or Parent Club meeting in September. For those of you who missed last week's event, handouts and summaries will be on the Parent Club website soon.
I hope to see you at Class Parent Nights next week.
Frosh: Wed, Sept. 7, 7-8:30pm in the Big Gym
Soph: Wed, Sept. 7, 7-8:30pm in the PAC
Juniors: Tue, Sept. 6, 7-8:30pm in the Big Gym
Seniors: Tue, Sept. 6, 7-8:30pm in the PAC
And finally, are you missing out on grade-specific emails? Get the latest news about your student's grade level on our Acalanes Parents website (link below). Enter your email in the Join Our Email List box. Instructions will be emailed to you on how to select your choice of news (whether the daily bulletin, Class emails, etc.).
Go Dons!
Aug. 24, 2011
Happy First Day of School!
I'd like to extend a very warm welcome to all new families, and a huge welcome back to those who are returning. Acalanes staff, student leadership, and Parents Club have many exciting things planned for you and your student(s) this year.
THANK YOU to all our wonderful donors who are helping APC meet our $360,000+ commitment to AHS this school year. If you haven't yet participated, there are several ways to help and it's not too late!Please see our website for details.
The best way to find out what's going on at Acalanes is to attend monthly Friday Forums and Parent Club Meetings. Join us this Friday, August 26th, from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. in the Faculty dining room for Friday Forum, and the APC meeting immediately following. Agenda items include: administrator and ASB introductions, plus the goals and budget for 2011-12.
Looking forward to a fantastic year,
August 4, 2011
Hello fellow parents,
The AHS custodial staff is looking for a gently used dryer to dry cleaning rags on campus. If anyone has recently remodeled, or otherwise has an extra electric dryer to donate, please let me know. Thank you, and enjoy these last few weeks of summer!
See you at Dons Days,
Wendy
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