Message from your APC President

JANUARY 12, 2026

Hello Acalanes Families –

It’s already that time of year when students begin registering for courses for the upcoming school year. Please mark your calendar for Course Preview & Open House on Thursday, Jan 29. The Acalanes Parents Club (APC) will host a reception from 5:30–6:00pm in the Chris Huber Gym.

A family meeting for incoming 9th grade parents and students will take place at 5:45pm. Following the reception, drop-in and breakout sessions will run from 6:15–8:00pm. This event is a valuable opportunity to learn more about course offerings, academic pathways, and the wide range of opportunities available to students at Acalanes. Attendance is highly encouraged. Please read below for more information about the breakout sessions.

We also invite you to join us for Dons Dialogue on Friday, Jan 23, at 8:45am, where we will review key resources and important deadlines related to 2026–27 course selection. We’ll continue our program spotlight series featuring VAPA, World Language, and Leadership, offering a valuable opportunity to hear directly from Acalanes teachers and learn more about course offerings and academic pathways.

A special note to senior parents: simple expressions of gratitude go a long way. As college-bound seniors have submitted their applications, please encourage your student to take a moment to say thank you to those who supported them throughout the process. Counselors and teachers who wrote letters of recommendation played a critical role, and a handwritten note of appreciation is a meaningful way to acknowledge their time and effort during this milestone-filled journey.

Go Dons!
💙Jocelyn Birrell
president@acalanesparentsclub.com