News & Announcements

Campus Culture Committee

March is a month rich with celebration, reflection, and community connection. Please join us as we honor and recognize the many religious observances, cultural celebrations, and awareness months taking place.
Awareness & Heritage Months

  • Women’s History Month
  • Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  • Gender Equality Month

Religious & Cultural Observances

  • Feb 17 – Mar 19: Ramadan
  • Feb 23 – Apr 11: Great Lent
  • March 4: Holi
  • March 20: Nowruz (Persian New Year)
  • March 31: Transgender Day of Visibility
We look forward to celebrating the diversity within our community. Throughout the month, we will spotlight inspiring women and uplift individuals with developmental disabilities. If there is a person, story, or organization you would like us to highlight, please let us know here.

 Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer and fasting in many Western Christian denominations. It is preceded by Shrove Tuesday and marks the first day of Lent. It is a holy day of prayer and fasting and begins the six-week season of reflection leading up to Easter.

 Annual ACA Color Run / Holi Celebration – Go Dons!

Sunday, Mar 8
Celebrate Holi and school spirit at our annual ACA Color Run!
Be sure to register and join the fun as we come together in celebration and community.

 Games for Good – Community Game Night & Fundraiser
Sunday, Mar 22 | 4:00–6:00pm
 Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church
Join us for an evening of global-inspired games, friendly competition, and connection to support Together We Stand.
Enjoy:

  • Easy-to-learn games for all ages
  • Snacks and beverages
  • Small prizes
  • A chance to make a meaningful local impact

Your suggested donation ($45 adults / $25 youth) and optional pantry-item contributions will directly support Together We Stand’s work providing food and essential services to immigrant and vulnerable families facing food insecurity in our community.

Teen Volunteer Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/jZan32gpZoPhDNEc9

 
Wellness Center Update

If you’re ever concerned about your student or their peers, please don’t hesitate to submit a Wellness Referral. Our team follows up with each referred student within one week, and all services are completely voluntary.

 
Join Us Monthly! (In-Person & Virtual Meetings)
Meeting Schedule | 6:00–7:30pm

  • Mar 16 – Virtual
  • Apr 20 – In-Person (Final Meeting)
  • May – No Meeting
We welcome all families to join us as we continue building a supportive, inclusive, and connected Acalanes community.
 

📬 Stay Connected
If you’d like to get involved or learn more, please reach out:
📧 diversityandinclusion@acalanesparentsclub.com

All are welcome—we’d love to have you join us!