Jennifer Hoover – Page 5 – Acalanes Parents Club

Acalanes Community Always (ACA)

October 19, 2025

Travel to Southern Spain with Señora Holland from AHS and Señora Frank from MHS

Travel Dates: June 1-June 13, 2026
Enjoy a Spanish speaking immersion program to southern Spain with two Spanish teachers from AUHSD. You will be guided by the best program with an itinerary that has been designed for you by your Spanish teachers. See the beautiful and historical sites of Southern Spain, participate in fun activities at lovely beaches, and partake in a language school in the city of Granada. The trip is full of enriching cultural experiences that you will cherish for a lifetime. Please reach out to Señora Holland or Señora Frank if you have any questions. Attached are photos from our past trip and a poster for sign ups. Muchas Gracias.

Campus Culture Committee

October 19, 2025

Acalanes Parent Club – Campus Culture Committee (CCC) Update
As we continue the 2025-2026 school year, the Campus Culture Committee (CCC) is focusing on building a stronger parent support system for all student groups on campus. We are also working closely with staff on issues that impact our students.
We recognize that supporting our students starts with supporting parents—which is why part of our mission is to ensure parents feel cared for through mental health and wellness support. This year, we launched a 3-Part Wellness Workshop Series which began in September and continues with Part 2 during our November in-person meeting.

October Days to Remember

All October: LGBTQ History Month
All October: Filipino American History Month
Oct 20: Diwali

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

Oct 20 – Virtual
Nov 17 – In-Person (Part 2 of the Wellness Workshop Series)
Dec – No Meeting
Jan 12 – Virtual
Feb 9 – In-Person
Mar 16 – Virtual
Apr 20 – In-Person (Last Meeting)
May – No Meeting

If you’d like to get involved, please email us at diversityandinclusion@acalanesparentsclub.com. All are welcome!

Reminder: Acalanes is a No Hate Zone
If your student experiences hate or bias, please encourage them to use the Bias Incident Reporting Tool (BIRT) available on the AHS website.
Submit a BIRT Report Here »

Student Activities

October 19, 2025

Fall Play (Wednesday, Oct 22-Saturday, Oct 25)
Don’t miss DramaDons production of On the Razzle this week at 7:00pm in the small theatre.
Homecoming skits video. Re-live our Homecoming rally & class skits! Look out for the Homecoming recap video Monday featuring moments from the whole week.
Encourage your student to sign up to play Staff/Student Pickleball
Staff/Student pickleball is coming up at lunch. You can sign up to play with a teacher and a team of two other students! Sign up here. It begins Oct 22.
Blood Drive – Oct 29
Acalanes is hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross and we have appointment times from 8:00am-1:45pm. Give blood and treat yourself! In addition to donating (and there is a critical need right now), donors will receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Sign up here!

Spiritwear
If you ordered spiritwear via Gryco over the summer, please have your student stop by room 314 to pick up.

Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.

College & Career

October 19, 2025

Juniors and Seniors: Davidson College is offering free Virtual workshops to support students with navigating the college search and application journey. You don’t need to be applying to Davidson to join.

Counseling

October 19, 2025

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

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: Counselors plan to spend the month of October writing letters of recommendation for all of the Early Decision and Early Action deadlines for Seniors! Please make sure your student has completed the student survey, parents have completed the parent survey, and the student has sent their counselor a resume if they want a letter of recommendation from their counselor. Students need to request teacher letters on Maia Learning, and match their Maia account with their Common App account.

QUARTER 1 HAS COME AND GONE: Quarter grades will be available by Friday, Oct 17, or Monday, Oct 20. These grades will be used to determine continued eligibility for fall sports.

Performing & Visual Arts

October 19, 2025

On the Razzle!
The AHS DramaDons Present: On the Razzle on Wednesday, Oct 22-Saturday, Oct 25 in the Acalanes Little Theater. Come check out this hilarious comedy!
All shows start at 7:00pm and doors open at 6:30pm.
For tickets and info visit: ahsperformingarts .org

LPIE

October 19, 2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Martin Homes Team as a Diamond LPIE Business Partner for the sixth year!

Erin & Darrick Martin are Lafayette parents and true community champions. Their generosity is a testament to their dedication and love for this community and our schools. We are incredibly fortunate to have their continued support.

In their own words: “At Martin Homes Team, being a repeat Diamond Sponsor of LPIE is more than just an investment in our schools—it’s a reflection of our deep roots and enduring commitment to the Lafayette community. As a team with four generations in Lafayette—we believe that strong schools are the foundation of a thriving community. We’re proud to invest in the future of Lafayette through LPIE, just as we invest in helping families find, build, and love their homes here. Real estate is not just what we do—it’s who we are, and it starts with supporting the place we all call home.”

Please join us in thanking Martin Homes Team for their continued generosity. When you support our sponsors, you support our schools. Learn more at martinhomesteam .com.

Save the Date! Gala Tickets go on sale on Nov 6!

Sports

October 19, 2025

*The game schedule 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 golf
Monday, Oct 20 DAL Championship at Lone Tree GC.

Flag football
Monday, Oct 20 at Campolindo HS. JV at 6:30pm and Varsity at 7:30pm.

Girls tennis
Tuesday, Oct 21 Northgate HS at 3:30pm. Varsity away, JV home.
Thursday, Oct 23 College Park HS at 3:30pm. Varsity home, JV away.

Girls volleyball
Tuesday, Oct 21 at Northgate HS. Freshmen 4:30pm, JV 5:30pm, Varsity 6:30pm.
Thursday, Oct 23 hosts Berean Christian HS. JV 4:30pm and Varsity 6:30pm.

Cross country
Wednesday, Oct 22 Midseason Mania at Campolindo HS 5:00pm.

Boys water polo
Wednesday, Oct 22 at College Park HS. JV at 4:00pm and Varsity at 5:00pm.
Thursday, Oct 23 Host Bishop O’Dowd HS. JV at 4:00pm and Varsity at 5:00pm.

Girls water polo
Friday, Oct 24 and Saturday, Oct 25 Varsity in NorCal Invitational at Sacred Heart Cathedral HS.

You may view the full 2024-2025 Athletic Schedule by clicking HERE.

APC Membership & Fundraising

October 12, 2025

All APC members should have received an email with a link to the Acalanes 2025-2026 Online Family Directory! If you donated to the APC and did not receive the email, please contact our Communications Team at vpcommunications @acalanesparentsclub .com.

It is not too late to donate here. With a donation of any amount, you will receive the directory, and you can also get an Acalanes tote bag. If you have any questions, or if you have donated and would like a tote bag, please contact Jen Ruhl.

Acalanes Community Always (ACA)

October 12, 2025

Lafayette Res Run for Education – Next Weekend!
Show your community spirit, and support Acalanes (Go Dons!) – sign up for the Lafayette Res Run for Education on Sunday, Oct 19. 15% of Acalanes designated registrations + donations go back to Acalanes Parents Club. Every registration counts! Be sure to select Acalanes when you register!

Thank you for supporting our schools! Go Dons!

Travel to Southern Spain with Señora Holland from AHS and Señora Frank from MHS
Travel Dates: June 1-June 13, 2026
Enjoy a Spanish speaking immersion program to southern Spain with two Spanish teachers from AUHSD. You will be guided by the best program with an itinerary that has been designed for you by your Spanish teachers. See the beautiful and historical sites of Southern Spain, participate in fun activities at lovely beaches, and partake in a language school in the city of Granada. The trip is full of enriching cultural experiences that you will cherish for a lifetime. Please reach out to Señora Holland or Señora Frank if you have any questions. Attached are photos from our past trip and a poster for sign ups. Muchas Gracias.

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