We are searching for adults to help with proctoring PSAT and SAT exams on Monday, Oct 5. Restrictions: Parents, you are NOT allowed to proctor an exam that your own child is taking.
You can volunteer your time (unpaid), or receive pay of $25/hr. This is a perfect opportunity for recent high school/college graduates, stay-at-home parents, retirees, and those searching for employment. If you are interested in learning more about proctoring, please contact the Acalanes Testing Coordinator, Jamielle McDonald at jmcdonald@auhsdschools.org.
General Announcements
APC in Action
| Fall 2026 Grants Application Now Available! Calling all teachers, parents, and students in the Acalanes community! Acalanes Parents Club is looking to award grants that will enhance and enrich the AHS student experience in new and innovative ways. Teachers, staff, and students are encouraged to submit ideas for meaningful programs, projects, and equipment that will benefit our school community. Applications are due by Friday, Sep 18. Click here to read more and access the application! |
APC Membership & Fundraising
Acalanes Parents Club has committed $200,000+ to Acalanes this school year, which will provide vital services for our entire AHS community. As of today, we have yet to reach that goal and we need your help!
We are tremendously grateful for your support, which funds the following programs for all Acalanes students and staff:
*Peer Tutoring
*Campus Enhancements
*Grants Program
*Staff & Teacher Development
*Parent Ed
*Communications
*Volunteer Opportunities
*and more…
If you haven’t had a chance to donate, please consider doing so here. The suggested amount is $450 per student, but any amount is needed and greatly appreciated.
Another important source of funds is making your donations go twice as far with Corporate Matching. Please check if your company has a matching program and reach out to samira.abrams@gmail.com.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Campus Culture Committee
Our First Cross-Campus Opportunity!
The Campolindo DEIB Parents invite parents and guardians from all AUHSD schools to join them for an evening of connection and community. All AUHSD parents and guardians are welcome!
This is just the beginning of what we hope will be more opportunities for families across our schools to connect, learn from one another, build relationships, and work together to support all students throughout AUHSD.
We hope to see some of our Acalanes families there!
📅 Wednesday, Sep 30
⏰ 6:00–8:00pm
📍 Campolindo High School Library
Join Us for Our First CCC Meeting!
September 21 | 6:30–7:30pm | Acalanes High School
We hope you will join us for our 2026–2027 CCC Kickoff Meeting!
2026–2027 CCC Meeting Schedule | 6:30–7:30pm
- Sept 21 – CCC Kickoff Meeting | In Person
- Dec 14 – Wellness Workshop with Patrick Turner | In Person
- Jan 11 – CCC Meeting | Virtual
- May – CCC Year-End Retreat | In Person, Date TBD
🖤 Black Student Union (BSU)
BSU students will have several opportunities to connect, learn, and build community throughout the year, including:
- Friday, Sep 18 – HBCU College Fair
- Monday, Oct 19 – BSU Summit
- November 16–18 – State BSU Conference
- February – Districtwide BSU Dance/Social
🏳️🌈 LGBTQ Council will continue to meet quarterly with student leaders, advisors, and district staff to collaborate on activities and opportunities that support LGBTQ+ students across AUHSD.
♿ Special Education Parent Advisory Committee meets monthly to provide families with an opportunity to connect, share information, and support the needs and experiences of students receiving special education services.
🌎 DELAC – District English Learner Advisory Committee provides an important opportunity for families of English Learner students to participate in district conversations and provide input regarding programs and services. Meetings are held at Las Lomas High School (LLHS).
💙 Have Something You’d Like Us to Bring Forward?
These districtwide parent meetings are also an opportunity for Acalanes families to have their voices represented at the district level. If there is a topic, concern, student need, or idea related to school culture, climate, inclusion, belonging, or student support that you would like us to bring forward, please reach out:
📧 diversityandinclusion@acalanesparentsclub.com
August Important Dates
August 26 – Women’s Equality Day, commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in 1920, which expanded voting rights for women in the United States. The day provides an opportunity to recognize women’s contributions to our communities and reflect on the continued importance of working toward equity and opportunity for all.
Acalanes is a No Hate Zone
At Acalanes, we are committed to maintaining a campus where every student feels safe, respected, and valued. If your student experiences or witnesses an incident involving hate or bias, please encourage them to use the Bias Incident Reporting Tool (BIRT) BiasIncident Reporting Tool (BIRT) available on the Acalanes High School website. Reporting helps our school respond appropriately and continue fostering a culture of belonging for all.
Student Activities
 Week 3 and the race to Homecoming 2026 begins with Class Informational Meetings tomorrow at lunch. Please encourage your student to attend to get info on hallway decorating parties & class skits. HOCO at Acalanes is truly a magical week. 💙💙💙In coming weeks, look for HOCO Night Out tickets, hallway work parties & details about our annual canned food drive! PEEK AT THE WEEK: Monday @ lunch: Homecoming Informational Meetings Friday @ academy: 1st environmental council. All are welcome to attend! Friday @ lunch: Blue Crew Leader interest meeting (see below for information) Club registration deadline is tomorrow! All club applications must be submitted by Monday, Aug 24. All of the information is in the application form-please read it carefully. Application form Blue Crew Leaders We are recruiting leaders of our student section, Blue Crew. If your student is interested and would like to become a blue crew leader for sports games and performing arts events fill out this form! Class shirt & spiritwear delivery If your student ordered a class shirt, we plan to hand them out at lunch on Wednesday, Sep 9. Spiritwear should arrive the week of Sep 14 and we will send an email with pick-up instructions. It’s NOT too late to purchase your ASB Sticker Please consider supporting student activities at Acalanes by purchasing an ASB sticker. They can be purchased on the webstore. Thank you in advance for your support of student programming. ASB stickers cost $115 and support all student activities at Acalanes, support athletics ($30 of every card sale goes directly to athletics), and help to pay for AHS’s finance tech’s salary. It also provides students discounts/free entry to the following: -Home athletic events (Except playoffs). This year we have 5 home football games (totaling $30 without ASB). -Free or discounted tickets to dances (For Homecoming, you will save at least $25 with ASB) -Free Acalanes t-shirt at Dons Day (worth $15) -Discounts at 12 local businesses when you show your ASB sticker on your ID card. 2026-2027 Businesses are:
Friday, Sep 11: COMMUNITY BLUE OUT-Girls Waterpolo (lunch), Girls Volleyball (6:00pm), Friday Night Lights (7:00pm) Sep 20-26: Homecoming 2026 Sunday, Sep 20: Hallway Decorating Friday, Sep 25: Homecoming rally + Friday Night Lights Saturday, Sep 26: HOCO Night Out Saturday, May 15: Junior & Senior Prom If you ever have any questions about student activities, you are always welcome to reach out to Katherine Walton, activities director. We are happy to help! Go Dons! 💙 Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings. |
Counseling
Counselor assignments are by student last name:
A-F Anne Schonauer
G-Hul Erika Vasquez on campus Tues/Fri
Hum-Pla Marissa Meadows
Ple-Z Susan Martin
Please note new Counselor Alpha Breakdown above – Erika Vasquez will be split 40% at Acalanes and 60% at Las Lomas High School this year. She will be on the AHS campus Tuesdays and Fridays, but will be available by email Monday through Friday.
Schedule Change Requests – Students may continue to request schedule changes throughout the first ten days of school – ending on Monday, Aug 24. The Change Request is posted on the AHS Website and linked here.
Grade Level Classroom Visits – Counselors will be visiting 10th and 11th grade classes this week with updates and things to consider for this school year.
Senior Appointments – Counselors will be calling in all 12th graders to discuss post-high school plans starting in early September. We will look at Maia Learning, discuss deadlines, documents needed for applications, and answer questions.
Wellness Center
Welcome back! The Acalanes Wellness Center is open and ready to support students throughout the school year. Our Wellness Center provides a welcoming, confidential space where students can receive emotional support, connect with resources, or simply take a moment to regroup during the school day.
If you are ever concerned about your child or one of their peers, we encourage you to submit a Wellness Referral. Our team will follow up with each referred student within one week.
Please remember that all Wellness Center services are confidential and completely voluntary.
We look forward to supporting our students throughout another great school year.
Performing & Visual Arts
Fall Play Auditions Continue on Tuesday, Aug 25!
- Visit the Drama Room for additional details including signing up for Auditions.
- Auditions are by appointment on Tuesday, Aug 25.
- You will audition with a monologue (provided in the audition packet).
- All Acalanes students are eligible.
- No singing required.
- The play runs Wednesday, Oct 21 through Saturday, Oct 24.
The Acalanes Jazz Ensemble will be performing at 5:15pm in the quad before Back to School Night on Thursday, Aug 27!
- Gather in the quad to start your evening on the upbeat with an array of fabulous jazz pieces performed by our talented musicians!
