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College & Career

September 27, 2026

Join us for our FAFSA Night! Forms like the FAFSA and CSS Profile can feel like a maze of confusing questions, but getting them right is one of the biggest levers you have for maximizing your aid. We’ve partnered with College Aid Pro to bring you a free webinar that walks you through both forms, so you can confidently submit them accurately and on time.
FAFSA & CSS Profile Made Simple: Successfully Navigate the Financial Aid Forms
Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 6:00pm PST

Here’s what you’ll walk away knowing:

The key differences between the FAFSA and CSS Profile, and who needs to file which
Common mistakes that cost families aid dollars
How to handle tricky questions around income, assets, and household size
Deadlines you can’t afford to miss

Can’t make it live? No problem, register anyway and we’ll send the recording straight to your inbox.

Student Activities

September 27, 2026

WOW! 2026 Homecoming did not disappoint-so many incredible moments, memories, class & campus camaraderie & Acalanes spirit. My 💙is FULL and incredibly grateful to our community for an amazing week!

Look for the homecoming rally video later this week along with a full recap of Homecoming on @ahs _dons.

I would be remiss if I didn’t spotlight some key individuals who TRULY made this week happen.

First, our 19 parent liaisons. In all senses of the word, you are the REAL MVPs! Thank you for all of the time & energy you poured into Acalanes and your class. Your grit, patience, positivity, love & commitment shines so bright at all times but especially this week.
Second, to our 18 class officers. The hours you invested in HOCO 2026 is more than anyone will ever know but your passion and love for your class is something that inspires me to be better every single day. Thank you for giving Acalanes your absolute best this past week.
Lastly, to our 6 ASB officers, rallies, student life & leadership. You coordinated every aspect of Homecoming making memories come alive for your peers. From lunchtime activities to dress-ups to Chef Night, canned food drive, dodgeball, FNL & HOCO Night Out, you provided endless opportunities for our community to truly live out the best week EVER. I couldn’t be more proud.

We are going to take a week to regroup and will be back in October with more amazing programming for our campus & community.

Proud to be a Don today & always! 💙

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

Counseling

September 27, 2026

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

Senior Appointments
Counselors are 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.

CSF application period is now open!   California Scholarship Federation (CSF) is an honor society for high school students. Current juniors and seniors should apply this month. Students who are members for at least 4 semesters during high school get a gold sash to wear at graduation and it’s an award to put on college applications. Students need to re-apply every semester. Please read the application carefully for eligibility requirements and instructions. The deadline is Wednesday, Sept 30.

Wellness Center

September 27, 2026

The Acalanes Wellness Center is open and ready to support students throughout the school year. We will also be continuing to do table activities during lunch.

Wellness will be presenting suicide awareness presentations during Academy, along with tabling events during lunch. These efforts are meant to increase awareness, encourage open conversation about mental health, and connect students with available resources. Our goal is to remind students that they don’t have to navigate difficult moments alone and that reaching out for support is an important step. We encourage students to visit the Wellness Center or connect with a trusted adult if they or someone they know may need additional support. We will also be introducing art therapy and coping skills. We will have painting materials in the Wellness Center for student use.

What We Do
The Wellness Center aims to support the needs of all students. This includes those who may be feeling overwhelmed, lonely, anxious, stressed, sad, or confused, as well as anyone experiencing other challenging emotions. We offer both ongoing and drop-in counseling services, Wellness breaks, information about community resources, and opportunities to join clubs and student programs. We also host a variety of educational events during lunchtime and Academy throughout the school year.

Get Connected

If you have questions about Wellness, please email us at AHS Wellness coordinator
To refer a student to Wellness, please use this form: AHSWellnessReferral
Please remember that all Wellness Center services are confidential and completely voluntary.
Follow us on Instagram @acalaneswellness to find out more about what we’re doing to support Acalanes students. There is also additional information about our program on the Acalanes High School website.

We look forward to supporting our students throughout another great school year.

Performing & Visual Arts

September 27, 2026

Mark your calendars for our most popular concert of the year! Our annual Pops concert will take place on Thursday, Oct 8 at 6:30pm at the Acalanes Performing Arts Center and will feature music from Raye, Lady Gaga, Abba & more!

For family and friends who are unable to attend in person, please share the livestream below! We are thrilled to be able to share Acalanes music far and wide, thanks to the Broadcasting Club! https ://youtube .com /live /sOeP 13 C 2 FOM ?feature =share

Dons show up and we intend to pack the house! Tell your students, friends and family and DO NOT MISS what promises to be a fantastic event!

Dons show up! The Acalanes Pep Band will be performing at our home football games on Friday, Oct 16 and Friday, Nov 6. Go Dons!

Get ready for Macbeth! Performances are Oct 22–24 at the Acalanes Performing Arts Center. Tickets go on sale Thursday, Oct 1.

LPIE

September 27, 2026

LPIE is currently at 45% of our annual fundraising goal, and we need our community’s help to close the gap.
Every gift helps fund the people and programs that enrich the educational experience for our students. If you haven’t yet made your annual gift or pledge, please consider donating today and help us keep Lafayette schools strong.
Donate today and help us reach 100%

Sports

September 27, 2026

*The game schedule below 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:

Flag football
Monday, Sept. 28 at Ygnacio Valley HS. JV at 6:00pm and Varsity at 7:30pm.
Wednesday, Sept. 30 at Clayton Valley Charter HS. JV at 6:00pm and Varsity at 7:30pm.

Girls golf
Monday, Sept. 28 Fall Classic at Monarch Bay GC.

Girls tennis
Tuesday, Sept. 29 Las Lomas HS at 4:00pm. Varsity is away and JV is home.
Thursday, Oct. 1 Northgate HS at 4:00pm. Varsity is home and JV is away.

Girls volleyball
Tuesday, Sept. 29 host Las Lomas HS. Freshmen at 4:30pm, JV at 5:30pm and Varsity at 7:00pm.

Boys water polo
Tuesday, Sept. 29 host James Logan HS. JV at 4:00pm and Varsity at 5:00pm.
Wednesday, Sept. 30 host Las Lomas HS. JV at 4:00 pm and Varsity at 5:00pm.
Thursday, Oct. 1 host Piedmont HS. JV at 6:30pm and Varsity at 7:30pm.
Friday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 3 JV Crusher Tournament at Vintage HS.

Girls water polo
Wednesday, Sept. 30 host Las Lomas HS. Varsity at 6:00pm and JV at 7:00pm.
Thursday, Oct. 1 host Archbishop Mitty HS. JV at 4:30 pm and Varsity at 5:30pm.

Tackle football
Thursday, Oct. 1 Freshmen at San Leandro HS at 5:00pm.

General Announcements

September 21, 2026

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.

APC in Action

September 21, 2026

APC Fall 2026 Grants Application Deadline Extended!
Have an idea that could make Acalanes even better? Acalanes Parents Club wants to help bring it to life! Teachers, staff, students, and parents are invited to submit grant requests for creative programs, projects, experiences, and equipment that enrich the AHS student experience.

Past APC grants have helped fund everything from bike racks and lunchtime recreation equipment to peer tutoring programs, STEM field trips, leadership conferences, garden supplies, and more.

Applications are due Friday, Sept 18.
Click here to read more and access the application!

Parents Club Pro-Tip

September 21, 2026

Community Service – Helper Helper
If students would like to set up a Helper Helper account to log their service hours, please email from their personal email account to communityservice@acalanesparentsclub.comand include their personal email, name, birthdate and graduation year.

Volunteer Opportunities
Recurring volunteer roles require the new District process for volunteer validation (e.g. driving for field trips, sporting events, etc). Standalone volunteer opportunities (e.g. Football, Snack Shack) on campus do not require the new/latest rigorous training required by the district this year.
Click HERE to access the AUHSD volunteer portal.
Click HERE to explore volunteer opportunities.

Order School Photos – If you would like to order your student’s school photos, you can contact Studio 1. There is also a QR code on the back of your student’s school ID card to support ordering.

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