APC in Action

APC in Action

Volunteer Service Awards
All applications for the Acalanes and President’s Service Awards are due by Friday, Apr 14. Each service hour needs to be signed off by the volunteer service organization and all forms must be submitted with a volunteer service application by this Friday. This is a great opportunity to recognize our Acalanes students who give back. Visit the Volunteer ServiceAward page to learn more and find the forms.
Please email communityservice@acalanesparentsclub.com with any questions.

APC Spring Grants Have Been Awarded 
Thank you to the parents, teachers and staff who submitted proposals for an APC Grant. APC Grants are funded through parent donations. We are pleased to announce four grants have been awarded this spring:

  • Peer Tutoring will receive funds to incentivize students to attend a new seminar program. Topics covered will be such as Tips for Studying for a Math Test, The Benefits of Developing Relationships with your Teachers and Tips for Writing an English Essay.
  • Campus Enhancement Committee will receive funds to replace top boards of the retaining wall adjacent to the Acalanes swimming pool. This will ensure a safe and improved experience for students and visiting families when they come for swim meets during the year and over the summer.
  • The Student Diversity Board will receive funds to design and hang banners in order to show support for celebratory and diversity-related events.
  • AHS Garden Space (in association with Science dept) will receive funds for restoration and spring planting in the AHS garden spaces, specifically for soil amendments, gopher baskets, and plants.

      

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March Dons Dialogue – Listen to the Recording!
Do not miss the recording or slides from our most recent Dons Dialogue on Friday, Mar  24. This month we had a great discussion on the following topics;

  • Grading best practices with Associate Superintendent John Walker
  • Department Spotlights on Special Education and Social Science plus our Equity and Inclusion Teacher
  • Bias Incidence Reporting with Associate Principal Powers
  • All of the fun activities happening on campus from Leadership Student Tess Gundaker

The next Dons Dialogue will be Wednesday, Apr 19 at 6pm in the Acalanes Library.

SWELL CENTER is open at the Lafayette Library over spring break.
If your student is looking for a chance to connect with others at any point over spring break, check out the events at the Swell Center for spring break. Open to all 6-12th graders, Monday through Friday from 11am – 3pm.

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March Dons Dialogue – This Friday at 8:45am!
Join us on Friday, Mar 24 in the Collaboration Center for coffee, treats and great dialogue!  This month’s topics include;

  • Grading with Associate Superintendent John Walker
  • Department spotlights on Social Science and Special Education plus our Equity & Inclusion teacher
  • Incidence Reporting System with Associate Principal Powers
  • Q&A with Principal Shawn

Grab a friend and come join us for coffee, treats and community!

AHS COLOR RUN:  Sunday, Mar 26 at 9am

Please support this fundraiser for the Classes of 2024 and 2025!

This fun event is open to all ages!

  • Get Your Tickets Here
  • Sign Up to Help Here

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AHS COLOR RUN:  Sunday Mar 26 at 9am
Please support this fundraiser for the Classes of 2024 and 2025

Open to all ages!

Get Your Tickets Here:
Click Here to Register

Sign Up to Help Here: We are looking for adult volunteers to help so please sign up here:  AdultVolunteers

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AHS COLOR RUN:  SIGN UP NOW
Sunday, Mar 26
at 9am

Don’t miss this fun community event that supports the Acalanes Class of 2024 & 2025!
All ages welcome!

Sign up today HERE!

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February Dons Dialogue – Listen to the Recording!
Do not miss the recording or slides from our most recent Dons Dialogue on Friday, Feb 24. The great discussion included an overview of;

  • School Funding with Superintendent Nickerson and LPIE
  • Department Spotlight covering World Language, English and Journalism
  • CAASPP Testing – when its happening and why its important
  • All of the fun activities happening on campus from Leadership Student Tess Gundaker

The next Dons Dialogue will be Friday, Mar 24 at 8:45am.

APC Spring Grant Application – ONE WEEK left to submit!
We invite all AHS teachers, staff, students, and parents to submit a grant application for programming, materials or projects that enhance the educational experience for our school community; all ideas are welcome. Click here for criteria and application. Completed proposals and questions can be submitted to Nicole Sanders or delivered to the APC Box in the front office before the Friday, Mar 3 deadline.

AHS COLOR RUN:  SIGN UP NOW
Sunday, Mar 26
at 9am
Don’t miss this fun community event that supports the Acalanes Class of 2024 & 2025! All ages welcome!
Sign up today HERE!

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February Dons Dialogue – This Friday at 8:45am!
Join us on Friday, Feb 24 in the Collaboration Center for coffee, treats and informative dialogue!  This month’s topics include;

  • Superintendent Nickerson and LPIE discussing California state funding
  • Department spotlights on world language, ELA and journalism
  • CAASPP testing information
  • Q&A with Principal Shawn

The APC Dons Dialogues are the best way to stay in the loop with what is happening on campus, ask any questions you may have or just connect with the Acalanes community.
We hope to see you Friday!

APC Spring Grant Application – Still two Weeks Left to Submit!
We invite all AHS teachers, staff, students, and parents to submit a grant application for programming, materials or projects that enhance the educational experience for our school community; all ideas are welcome. Click here for criteria and application. Completed proposals and questions can be submitted to Nicole Sanders or delivered to the APC Box in the front office before the Friday, Mar 3 deadline.

AHS COLOR RUN:  SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, Mar 26 at 9am

The 4th annual Color Run fundraiser will take place at AHS and supports the classes of 2024 and 2025. It is a 1 or 2 mile loop through the Acalanes campus and is open to ALL of our local community- elementary, middle and high school students and families. Each participant receives a white t-shirt to wear through the five color stations where participants will emerge in a rainbow of colors by the end of the run.
Sign up today HERE!

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APC Spring Grant Application Window is Now Open!
We invite all AHS teachers, staff, students, and parents to submit a grant application for programming, materials or projects that enhance the educational experience for our school community; all ideas are welcome. Click here for criteria and application. Completed proposals and questions can be submitted to Nicole Sanders or delivered to the APC Box in the front office before the Friday, Mar 3 deadline.

SAVE THE DATE: ACALANES HIGH SCHOOL COLOR RUN Sunday, Mar 26 at 9am
The 4th annual Color Run fundraiser will take place at AHS and supports the classes of 2024 and 2025. It is a 1 or 2 mile loop through the Acalanes campus and is open to ALL of our local community- elementary, middle and high school students. Each participant receives a white t-shirt to wear through the five color stations where participants will emerge in a rainbow of colors by the end of the run. Sign up today!

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APC Needs You!
Want to get more involved in doing something positive for our school and students? If so, there is no better way than joining our vast APC Board. From big roles to smaller event driven jobs, APC is looking for parents who want to make a difference and enhance our students’ high school experience. Click here to learn more about all the APC roles and how you can possibly get involved next year.
 
Are you able to get involved NOW? APC is looking for a Website Coordinator for the 2023-24 school year who can start learning the ropes from our current coordinator. It’s a fantastic way to learn all things Acalanes. The position requires only 20-30 min a week to make regularly scheduled updates. No previous WordPress experience necessary. If you’re interested in this, or any role, please reach out ASAP to Kristen Labrosse, APC Parliamentarian.
 
APC Spring Grant Application Window is Now Open!
We invite all AHS teachers, staff, students, and parents to submit a grant application for programming, materials or projects that enhance the educational experience for our school community; all ideas are welcome. Click here for criteria and application. Completed proposals and questions can be submitted to Nicole Sanders or delivered to the APC Box in the front office before the Friday, Mar 3 deadline.
 
Special Thank You to our APC Hospitality Chairs
Huge shout out to Audra Fraioli and Kari Trimble, APC Hospitality Co-Chairs, for their beautiful homemade snacks for Course Preview & Open House last week. The APC reception and Principal Shawn’s presentation was such a nice way to welcome our incoming Acalanes families.

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Peer Tutoring Seminar for Students
Peer Tutoring is hosting its second student seminar on Thursday, Feb 2 during lunch in Room 107. Acalanes Spanish teacher Sra. Skvarna will discuss with students the importance of building relationships with teachers. She will share the hows and whys of connecting with your current teachers and future professors. No pre-registration is required. The first 40 students will get free pizza!
 
Nominating Committee Volunteers NEEDED!
APC Nominating Committee needs your help! We are looking for volunteers to join the 2023 Nominating Committee to help fill our 2023-2024 APC Board. This role is a small time commitment, but has a large ability to help. The committee will begin at the end of this month. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, please email Kristen Labrosse, APC Parliamentarian.

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