APC in Action

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.
 
Volunteer Service Awards 
The 2022-23 volunteer program year is in full swing for the Acalanes and President’s Service Awards! All applications are due by Apr 14 so please make sure your student is logging those hours. It’s a great opportunity for students to give back AND be recognized for their service. Visit the Volunteer Service Award page (under Get Informed) on the APCwebsite to learn more and find the forms or email communityservice@acalanesparentsclub.com with any questions.

Dons Dialogue – Listen to the Recording!
Do not miss the recording or slides from our most recent Dons Dialogue on Friday, Jan 20. The room full of parents were lucky to hear an incredible overview of;

• The Course selection process from Counselor Susan Martin
• The exciting Computer Science and Engineering pathway from Teacher Dan Appel
• The impressive Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) course options from Teachers Lauren Gibson and Eric Morford
• All of the fun activities happening on campus from Leadership Student Tess Gundaker

We closed the session with a powerful Q&A discussion with Principal Shawn. 

Be sure to listen to the recording here or view the slides here! We promise you will be happy you did.

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

Dons Dialogue – Friday, Jan 20, 8:45 am in the Collaboration Center
We hope to see you for our January Dons Dialogue. Join us to hear all about the course selection process for next year. You will hear directly from the Counseling department as well as teachers from our Computer Science & Engineering and Visual & Performing Arts departments, plus open Q&A time with Principal Shawn. Coffee and treats will be served – hope to see you there!
 
Volunteer Service Awards
The 2022-23 volunteer program year is in full swing for the Acalanes and President’s Service Awards and all applications are due by Apr 14 so please make sure your student is logging those hours! It’s a great opportunity for students to give back AND be recognized for their service. Visit the Volunteer Service Award page (under Get Informed) on the APCwebsite to learn more and find the forms or email communityservice@acalanesparentsclub.com with any questions.

Dons Dialogue – Friday, Jan 20, 8:45 am in the Collaboration Center
We hope to see you for our January Dons Dialogue. Join us to hear all about the course selection process for next year. You will hear directly from the Counseling department as well as teachers from our Computer Science & Engineering and Visual & Performing Arts departments, plus open Q&A time with Principal Shawn. Coffee and treats will be served – hope to see you there!
 
We know it’s hard to believe, but course selections for next year are due Feb 3! So be sure to attend (and encourage your students to attend) all the events available to assist with the course selection process (Dons Dialogue, Open House/Course Preview and Class Academies).

2023-2024 Course Preview and Open House for Students and Parents 
Thursday, Jan 26 from 5:30-8pm
The night is a valuable resource for current Frosh, Sophomores and Juniors who are mapping out their future courses, as well as an excellent way for incoming 9th grade students to experience all that Acalanes has to offer. It’s also a great way to connect with fellow Acalanes parents. Mark your calendars to attend and stay tuned for an event schedule next week.

Finals Fuel in Action!
Thank you to all the families that contributed snacks, funds or time to hand out fun snacks and encouraging words to all our students between exams. This is a special Acalanes tradition and one of the best volunteer roles on campus. If you missed your opportunity to help this winter, don’t worry Finals Fuel will be back in the spring.

  
 Special thanks to our APC Co-Chairs Sheryl Platt and Janice Metzger!

Finals Fuel – This Week!
Thank you to all the families that have made donations!
If you haven’t already, you can still make a Costco Run donation through this evening (you can do so via venmo to @sheryl-platt-1 or paypal to sheryl@slpdesigns.net) . We use the funds to purchase the fun snacks for all our students to refuel between exam periods.
 
Thank you to our volunteers who have signed up to pass out snacks!  There are still a few spots available Thursday and Friday. 
 
Please sign up here if you are interested in donating and/or working a shift.

We have two great opportunities to treat our well deserving teachers, staff and students!
 
Staff Appreciation Holiday Cookie Exchange on Friday, Dec 9
We need lots of volunteers to pull this off and give our teachers and staff a much deserved treat. Please sign up here if you are able to bake and/or purchase holiday goodies.
 
Finals Fuel Help Needed!
Finals are almost here, which means it’s your last chance to help with FINALS FUEL! Come offer some snacks and some words of encouragement to our Dons as they wrap up the fall semester.  

Please use this Sign–Up Genius for detailed information about signing up to volunteer or purchasing snacks for us to hand out.

We especially need volunteer help on Friday, Dec 16! Even if you’ve already signed up to help on a different day, come join us again if you can. We can’t do it without you!

Thank you for your support and GO DONS!!

Parent VOLUNTEER Opportunities:

• Staff Appreciation Holiday Cookie Exchange – We need lots of volunteers to pull this off and give our Teachers & Staff a much-deserved treat.  Please sign up here if you are able to bake and/or purchase holiday goodies.
• Finals Fuel –  This is a wonderful way to get on campus and make a difference! Help our students finish strong by providing snacks in between their finals. Please sign up here if you are able to donate snacks and/or work a shift.

In Case you Missed it –  Dons Dialogue Recording & Slides
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our November Dons Dialogue. We had an incredible line-up of speakers including; Student Leadership, The Wellness Center, one of our Human and Social Development (HSD) teachers, and Sports Medicine.
If you were not able to attend, you can view slides here or listen to the recording here.

Staff Appreciation Fall Luncheon – Nov 16
APC is planning to treat our teachers and staff to a fall potluck lunch to show them how much we appreciate all that they do! The fall luncheon will take place on Wednesday, Nov 16. We will provide the entrees, but are looking for help with sides and desserts. If you are able to contribute, please sign up here. Many thanks! We are grateful for your help spoiling our amazing ACA teachers and staff!

Finals Fuel – for Exam Week
Finals are just around the corner…and that means FINALS FUEL is back! During finals week, we provide snacks for the students during the brunch period. 
You can help refuel and recharge our Dons in several ways:

• Purchase snacks and deliver directly to the College and Career Center between Dec 5 – Dec 7.
• Purchase from our Amazon Wish List and items will be shipped directly to the Acalanes College and Career Center.
• Donate money and we’ll shop for you.
• Volunteer to shop with us at Costco and/or hand out snacks on Dec 14 – Dec 16.

Please click on the Sign–up Genius and Amazon Wish List to sign up. Thank you in advance for your support!

November Dons Dialogue – Friday, Nov 18, 8:45 am in the Collaboration Center
We hope to see you for our November Dons Dialogue this Friday. Join us to hear what is happening on campus, plus hear from the Wellness team, our trainer, PE teacher and coach, Chris Clark, and our student Leadership team. Coffee and treats will be served – hope to see you there!

If you’ve missed the past events, please click here for slides and recordings. 

Meet and Greet for Transfer Parents
We’ve heard the feedback and requests for an opportunity for transfer parents to meet and connect. We hope you will join us for a casual Meet and Greet on Friday, Nov 18 immediately following our November Dons Dialogue.

A handful of experienced Acalanes parents will be on hand to help answer your questions. This will also be your opportunity to connect with other transfer families and hopefully meet some new friends. So please plan to bring your questions and appetite for a little nibble and some coffee!
 
When:  Friday, Nov 18 after Dons Dialogue (approx. 10am)
Where: Collaboration Center in the front quad (next to the Main Office)
RSVP:  Here on Evite

Staff Appreciation Fall Luncheon – Nov 16
APC is planning to treat our teachers and staff to a fall potluck lunch to show them how much we appreciate all that they do! The fall luncheon will take place on Wednesday, Nov 16. We will provide the entree, but are looking for help with sides and desserts. If you are able to contribute, please sign up here.

Finals Fuel – for Exam Week
Finals are just around the corner…and that means FINALS FUEL is back!

During finals week we provide snacks for the students during the brunch period.  
You can help refuel and recharge our Dons in several ways:

• Purchasing snacks and deliver directly to school Dec 5-7 to the College & Career Center.
• Purchasing from our Amazon Wish List and ship directly to Acalanes: College & Career Center.
• Donate money and we’ll shop for you.
• Volunteer: shop with us at Costco and/or hand out snacks on December 14, 15 &16.

 Please click on the Sign-up Genius and Amazon Wishlist for more information.

Thank you in advance for your support!

November Dons Dialogue – Friday, Nov 18 
Please join us for our November Dons Dialogue on Friday, Nov 18 at 8:45am in the Collaboration Center. This is the best way to stay in the know about what’s happening on campus. Plus, it’s always a fun way to connect with new and old friends…and we have coffee!

Meet and Greet for Transfer Parents
We’ve heard the feedback and requests for an opportunity for transfer parents to meet and connect. We hope you will join us for a casual Meet and Greet on Friday,  Nov 18immediately following our November Dons Dialogue.
 
A handful of experienced Acalanes parents will be on hand to help answer your questions. This will be your opportunity to connect with other transfer families, get answers to questions and hopefully meet some new friends. So please plan to bring your questions and appetite for a little nibble and some coffee!

When:  Friday, Nov 18 after Dons Dialogue (approx. 10am)
Where: Collaboration Center in the front quad (next to the Main Office)
RSVP:  Here on Evite

Thank you Dr. Z and Peer Tutoring!
Huge shout out to Dr. Z and our incredible Peer Tutoring program for hosting the Pizza with Dr. Z Math Seminar this week. As you can see, it was standing room only! It’s hard to pass up math time with Dr. Z and Pizza. 

All of this is possible thanks to your generous donations to APC. Be on the lookout for more valuable opportunities organized by Peer Tutoring.

Peer tutoring is located in Room 107. Hours are: Academy, 7th period, lunch and every day 1 hour after school.

 

Volunteer Service Awards
The 2022-23 volunteer program year has kicked off for the Acalanes and President’s Service Awards so please make sure your student is logging those hours! It’s a great opportunity for students to give back AND be recognized for their service. Visit the ServiceAward page under Get Informed on the APC website to learn more and find the forms. You can also email communityservice@acalanesparentsclub.com with any questions.
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