From the Activities Director

THIS WEEK:

• Tuesday-Friday: 3 v 3 Staff/Student Basketball in the Chris Huber gym
• Friday academy: Latinos Unidos & Filipino Club potluck
• Sunday @ 9:00am: Color Run

 
March 10 & 11: Junior & Senior Prom invitations get handed out in English classes.
 
Join us on Sunday, Mar 8, for Acalanes’ annual Color Run! The event celebrates the Hindu holiday Holi, a festival celebrating the arrival of spring. Parents and children are invited to take part in a 1- or 2-mile run around the Acalanes campus while getting covered in colored powder. Before the run, stop by for Dunkin’ Donuts, snacks, games, and a raffle— all included in your ticket. It’s a great way to spend the morning with friends, celebrate our community, and support the Classes of 2027 & 2028.
The first 150 people to sign up will get a free Color Run t-shirt, so grab your friends and register soon! 

Is your student interested in making some cash? Join us as a seller at the Spring Thrift Pop-up on Mar 11 at lunch in the Soph Quad! Sell some clothes, jewelry, trinkets, baked goods, drinks- anything fun you want to sell!  You keep all the profits you made! Click the link below to sign up! Thrift Seller Application

SAVE THE DATE: Homecoming 2026, Sept 20-26
 
If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

THIS WEEK:

• Monday @ lunch: Unified Basketball in the big gym + Ping pong in the small gym
• Tuesday: Blood Drive (thank you to those donating!)
• Wednesday-Friday: ASB, Class Officer & Spirit Commissioner Elections
• Wednesday:
  • Academy: Special Education training (see below)
  • Lunch: Black Excellence Jeopardy + Ping Pong
• Friday:
  • Academy: Whole School Rally (Wear White)
  • Lunch: ACA Buddies
  • 7:00-9:00pm: District wide Dance at Acalanes

Come to the Unified Basketball Game on Monday, Feb 23 @ Lunch in the big gym. Show out and Wear Blue. We can’t wait to see you there!
 
Interested in making our campus even MORE inclusive and supportive? Come join us on Feb 25 in 314 during Academy for this semester’s Special Education Training! Learn more about different disabilities, forms of communication, and tools for mindful interaction/connection! Sign up for Walton’s Academy, show up!
 
FRIDAY  is a BIG DAY at Acalanes. We have our 2nd semester kick-off rally + we are hosting the only district wide dance that evening. Both events are glow in the dark themed. PLEASE encourage your student to attend the dance with their district friends- join students from every school for a high-energy night of music, lights, and unforgettable fun. Don’t miss the dance everyone will be talking
about! Buy your ticket here.
 
Caregivers! We would love your baking and cooking assistance for our districtwide dance. Consider signing up to bring yummy food via this sign–up genius. Still  many spots including volunteers for the night of!

Sign up for 3 v 3 March Madness Basketball! Mar 3-6 at lunch there will be a 3v3 basketball tournament with staff and students. Sign-up with a friend and a staff member to compete in the competition to win the illustrious 3v3 basketball trophy. We are taking the first 12 teams that sign up, so fill out the form fast with your 3v3 basketball squad! Make sure to read over requirements on forming a team.
 
Are you interested in making some cash? Join us as a seller at the Spring Thrift Pop-up on Mar 11 at lunch in the Soph Quad! Sell some clothes, jewelry, trinkets, baked goods, drinks- anything fun you want to sell!  You keep all the profits you made! Click the link below to sign up! Thrift Seller Application

Join us on Sunday, Mar 8, for Acalanes’ annual Color Run! The event celebrates the Hindu holiday Holi, a festival celebrating the arrival of spring. Parents and children are invited to take part in a 1- or 2-mile run around the Acalanes campus while getting covered in colored powder. Before the run, stop by for Dunkin’ Donuts, snacks, games, and a raffle— all included in your ticket. It’s a great way to spend the morning with friends, celebrate our community, and support the Classes of 2027 & 2028.
 
The first 150 people to sign up will get a free Color Run t-shirt, so grab your friends and register soon! 
 
SAVE THE DATE: Homecoming 2026
September 20-26

If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

THIS WEEK:

• Wednesday @ lunch: Black Excellence event in room 314 + Chris Huber Ping Pong Tournament in the small gym
• Thursday @ lunch: Chris Huber Ping pong tournament
• Friday:
  • Before school: sophomore pancake bar
  • Lunch: Chris Huber ping pong
  • After school: Bake Sale benefiting 2026 Prom

Feb 27 is a BIG DAY at Acalanes. We have our 2nd semester kick-off rally + we are hosting the only district wide dance that evening. Both events are glow in the dark themed. PLEASE encourage your student to attend the dance with their district friends- join students from every school for a high-energy night of music, lights, and unforgettable fun. Don’t miss the dance everyone will be talking about! Buy your ticket here.
 
Caregivers! We would love your baking and cooking assistance for our districtwide dance. Consider signing up to bring yummy food via this sign–up genius. Still so many spots!
 
2026-2027 Leadership
Are you an incoming 9th grader and interested in leadership?  The application is now available and due THIS Friday, Feb 20. 
 
Sign up for the Talent Show! The Talent Show is open to all students and participants must sign up by February 20. If interested in hosting, note that your script will be screened by ASB however you have creative freedom to tailor it to your liking. Sign up to host here.All talents are welcome at the show however we will only accept 11-12 acts, so video demos of your act must be provided to ASB for selection. Sign up to perform an act of yourchoice here.
 
Join us on Sunday, Mar 8, for Acalanes’ annual Color Run! The event celebrates the Hindu holiday Holi, a festival celebrating the arrival of spring. Parents and children are invited to take part in a 1- or 2-mile run around the Acalanes campus while getting covered in colored powder. Before the run, stop by for Dunkin’ Donuts, snacks, games, and a raffle— all included in your ticket. It’s a great way to spend the morning with friends, celebrate our community, and support the Classes of 2027 & 2028.
 
The first 150 people to sign up will get a free Color Run t-shirt, so grab your friends and register soon! 
 
Blood Drive — Feb 24
Acalanes is hosting our spring blood drive on Tuesday, Feb 24, and are looking to fill 30 donor spots. Consider donating by signing up here.
 
SAVE THE DATE: Homecoming 2026
September 20-26
 
If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

THIS WEEK:

• Monday @ lunch: Election meeting (ASB, Class Officer, Spirit Commissioner) + Cupcake decorating in the frosh quad
• Tuesday @ lunch: Candle decorating in room 314
• Wednesday:
  • Academy: ACA Buddies Valentine’s Day
  • Lunch: Black Excellence event + candy bags/cards
• Thursday @ lunch: Bouquet making in room 314

2026-2027 Leadership
Are you an incoming 9th grader and interested in leadership?  The application is now available and due Friday, Feb 20.  We will hold an informational meeting at Stanley on Tuesday, Feb 10 at lunch.
 
Join us on Sunday, Mar 8, for Acalanes’ annual Color Run! The event celebrates the Hindu holiday Holi, a festival celebrating the arrival of spring. Parents and children are invited to take part in a 1- or 2-mile run around the Acalanes campus while getting covered in colored powder. Before the run, stop by for Dunkin’ Donuts, snacks, games, and a raffle— all included in your ticket. It’s a great way to spend the morning with friends, celebrate our community, and support the Classes of 2027 & 2028.
 
The first 150 people to sign up will get a free Color Run t-shirt, so grab your friends and register soon! 
 
Blood Drive — Feb 24
Acalanes is hosting our spring blood drive on Tuesday, Feb 24, and are looking to fill 50 donor spots. Consider donating by signing up here. Looking for 39 more donors!
 
FEEL THE GLOW — AUHSD district wide dance
Get ready to Feel the Glow at this year’s one and only All-District Dance on Friday, Feb 27 from 7:00–9:00pm! Join students from every school for a high-energy night of music, lights, and unforgettable fun. Bring your friends, show off your best moves, and make memories that will last all year. Don’t miss the dance everyone will be talking about! Buy your ticket here.
 
Caregivers! We would love your baking and cooking assistance for our districtwide dance. Consider signing up to bring yummy food via this sign–up genius. Still so many spots!
 
SAVE THE DATE: Homecoming 2026
September 20-26
 
If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

THIS WEEK:

• Monday @ lunch: ASB Informational Meeting
• Tuesday @ 7:30am: Equity Council
  • Leadership applications due today for current 9, 10, 11
• Wednesday @ lunch: Black Excellence Month kick-off meeting
  • 7:00pm: Boys Basketball game: Meat Team/Bake Sale for Prom 2026
• Friday academy: Seedpaper card decorating in room 314

2026-2027 Leadership
Are you interested in joining the ‘26-’27 leadership program? There are a variety of committees and something for everyone. The process involves an application, a short teacher recommendation and an interview (plus elections for ASB + class officers + spirit commissioners).  Applications for current 9, 10 and 11 are due Tuesday Feb 3. You must be logged into your school account to access the application.
 
Are you an incoming 9th grader and interested in leadership?  The application is now available and due Friday, Feb 20.  We will hold an informational meeting at Stanley on Feb10 at lunch.
 
Join us on Sunday, Mar 8, for Acalanes’ annual Color Run! The event celebrates the Hindu holiday Holi, a festival celebrating the arrival of spring. Parents and children are invited to take part in a 1- or 2-mile run around the Acalanes campus while getting covered in colored powder. Before the run, stop by for Dunkin’ Donuts, snacks, games, and a raffle— all included in your ticket. It’s a great way to spend the morning with friends, celebrate our community, and support the Classes of 2027 & 2028.
 
The first 150 people to sign up will get a free Color Run t-shirt, so grab your friends and register soon! 
 
Blood Drive — Feb 24
Acalanes is hosting our spring blood drive on Tuesday, Feb 24, and are looking to fill 50 donor spots. Consider donating by signing up here.
 
FEEL THE GLOW — AUHSD district wide dance
Get ready to Feel the Glow at this year’s one and only All-District Dance on Friday, Feb 27 from 7:00–9:00pm! Join students from every school for a high-energy night of music, lights, and unforgettable fun. Bring your friends, show off your best moves, and make memories that will last all year. Don’t miss the dance everyone will be talking about! Buy your ticket here.
 
Caregivers! We would love your baking and cooking assistance for our districtwide dance. Consider signing up to bring yummy food via this sign–up genius. Still so many spots!
 
If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

THIS WEEK:

• Jan 26 @ lunch: Class Cup Soccer in the big gym
• Jan 27 @ lunch: Leadership Info Meeting in room 314
• Jan 28 @ lunch: Class Cup Soccer in the big gym + Blueprint informational meeting in room 209
• Jan 29: Open House!
• Jan 30 @ lunch: Club Day

2026-2027 Leadership
Are you interested in joining the ‘26-’27 leadership program? There are a variety of committees and something for everyone. The process involves an application, a short teacher recommendation and an interview (plus elections for ASB + class officers + spirit commissioners). The best way to get information and ask questions is at the informational meeting on Tuesday, Jan 27, at lunch in room 314. All are welcome to attend.
 
Applications are available now and due Feb 3. You must be logged into your school account to access the application.
 
Note: This is for current Acalanes students; the application for incoming 9th graders will be available beginning Jan 29 on the Acalanes home page & in room 314 at Open House.
 
Blood Drive — Feb 24
Acalanes is hosting our spring blood drive on Tuesday, Feb 24, and are looking to fill 50 donor spots. Consider donating by signing up here.
 
FEEL THE GLOW — AUHSD district wide dance
Get ready to Feel the Glow at this year’s All-District Dance on Feb 27 from 7:00–9:00pm! Join students from every school for a high-energy night of music, lights, and unforgettable fun. Bring your friends, show off your best moves, and make memories that will last all year. Don’t miss the dance everyone will be talking about! Buy your ticket here.
 
Caregivers! We would love your baking and cooking assistance for our districtwide dance. Consider signing up to bring yummy food via this sign–up genius
 
If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

THIS WEEK:

• Jan 20: 2026-2027 Leadership Applications available
• Jan 20 at 7:00pm: BIG 10 Soccer-Boys vs. Campolindo
• Jan 21: Schoolwide academy—Dons are Stronger Together
• Jan 21: Spring Club Day at lunch
• Jan 22nd @ lunch: Frosh wellness & gratitude info session in room 314
• Jan 23
  • 7:30am: Senior Breakfast
  • Lunch: ACA Buddies + Class Cup Soccer

2026-2027 Leadership
Are you interested in joining the ‘26-’27 leadership program? There are a variety of committees and something for everyone. The process involves an application, a short teacher recommendation and an interview (plus elections for ASB + class officers + spirit commissioners). The best way to get information and ask questions is at the informational meeting on Tuesday, Jan 27, at lunch in room 314. All are welcome to attend.
 
Applications will be available beginning Jan 20 and due Feb 3. Look for the link in the Daily Don.
 
Sign up to play Class Cup Indoor Soccer! The games will be played on Jan 23, 26, and 28 at lunch. Sign-up by Jan 21, and sign ups are first-come, first-serve!! Sign Up HERE
 
We invite you to donate unwanted or gently used items for our Winter Clothing Drive to support sustainability and PARCA (Partners & Advocates for Remarkable Children & Adults). PARCA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people with disabilities, and creating a future where people of all backgrounds and abilities can truly belong. Participating in the clothing drive helps create opportunities and inclusion for those who need it the most and also support a sustainable environment!
 
Blood Drive — Feb 24
Acalanes is hosting our spring blood drive on Tuesday, Feb 24, and are looking to fill 50 donor spots. Consider donating by signing up here.
 
FEEL THE GLOW — AUHSD district wide dance
Get ready to Feel the Glow at this year’s All-District Dance on Feb 27 from 7:00–9:00pm! Join students from every school for a high-energy night of music, lights, and unforgettable fun. Bring your friends, show off your best moves, and make memories that will last all year. Don’t miss the dance everyone will be talking about! Buy your ticket here.
 
Caregivers! We would love your baking and cooking assistance for our districtwide dance. Consider signing up to bring yummy food via this sign–up genius
 
Here are a few more things to look forward to:

• Jan 29: Open House
• Feb 27: All district dance at Acalanes; Acalanes rally
• Apr 25: Junior & Senior prom

If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

Spring club applications available now
Are you interested in starting a club and didn’t get the chance to in the fall? Now is your opportunity! Applications for NEW clubs only are due Jan 13. We will host our Spring Club Day at lunch on Jan 21.
 
Sign up to play Class Cup Indoor Soccer! The games will be played on Jan 23, 26, and 28 at lunch. Sign-up by Jan 21, and sign ups are first-come, first-serve!! Sign Up HERE
 
We invite you to donate unwanted or gently used items for our Winter Clothing Drive to support sustainability and PARCA (Partners & Advocates for Remarkable Children & Adults). PARCA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people with disabilities, and creating a future where people of all backgrounds and abilities can truly belong. Participating in the clothing drive helps create opportunities and inclusion for those who need it the most and also support a sustainable environment!
 
Here are a few more things to look forward to:

• Jan 12-16: Senior Portraits
• Jan 21: Schoolwide academy—Dons are Stronger Together
• Jan 21: Spring Club Day at lunch
• Jan 23: Senior Breakfast
• Jan 29: Open House
• Feb 27: All district dance at Acalanes; Acalanes rally
• Apr 25: Junior & Senior prom

If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

WE ARE BACK! And we’re ready to have the best 2nd semester. Let’s do this!
 
BIG 10: Boys Basketball
Tuesday, Jan 6, at 7:00pm
Let’s pack the gym for the league opener against Ygnacio Valley. Wear jerseys!
 
ACA Buddies
Friday, Jan 9, at lunch in room 314
 
Club Applications
Is your student looking to start a new club? Club applications for NEW clubs only are available and due Jan 13. Our spring club day is Jan 21 at lunch.
 
Here are a few more things to look forward to:

• Jan 12-16: Senior Portraits
• Jan 14: Schoolwide academy—Dons are Stronger Together
• Jan 21: Spring Club Day
• Jan 23: Senior Breakfast
• Jan 29: Open House
• Feb 27: All district dance at Acalanes; Acalanes rally
• Apr 25: Junior & Senior prom

If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

It has been a wonderful 1st semester! Thank you for your support of student activities on this campus. We are really proud of our students, their engagement, their spirit, and their commitment to one another & our Acalanes community.
 
Acalanes Winter Spiritwear pick-up!
If you ordered Acalanes spiritwear via the winter webstore, it is available for pick-up beginning tomorrow before school, brunch & lunch in room 314. If you have any questions, please email Katherine Walton
 
ADOPT-A-FAMILY:  Thank you!
This year we supported 64 families in our community and dropped all the gifts off Friday at our partner organization in Concord. Thank you for all your support!
 
When we return for 2nd semester, here are a few highlights to look forward to:

• Jan 12-16: Senior Portraits
• Jan 21: Spring Club Day
• Jan 23: Senior Breakfast
• Jan 29: Club Day
• Feb 27: All district dance at Acalanes; Acalanes rally
• Apr 25: Junior & Senior prom

If you ever have any questions or are looking for ways for your student to get involved, please reach out!

Happy Holidays & let’s have a great start in the New Year!