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LPIE

Welcome to the 2024-25 school year! Our Annual Giving Campaign is underway, and we hope every family will support our students, teachers, and schools by making a donation to LPIE. Many people ask why their donation is needed—watch this brief video to understand the funding challenges facing Lafayette public schools and how your contribution can make a difference. Every gift is appreciated and helps ensure that nearly 4,410 students in our six public schools receive the exceptional education we all want for our children. LPIE's suggested donation is $1,850 per student, but we are grateful for contributions at all levels. Please click here to donate and support our schools today!
Join us for LPIE’s first-ever Bowling Tournament—a night of strikes, spares, and serious fun! Grab a friend, rock your best bowling outfit, and bring your A-game to help us raise money for our schools! Tickets go on sale Monday, Aug 19 at 9am Click here to snag yours and let the good times roll! -
Sports
*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:
Boys water polo
Tuesday, Aug 20 host Washington HS scrimmage. Varsity at 4:30pm and JV at 5:30pm.
Wednesday, Aug 21 host Dougherty Valley HS scrimmage. Varsity at 4:30pm and JV at 5:30pm.
Girls water polo
Thursday, Aug 22 host Carondelet HS scrimmage. Varsity at 6:15pm and JV at 7:15pm.
Saturday, Aug 24 Campolindo JV Jamboree.
Flag football
Saturday, Aug 24 host Berkeley HS, Piedmont HS, Skyline HS scrimmage at 9am.
Football
Saturday, Aug 24 host Kennedy, Fremont HS, Tamalpais HS, Vallejo HS scrimmage. JV at 5pm and Varsity at 7pm.
Saturday, Aug 24 Frosh host Heritage HS, San Leandro HS scrimmage at 3:30pm.
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General Administration Announcements
Welcome Back! Please review all of the important information included in Principal Shawn’s email from Thursday, Aug 8. Click here to view the recent school emails in Aeries Parent Square.
First Week of School Schedule
We have an adjusted bell schedule for the first week of school. Please share with your students. Tuesday and Wednesday are Anchor Days (aka “see all days”), Thursday and Friday will follow the regular block schedule.
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APC in Action
Important reminders from APC to help make back to school time a success.
- Dons Day is tomorrow, Monday, Aug 12 from 7:30-11:30am! Please complete your annual online registration in Aeries before coming to Dons Day. As a part of registration, please visit the Acalanes Web Store and check out how to support all Acalanes partners, such as APC. You can also purchase yearbooks, class activity funds, ASB card, apparel and more!
- If you are a 9th or 10th grade family and still need residency verification, please come to the collaboration center starting at 7:30am. Please bring all of the necessary proof of residency documentation listed here. We recommend bringing copies to expedite the process.
- Frosh Orientation will be held from 12-1:30pm and meets in the Performing Arts Center (PAC).
- New Parent Orientation meets in the library from 12-1pm.
- Transfer students are invited to meet near the flagpole at 11:30am for an orientation and tour.
- Please remember there is an adjusted bell schedule for the first week of school. Tuesday and Wednesday are anchor days (aka “see all” days”). Thursday and Friday follow the regular block schedule.
- Volunteer opportunities: In case you missed it in the registration process, please complete this volunteer form so we know what you’re interested in helping with this year. There are plenty of parent volunteer opportunities, starting with Homecoming this fall!
Join us for the Dons Dialogue Friday, Aug 23 at 8:45am in the Collaboration Center:
Acalanes Parents Club is pleased to invite you to our first Dons Dialogue of the 2024-2025 school year! Dons Dialogues are the best way to find out what’s going on at Acalanes!These monthly forums provide parents with the opportunity to hear directly from Principal Eric Shawn and other AHS faculty regarding academics, student activities, department information, hot topics on campus, plus open Q&A. APC will provide coffee and treats. All parents/caregivers welcome.
Please reach out to APC here with any questions.
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APC Membership & Fundraising
Acalanes Parents Club has committed $219,000 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 *College & Career Services *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 $350 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, if so, contact corpmatch@acalanesparentsclub.com for further information.
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Acalanes Community Always (ACA)
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