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Finals Prep
We have your students covered as they prepare to finish the semester strong! Please be sure to visit our APC website for even more information on all events planned to support our students through finals.
EXAM JAM
Wednesday, Dec 13 from 3-5pm in the Library
Kick start your finals studying and preparation during Exam Jam. We will have teachers from each department along with peer tutors on hand to support and answer questions. It is a great opportunity to finish up study guides, begin to study while enjoying delicious snacks and a quiet environment. Exam Jam is open to all students. See you there!
FROSH FINALS INFORMATIONAL MEETING
Thursday, Dec 14 during lunch in the Library
Come hear from teachers in English, Math, World History, Living Earth & World Language about best practices to prepare for finals. They will not only share information on finals but best ways to study as well. Finals goodie bags will be given to the first 200 Frosh thanks to APC!
WELLNESS WINTER WORKSHOP
Friday, Dec 15 during Academy
Our Wellness in the Winter session is a space to gather together and practice coping skills to thrive during finals and a long break with family. Sign up for this academy.
CANINE STRESS BUSTERS
Friday, Dec 15 during lunch in the Front Quad
Come hug it out with your favorite four-legged friends. Therapy dogs will be on campus to provide smiles and tail wags to help reduce stress and provide a general sense of connection to our students. In addition, there will be tables with various stress free activities!
And don’t forget to encourage your student to take advantage of these additional resources:- Peer Tutoring during every academy, lunch, 7th period, and every day for 1 hour after the final school bell.
- Wellness Center is open for students to drop in Monday through Friday from 8am - 4pm (with teacher approval during class hours).
- Acalanes Library is open from 7:30am to 5pm daily.
Check out our Finals Prep Webpage for more information and resources!
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APC in Action
We have two great opportunities to treat our well deserving teachers, staff and students!
APC Staff Appreciation Holiday Cookie Exchange - We need lots of volunteers to pull this off and give our teachers and staff a much deserved treat on Friday, Dec 8. 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. You can help refuel and recharge our Dons in several ways:- Purchase snacks prior to finals week and deliver to a residence near AHS
- Purchase snacks from our Amazon wish list and items will be sent directly to a residence for transport to AHS
- Donate money and we’ll shop for you: Venmo @Stephanie-Asadorian (any amount is welcome and appreciated)
- Volunteer to hand out snacks on campus Tuesday, Dec 19 - Friday, Dec 22
Follow Acalanes Parents Club on Instagram. Please reach out to APC here with any questions.
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Acalanes Community Always (ACA)
JUNE 2024 TRIP TO FRANCE & SWITZERLAND
Does your student love to travel? Acalanes staff is taking students on a trip to Europe this summer and students in any grade can attend. The only requirement is an interest in travel! This summer we are going to France and Switzerland. This trip has a little bit of everything -- ancient/historical sites, relaxing beaches, awe-inspiring locations, amazing food, and a once-in-a-lifetime bonding experience with your Acalanes peers.- For anyone interested in going on the Europe trip this summer, please follow this linkto preview the trip and to register.
- Here is the link to the meeting video to learn more.
The deadline to sign up is NOW, so please do so as soon as you can if you're interested.
Thank you,
Erin Barth and Tina Gullberg -
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)
Upcoming Important Dates:
- Dec 10 Human Rights Day
- Dec 7-15 Hanukkah
- Dec 25 Christmas
- Dec 26- Jan 8 Kwanza
The month of December is a time set aside by many to celebrate a variety of traditions and enjoy time with family, friends and community. If you have some information you feel is important for the DEI committee to share about a celebration you partake in, please let us know.
Hanukkah (Chanukah) is the Jewish eight-day, wintertime “festival of lights,” celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and fried foods. The Hebrew word Chanukah means “dedication,” and is thus named because it celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple. More information can be found here.
Dec 10, 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of one of the world's most groundbreaking global pledges: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This landmark document enshrines the inalienable rights that everyone is entitled to as a human being - regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. The Declaration was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in Paris on Dec 10 1948 and set out, for the first time, fundamental human rights to be universally protected. Available in more than 500 languages, it is the most translated document in the world. You can read it and learn more about this special day here.
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Performing & Visual Arts
The Acalanes Choir will perform at the “It’s a Wonderful Life in Lafayette” event at the Park Plaza TODAY, Dec 3 at 5:55pm (the event is 4:30-6:30pm). Please come out to support and enjoy!
Winter Instrumental Concert 2023
Get in the holiday mood with Acalanes Band Director Edwin Cordoba as he directs his talented musicians in performing joyful and festive music!
Date/Time: Thursday, Dec 7 at 6:30pm
** Special music by Percussion Ensemble starts at 6:15pm in the PAC Lobby **
Location: AHS Performing Arts Center
Music Groups: Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Orchestra
Admission Price: Free ($5 donation suggested)
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Student Activities
Class Fundraiser @ Minted
Looking to buy holiday cards or holiday gifts? Consider purchasing from Minted! You will receive 20% off and Acalanes classes of ‘24, ‘25, ‘26 and ‘27 will receive 15% back.
Use the code FUNDRAISE ACALANES
Adopt-a-Family
Our community is amazing - thank you for your support of adopt-a-family this holiday season! Together, we are supporting 70 families in our local community. If you opted in, please check your email for instructions on wrapping and delivery of gifts. All gifts need to be wrapped and dropped off no later than Friday, Dec 15.
If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to reach out to Laila Vivek at laila.vivek24@auhsdschools.org or Katherine Walton at kwalton@auhsdschools.org!
Coming up in the next few weeks:- Dec 4-8: Senior dodgeball at lunch
- Dec 7: Winter Instrumental Concert
- Dec 8 at lunch: Class of 2025 Holiday Lunch
- Dec 11-15: Winter Week dress-ups & fun
- Dec 12: Winter Choral Concert
- Dec 12/13: Frosh Connect covering final exam information
- Dec 13 at 3pm: Exam Cram (finals study session with teachers and peer tutors)
- Dec 14 at lunch: Frosh FINALS informational meeting in the library (NOT TO MISS)
SAVE THE DATE: Prom 2024 is Saturday, Apr 27 at the San Francisco Exploratorium
Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
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College & Career
Thank you to those who came out this past week to our Out of State College Fair!
We had over 200 families from around the district attend and 19 colleges present. It was a huge success, and we appreciate your participation and support!
Seniors- Hispanic Heritage Scholarship: The Youth Awards honor Latinx high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community.
- Chevron Corporation’s Black Employee Network (BEN), would like to cordially invite high school seniors to participate in our 2024 College Scholarship Program.
- Electrician Apprentice: Seniors interested in a 5 year paid apprenticeship? Application here.
- Community College Support: Send your student to discuss community college opportunities and majors.
- New FAFSA Changes and How They Impact Your Family: This is a very informative video on the new changes to FAFSA, which opened in December.
Please visit our College & Career Counseling website any time for additional information and support.
Juniors
PSAT results: Looking to evaluate your PSAT score report? Schedule an appointment with Debbie Levy in the CCC or join a free webinar hosted by Revolution Prep.
Sophomores/Frosh- Send your student by to discuss volunteer opportunities! Check out this site for great ideas.
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