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College & Career
Upcoming Acalanes Student Alumni Panel:
The College and Career Center is organizing a recent Acalanes Student Alumni Panel during Academy (10:10-11:05am) on Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026. Do you know of a recent alumnus who will be in town on this day and would be willing to share what they wish they had known before college, what they are happy they did, and other tips for juniors and seniors? If so, please let Debbie Levy, dlevy@auhsdschools.org, know.
Districtwide Trades Fair
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Counseling
Counselor assignments are by student last name:
A-F Anne Schonauer
G-Ka Erika Vasquez on campus MWTh
Ke-Re Marissa Meadows
Rh-Z Susan MartinThe Semester is Almost Over! This is the time to have your students check with their teachers—do they have any outstanding work they can still turn in for credit? Get missing assignments in ASAP!
Final Exam Week and Final Grades Finals take place Tuesday, Dec 16 through Friday, Dec 19, with Periods 0 & 4 on Tuesday, 1 & 2 on Wednesday, 3 & 7 on Thursday and 6 & 5 on Friday. Final semester grades will be available on Monday, Jan 12.
Mid-Year Reports for Colleges Counselors will send Mid-Year Reports to all Common Application schools once grades have been finalized and transcripts have been updated - most likely around Jan 15. -
Wellness Center
As we approach first semester finals, the Acalanes Wellness team is pleased to offer opportunities for students to relax and prepare themselves for both finals and winter break.
During Academy on Dec 10, Wellness will host one of our most well loved academies where we analyze movie clips for positive mental health traits. We are also expecting a visit from therapy dogs and their handlers from Joybound! On Dec 12, Wellness will host an academy discussing coping and study skills to lessen academic stress. If your student is interested in participating in either of these activities, encourage them to sign up for “Wellness Center” academy in the Teachmore app. If your student is unable to attend or looking for a quick and easy coping strategy they can use today, practice these skills with them!
Listen to Music- Put on your favorite song, but pretend you’re listening to it for the first time. Focus on the melody and lyrics (if there are any). Does the song give you chills or create any other physical sensations? Pay attention to the parts that stand out most to you.
Describe a Common Task- Think of an activity you do often or can do very well, such as making coffee, locking up your office, or tuning a guitar. Go through the process step-by-step, as if you’re giving someone else instructions on how to do it.
Deep breathing- Inhale slowly through your nose and exhale slowly through your mouth. You can also try "square breathing," where you inhale for a count, hold for a count, exhale for a count, and hold for a count. -
Performing & Visual Arts
Instrumental Winter Concert
Please join us to support Acalanes Instrumental Music at our Winter Concert on Thursday, Dec 11, at 6:30pm in the Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature works by an illustrious lineup of composers including JS Bach, Verdi, Shimoda, Saint Saenz and more! Please join us to support our talented musicians!
We will be live streaming the event at: https://youtube.com/live/thCHZLDi5RE
SMC Choir Concert featuring the Acalanes Choir
The Acalanes Choir will also be performing at the Saint Mary’s College Choir’s “Making Spirits Bright” Concert on Saturday, Dec 6, at 4:00pm in the St Mary’s College Chapel, Moraga. -
Sports
*The game schedule 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.
Boys soccer
Tuesday, Dec 9 hosts Archie Williams HS. JV at 5:00pm and Varsity at 7:00pm.
Thursday, Dec 11 hosts Petaluma HS. JV at 5:30pm and Varsity at 7:15pm.
Thursday, Dec 11 Freshmen hosts Dougherty Valley HS at 4:00pm.
Saturday, Dec 13 hosts Deer Valley HS. JV at 2:00pm and Varsity at 4:00pm.
Saturday, Dec 13 Freshmen at Emerald HS at 10:00am.
Girls soccer
Wednesday, Dec 10 at Campolindo HS. JV at 5:00pm and Varsity at 7:00pm.
Saturday, Dec 13 at Windsor HS. JV at 3:00pm and Varsity at 5:00pm.
Saturday, Dec 13 Freshmen host Northgate HS at 9:00am and at Miramonte HS 2:00pm.
Boys basketball
Thursday, Dec 11, through Saturday, Dec 13, Varsity hosts Chris Huber Memorial Invitational.
Thursday, Dec 11 through Saturday, Dec 13, JV in Hornet Tournament at Alameda HS.
Thursday, Dec 11 through Saturday, Dec 13, Freshmen in Ken Nelson Memorial Tournament at Campolindo HS.
Girls basketball
Thursday, Dec 11 through Saturday, Dec 13 Varsity in Christian Brothers Invitational.
Thursday, Dec 11 through Saturday, Dec 13 JV in Dougherty Valley Invitational.
Wrestling
Saturday, Dec 13 Varsity Bay Area Invitational at Castro Valley HS.
Saturday, Dec 13 Girls San Leandro Invitational.
Saturday, Dec 13 JV Foothill Tournament.
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General Announcements
Acalanes High School Seeks Qualified Instructional Assistants!
Our high school is looking for caring, energetic people to join our team as Special Education Instructional Assistants—and we’d love your help spreading the word! This is a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with young people and wants to make a direct impact in our classrooms. Instructional Assistants work closely with teachers to support students with special learning needs, helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally in an inclusive school environment. We especially want to reach out to local alumni who may be back in the area after college and are looking for meaningful, hands-on experience before their next career or graduate program—this is a wonderful way to give back to your community and gain valuable skills in education, psychology, or human services. If you or someone you know would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you! Apply here!
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