Weekly News & Announcements

Wellness Center

Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE) has developed a new online guide titled, “Substance Use, Mental Health, & Teens: A Guide for Parents & Other Caring Adults,” which focuses on information and resources to protect and care for teens facing substance use and mental health crises. Created by the agency’s Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) program, in collaboration with community partners, the resource was inspired by CCCOE Education Champion April Rovero, Founder/Director of National Coalition Against Prescription Drug Abuse (NCAPDA). The guide is intended to equip adults with the knowledge and resources they need to support young people in their lives to make pro-health decisions.

The Parent Guide is available to view and download in English and Spanish: www.cocoschools.org/ParentGuideSUMH

Performing & Visual Arts

LPIE

Sports

This week’s can’t miss events:

Girls golf
Monday, Sep 25 Northgate HS at Boundary Oak GC at 3:30pm.
Friday, Sep 29 JV v. Campolindo HS at Rossmoor GC at 3:30pm.
 
Girls tennis
Tuesday, Sep 26 Miramonte HS at 3:30pm. Varsity is home and JV is away.
 
Girls water polo
Wednesday, Sep 27 at Miramonte HS. JV at 4pm and Varsity at 5pm.
Saturday, Sep 30 JV v. Miramonte HS at 11am and Varsity v. Clovis North HS at 12pm at Miramonte HS.
 
Boys water polo
Wednesday, Sep 27 at Miramonte HS. Varsity at 6pm and JV at 7pm.
Saturday, Sep 30 Jesuit JV Jamboree.
 
Cross country
Wednesday, Sep 27 DAL Center Meet at Hidden Valley Park at 3:30pm.
 
Flag football
Wednesday, Sep 27 Campolindo HS at 6pm, Miramonte HS at 7pm at Miramonte HS.
 
Girls volleyball
Thursday, Sep 28 at Miramonte HS. Frosh at 4:30pm, JV at 5:30pm and Varsity at 6:30pm.
Saturday, Sep 30 JV and Frosh in East County tournament at Pittsburg HS.
 
Football
Thursday, Sep 28 Frosh at Dublin HS at 5:30pm.
Friday, Sep 29 at Vallejo HS. JV at 4:30pm and Varsity at 7pm.
 
You may view the full 2023-2024 Athletic Schedules by clicking HERE.

General Administration Announcements

FROSH CONNECT
Frosh Connect is happening Thursday, Sep 21 and Friday, Sep 22 in Living Earth classes. New Crew leaders will lead 45 minute small group sessions where they talk about the start of the year, provide Canvas tips and answer questions, and then talk about the various involvement opportunities on campus. All Frosh will attend during their Living Earth class. This is the first of four Frosh Connect sessions planned for the year with relevant content to help guide the freshmen class through their first year at Acalanes.

PICTURE DAY ORDERS & MAKEUPS
Picture retakes and make-ups will be this Wednesday, Sep 20 from 7:45-11:30am in the PAC Lobby. To order school photos visit Studio One Photos. The online code is your student’s ID number.

APC in Action

PEER TUTORING PRESENTS:  NOTE-TAKING 101
Peer Tutoring is here to help set your student up for academic success! Encourage your student to come to Peer Tutoring on Wednesday, Sep 20 at lunch to learn basic note-taking strategies and how to use those notes to study effectively. The seminar is designed for Frosh students, but all are welcome! Space is limited to the first 40 students and pizza will be served!
 
Peer Tutoring is 100% funded by your generous donations to APC. Thank you for your ongoing support! It’s the only way we can continue to serve our students.
 
DONS DIALOGUE & APC GENERAL MEETING
Please join us on Friday, Sep 22 at 8:30am in the Collaboration Center for our September Dons Dialogue. We will start with a brief APC General Meeting including a review and vote on the 2023-24 APC budget. Our Dons Dialogue with Principal Shawn will immediately follow.

APC will provide coffee and treats. All parents/caregivers welcome.
 
APC FALL GRANT APPLICATION WINDOW IS NOW OPEN!
We invite all AHS teachers, staff, students, and parents to submit a grant application for programming, materials or projects that enhance the educational experience for our school community; all ideas are welcome. Click here for criteria and application.  The deadline isFriday, Oct 6! Completed proposals and questions can be submitted to Nicole Sanders or delivered to the APC Box in the front office

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Please reach out to APC here with any questions.

APC Membership & Fundraising

APC has promised nearly $185,000 to Acalanes this school year. As of today we have $30,000 more to raise before we reach our goal! Please consider donating so we can provide all of our students with the resources they have come to expect. Click here to donate!

You may be able to make your donation 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.

We need your help and appreciate any and all donations! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!