• Performing & Visual Arts

    October 16, 2023

    The DramaDons Present: Inherit the Wind
    Two of the nation’s leading lawyers go head-to-head in the ultimate battle of wit, wisdom, and will in this powerful courtroom drama.
    Inherit the Wind runs Oct 25, 26, 27, and 28 in the Acalanes Little Theater. All shows start at 7pm and doors open at 6:30pm.
     
    For tickets and information visit ahsperformingarts.org.

  • Student Activities

    October 16, 2023

    What a week! Homecoming 2023 is officially over and what an incredible week for our students and for our community. We donated thousands of cans to the Contra Costa Food Bank, we spent time with one another, we had fun, we made memories and we danced the night away on Saturday!
     
    Homecoming would not be possible without YOU. Thank you for your donations, your time and your support. A special thank you to our 18 parent liaisons who gave so much of their time to support class officers and make the magic happen. Homecoming 2023 is one to remember!
     
    This week, we have the incredible opportunity to host  Dr. Alberto Ledesma, Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at UC Berkeley. He will be with us on Tuesday at 7pm in the Acalanes library to share his story, his experience as an undocumented immigrant, and more about the book he authored, Diary of a Reluctant Dreamer. The event is open to our entire district so please plan to attend.
     
    The Community Outreach and Improvement Program is hosting a drive for the Lamorinda branch of the American Association of University Women from October 16-27! Please donate your gently used sneakers to the bins outside the front office! The donations fund scholarships for women in our community!
     
    Looking to stay informed? Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
     
    Katherine Walton, Activities Director

  • College & Career

    October 16, 2023

    Seniors

    • College Visits This Week in the CCC: Students MUST pick up a pass from the College & Career Center to attend.
      • Monday: Purdue, Southeastern University, Whitman SCAD
      • Tuesday: Princeton, Oberlin College, Wesleyan, Dominican Univ., Northwestern University
      • Wednesday: Colgate, UCLA, Vassar
      • Thursday: Arizona St., NYU
      • Friday: IE University-Madrid, Marymount Manhattan
    • California State OR UC Application Support: Remind your student to come to academy sessions in the CCC. 6th and 7th period is OPEN for seniors to DROP BY anytime! Morning time works too! No appointments needed.
    • New FAFSA Changes and How They Impact Your Family: This is a very informative video on the new changes to FAFSA, which opens in December.

    Please visit our College & Career Counseling website any time for additional information and support.
     
      Juniors

    • Clubs: Acalanes has over 70 clubs. Learn more here. It’s a great way for students to get involved!

  • Counseling

    October 16, 2023

    Counselor assignments are by last name:
    A-Em AnneSchonauer
    En-Kr Erika Vasquez
    Ku-Rog MarissaMeadows
    Roh-Z SusanMartin

    Quarter Grades: Quarter grades will be available in Aeries on Friday, Oct 20. Athletic eligibility for fall and winter sports will be renewed/determined with quarter grades.
     
    Letters of Recommendation: Counselors are busy writing letters of recommendation for seniors applying by Nov 1. If your senior is still making adjustments to their college list, and they need a letter of rec, please have them come see us!

  • School Nurse

    October 16, 2023

    Teens and Energy!?!
    Which do your students like the best – Monster?  Red Bull? Many others are also popular. You probably won’t be surprised that it’s not hard to find scientificevidence proving that these drinks are NOT HEALTHY for our teens to consume. What’s important to consider is WHY they are drinking them (what are they NOT getting?). When we see students drinking these during the school day, we can make some quick assumptions: they haven’t slept enough (length and quality) and/or they haven’t eaten breakfast (or anything). Translation: not only are these energy drinks actually dangerous, they’re being used as a replacement for something healthy that supports your student’s well-being. Please consider having a positive, non-judgmental and open-minded dialogue on how you can best support your student to cultivate and practice healthy habits that support optimal learning and performance. Need ideas and help? Let me know.
    Browniesforbreakfast?  Why not?

    Always Your School Nurse,
    DvoraCitron, RN, MS
    dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128,
    IG: acalanesschoolnurse, ​SchoolNurseWebsite

  • Wellness Center

    October 16, 2023

    In recent years you may have noticed a boom in the usage of the term “self-care.” It may seem as if this term is a new and trendy buzzword, but the benefits of self-care are endless when it comes to overcoming the challenges of everyday life. Self-care is an umbrella term for anything that an individual does to maintain their physical, emotional and spiritual health. It seems like a no brainer. It seems that taking care of yourself is pretty rudimentary and self-explanatory. Unfortunately, taking care of ourselves is extremely difficult when considering some of the challenges that we face on a day-to-day basis. Some barriers to self-care may include the mindlessness of daily routines in which we are driven by autopilot, yielding to others needs before our own, or even avoiding specific tasks that lead to the rationalization of why you just don’t have the time.
     
    This week, I challenge you to consider the benefit of self-care not only for your personal wellbeing but for the wellbeing of your loved ones; specifically, your AHS student. Many of us have heard the phrase, “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” If your physical, emotional and spiritual health are depleted, are you really showing up for your loved ones to the best of your ability? In addition to replenishing our cups, prioritizing self-care models effective health and wellness behaviors to your student. If your students can see that you are making it a point to take care of yourself, they are more likely to follow suit. Talk to your student about the importance of self-care and what that looks like for either of you. So, start that mindfulness practice, dance around the house to your favorite music, find what feels nourishing to your soul!
     
    Kiara Thomas- Wellness Intake Specialist