• College & Career

    September 18, 2023

    Seniors

    • College Visits This Week in the CCC: Students MUST pick up a pass from the College & Career Center to attend. The attendance office is not involved with college visits.
      • Monday: Santa Clara University
      • Tuesday: Stony Brook, University of Oregon, UC Davis, University of Delaware, Franklin & Marshall
      • Wednesday: Willamette, University of San Diego, Boston College, University of Nevada-Reno
      • Thursday: Drexel University
      • Friday: Cal Lutheran, University of Miami, Merrimack College, The New School
    • College Application Academy Support: Remind your student to come to academy sessions in the CCC. 6th and 7th period is OPEN for seniors to DROP BY anytime! No appointments needed.
      • Wednesday, Sep 20 - UC App 101
    • 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.

    Juniors

    • International University College Fair: Acalanes is hosting an International College Fair in the library on Thursday, Sep 27 from 6:30-8pm. 15+ universities will share information on applying to schools abroad. Please sign up here.
    • Digital Practice for PSAT and ACT Exams: Click here to register your student for free online practice tests on Saturday, Sep 16 and Sep 23 from 9am-1pm with Revolution Prep.

    Sophomores/Frosh

    • Have your student explore their personality traits with this free assessment.

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

     

  • Counseling

    September 18, 2023

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

    First Grading Period is complete: Hard to believe we have finished five weeks of school already! The first grading period ended on Friday, Sep 15.  Progress reports will be available in Aeries on Friday, Sep 22.

    Dropping Classes: Students may still drop a class until the end of the first quarter, Friday, Oct 13. If the class is in the middle of the day, a student may add a TA period. TA is the only class a student can still add to their schedule.   

    Senior Appointments: Counselors are currently doing individual appointments with seniors. We will discuss the student’s plans for after high school. We will go through necessary steps to apply to college, arrange for relevant documents, and review deadlines. 

    The CSF application period is open!  CSF (California Scholarship Federation) is an honor society. Current 11th and 12th graders are encouraged to apply. A complete CSF application has 2 parts - an application form  and a payment on the webstore. Turn forms in to the Counseling Office. The deadline is Saturday, Sep 30 for both the form and the payment! Students who are members for at least 4 semesters, including during senior year, will get special stole to wear at graduation. Read the FAQ on the application form and contact Ms. Schonauer for any clarification.

  • Wellness Center

    September 18, 2023

    September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide is preventable and knowing the signs of someone that might be contemplating suicide is invaluable. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has shared this important information about what can lead to suicide, the risk factors and the protective factors to consider. Even though suicide is a taboo subject, if you think someone you know may be suicidal, it is best to discuss your concerns with them directly and encourage them to seek support.

  • Performing & Visual Arts

    September 18, 2023

    The Acalanes High School Choir Vocal Groups will be singing at the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival, Saturday, Sep 23, 2:30-3pm on the Community Stage. Stroll on down to the stage and support our AHS singers!

  • Sports

    September 18, 2023

    This week’s can’t miss events:

    Girls tennis
    Tuesday, Sep 19 Northgate HS at 3:30pm. Varsity is home and JV is away.
    Thursday, Sep 21 Las Lomas HS at 3:30pm. Varsity is away and JV is home.

    Girls volleyball
    Tuesday, Sep 19 host College Park HS. Frosh at 4:30pm, JV at 5:30pm and Varsity at 6:30pm.
    Thursday, Sep 21 host Campolindo HS. Frosh at 4:30pm, JV at 5:30pm and Varsity at 6:30pm.
    Saturday, Sep 23 Varsity and JV in Sonoma Valley Invitational.
    Saturday, Sep 23 Frosh in East County tournament at Pittsburg HS.

    Boys water polo
    Tuesday, Sep 19 at Irvington HS. JV at 6:30pm and Varsity at 7:30pm.
    Wednesday, Sep 20 host Las Lomas HS. Varsity at 6pm and JV at 7pm.
    Friday, Sep 22 and Saturday, Sep 23 Vintage Varsity Invitational.

    Girls water polo
    Wednesday, Sep 20 host Las Lomas HS. JV at 4pm and Varsity at 5pm.
    Friday, Sep 22 and Saturday, Sep 23 Amanda McDonald Varsity Invitational at Menlo School.

    Flag football
    Wednesday, Sep 20 host Miramonte HS at 5pm, host Clayton Valley Charter HS at 7pm.

    Girls golf
    Wednesday, Sep 20 Campolindo HS at Moraga CC at 3:30pm.

    Football
    Thursday, Sep 21 Frosh at College Park HS at 5pm.
    Friday, Sep 22 at College Park HS. JV at 4:30pm and Varsity at 7pm.

    You may view the 2023-2024 Athletic Update by clicking HERE

  • General Administration Announcements

    September 10, 2023

    CLUB DAY HAD CAMPUS ROCKING


    Thank you to all the students and staff who participated in Club Day on Friday. Did you know there are 72 approved clubs at Acalanes!! Be sure to ask your student what clubs interest them. And encourage your student to join in, it's never too late to get involved.PICTURE DAY ORDERS AND MAKE-UPS