• Parent Education

    February 5, 2023

    What: Parents Presentation of Substance-Free Athletics
    COMMUNITY NARCAN TRAINING
    What: Narcan Training - Free & Open to the Public
    When: Monday, Feb 6, 4-6pm
    Where: Rainbow Community Center, 2380 Salvio St. Ste 301, Concord, CA 94520
    See community flyer for more information.

    LAMORINDA SUBSTANCE-FREE ATHLETICS PRESENTATION
    What: Parents Presentation of Substance-Free Athletics
    When: Tuesday, Feb 7, 6:30-8:30pm
    Where: Miramonte High School Library AND on Zoom
    Register here: Note that you can attend in person or on zoom. Please register using the link no matter which format you plan to attend.
    Description:  Substance-Free Athletics (SFA) is a nationally recognized youth prevention program that got its start in the Miramonte community several years ago.
     
    AUHSD WELLNESS PARENT EDUCATION
    Click here to review the full AUHSD Wellness Parent Education Series for 2023.
     
    Recordings of past Wellness Parent Ed events can be viewed on the AUHSD website here. Topics include Depression & Anxiety, The Fentanyl Epidemic, Connecting with Your Teen and more.

  • Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)

    February 5, 2023

    Beyond the Binary: Helping Parents Support Their Kids With Navigating Gender, Tuesday, Feb 7 from 6-7pm over Zoom
    This event, brought to us by AUHSD Wellness, will be presented by Rainbow Community Center and you can register here. Watch party? If you are interested in gathering with a small, supportive group to view this webinar, please email us.
     
    Black Excellence Month is underway. Student-organized events are taking place throughout the month and all students are welcome to join. For parents, we point you to a letter by Dr. Brent Stephens. It is a good read.
     
    Stay in Touch: Click here to join the DEI mailing list, become a guest contributor or  share feedback.

  • Student Activities

    February 5, 2023

    Acalanes celebrates Black Excellence Month! We challenge all from the Acalanes community to get involved, learn something, celebrate and opt in. Students can check out the calendar of events here - encourage your student to attend an event or two!
     
    Where will The Force be this week? We’ll be at women’s basketball on Tuesday and Thursday. The FORCE shirts will be for sale at the game along with Dons rally towels. Join us!
     
    Student Government 2023-2024
    Current 8th graders: Applications are now available and are posted on the Acalanes home page. They are due Monday, Feb 13. Questions? Reach out to Ms. Walton.
     
    Looking for Acalanes spiritwear? Our spring spiritwear webstore is now open along with EXCLUSIVE frosh spirit packs for the Class of 2027. Check it all out here.
     
    2022-2023 Clubs
    We had an amazing spring club day and are so excited for the current 59 active clubs on campus! Encourage your student to check 1 or 2 out. You can view all clubs here.
     
    Gratitude Grams
    Want to show appreciation to friends, family and staff? Buy a gratitude gram on the webstore filled with fun toys and snacks. Embrace the attitude of gratitude!
     
    Calendar of events:
    Feb 6 - Feb 13: Valentine Grams on sale (class of 2026 fundraiser)
    Feb 7: Class of 2024 Chipotle fundraiser from 4-9pm
    Feb 10: Acalanes Community equity lesson in class during academy
    Feb 10: Black Student Union, Queer Student Alliance & Feminist Club host a dialogue at lunch in room 507.
    Feb 10: Class of 2026 Pizza My Heart fundraiser from 4-10pm
     
    Looking to stay informed? Follow us on instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
     
    Katherine Walton, Leadership Teacher

  • College & Career

    February 5, 2023

    SENIORS

    DVC Registration: Please tell your senior to join us during Academy on Wednesday, Feb 15 in the library for a DVC admissions’ presentation and registration details.
     
    Cash for College:  Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan invites AD16 residents to a Cash for College Webinar on Feb 9 from 5:30-6:30pm.
    The California Student Aid Commission will talk about how and what you need to do apply; deadlines you need to be aware of; and where you can go, online or locally, for help. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
     
    Acalanes College and Career Center Scholarship links. Diablo Valley AssistanceLeague, Rossmoor Scholarship Foundation, and AAUW are also available- large scholarships for students with financial limitations.  Female identifying students, check this Blackhawk Women’s Scholarship.
     
    FAFSA: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is available. The state is asking all seniors to fill out the FAFSA or to opt-out.
     
    JUNIORS
     
    Interested in Business? Economics for Leaders (EFL) Program is a selective summer program that teaches student leaders how to integrate economics into the process of decision-making in an interactive learning environment.
     
    Looking for volunteer hours this spring? Girls on the Run of the Bay Area is recruiting junior coaches for our spring season in Lamorinda!
     
    A Healthier Approach to College Admissions: Event sponsored by Challenge Success on Thursday, Mar 9 from 4-5:15pm.
     
    1:1 appointments: If you’d like your child to start exploring career interests and begin looking at Naviance, please have them schedule an appointment here.
     
    SOPHOMORES/FROSH
     
    Interested in Business? Economics for Leaders (EFL) Program is a selective summer program that teaches student leaders how to integrate economics into the process of decision-making in an interactive learning environment.
     
    Volunteer Ideas: Have your student come by the CCC so I can learn about their interests. Check out this website for ideas too! It’s best to set a search filter for teens.
     
    Please visit our College & Career Counseling website any time for additional information and support.  

  • Counseling

    February 5, 2023

    Counselor assignments are by last name:
    A-Em Anne Schonauer  
    En-Kr Christine Todd / Christina Castillo-Gallardo during Spring 2023
    Ku-Rog Marissa Meadows 
    Roh-Z Susan Martin
     
    Late Sign Up for AP Exams: Late registration options are still available, but will incur a late fee. Please see here for more details.
     
    The CSF application period is open! CSF (California Scholarship Federation) is an honor society and current 10th, 11th and 12th graders are encouraged to apply.  A complete CSF application has 2 parts- an application form and a payment via the webstore. The deadline is Tuesday, Feb 28!  Students who are members for at least 4 semesters, including during senior year, will get a special stole to wear at graduation.   Read the FAQ on the application form and talk to Ms. Schonauer for any clarification.
     
    Course Selection Appointments: Last week, counselors met with all 11th and 9th grade students about selecting courses. This week, we will meet with all 10th grade students. Please have your student check their appointment time and come ready with questions and some ideas about classes. Please enter courses in Aeries as well. 

  • School Nurse

    February 5, 2023

    Feeding your family yummy nutritious meals helps support EVERYTHING about their health–mental, physical, emotional. So it will ALSO support their academic success! Some good recipes:

    Substance use prevention:

    • Keep your home safe: Lock Your Meds
    • Have family dinner
    • Know where your kids are
    • Spend regular time together

    What else would you like to see on my website?

    Dvora Citron, RN, MS
    dcitron@auhsdschools.org
    925-280-2970 x7128
    IG: acalanesschoolnurse