• College & Career

    May 1, 2022

    Seniors

    Juniors

    • College Essay Workshops at Acalanes - Mark your calendars for Wednesday, June 15 and Wednesday, June 22 in the am. Details to follow, but students will brainstorm and create outlines for their college essays.
    • Additionally, the College Essay Guy offers insightful sessions on the college essay process. Students leave with tangible ideas and drafts too! Our school is registered and courses are FREE! I highly recommend checking some of these out! They are a fun and simple way to start/finish essays.
    • Community College Summer Classes Open: Enrollment for summer courses at California Community Colleges has begun. You can likely take them asynchronously at many schools. If you’d like to explore a subject you are passionate about, click here.  

    Sophomores/Freshmen

    Resources:

  • Counseling

    May 1, 2022

    Counselor assignments are by last name.
    A-Dr Anne Schonauer  
    Du-Kr Christine Todd  
    Ku-Rog Marissa Meadows 
    Roh-Z Susan Martin
     
    Summer School Applications Available
    If your student has D or F grades currently or from past semesters and they want to make them up, they can enroll in our SummerSchool program. F grades in required classes need to be made up, D grades can be made up to stay 4-year college-eligible. Please have your student see their counselor to sign up.
     
    Geometry for Advancement - Summer School
    If your 9th grader is doing well in Algebra 1 and wants to advance in math, we offer a summer Geometry class that enables students to enroll at the Algebra 2 level in 10th grade. Please contact your counselor for more information.
     
    Junior Meetings
    Counselors recently presented to juniors in their USH classes and provided information about post-high school planning and Naviance. Counselors are calling in juniors individually to review graduation requirements and discuss summer/fall plans regarding college application prep. Students interested in 4-year colleges are encouraged to also make an individual appointment with Debbie Levy, our College and Career Advisor.

  • School Nurse

    May 1, 2022

    Parenting Teens in Uncertain Times Still going through Wednesday, May 4! This is a 10-day free summit for parents, caregivers and anyone who wants to create a better future for our teens.

    COVID-19 Information:

    • New Masking Mandate  As of Saturday, Mar 12, the state masking mandate has transitioned from “required” to “strongly recommended”. While masks will no longer be required,  “masks remain one of the most effective and simplest safety mitigation layers to prevent transmission of COVID-19 infections” (CDPH). Masks will still be available to those who need or want one. Students who return after Day 5 of Covid infection must mask through Day 10.
    • Remain Alert to COVID symptoms, continue to report COVID+ cases to us (especially Attendance) and keep your students home when they are ill.
    • COVID Isolation, Quarantines and Test Kits The current guidelines for return to school after COVID illness require a negative COVID test (if returning before 10 days). Please see Principal Shawn’s COVID FAQ’s for more details. We continue to update policy based on the County Health Department guidance.

    Please be in touch with me to discuss any medical, health, or wellness concerns.

    Stay healthy and be well,
    Dvora Citron, RN, MS
    dcitron@auhsdschools.org
    925-280-2970 x7128
    Acalanes School Nurse Google Site
    IG:  acalanesschoolnurse

  • Performing Arts

    May 1, 2022

    Mark your May calendars because you don't want to miss any of these upcoming musical events!

    Join Music Director Lauren Gibson as she hosts two concerts:

    • Tuesday, May 10 at 7pm in the AHS Performing Arts Center. Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble are performing. Admission is free, $5 donation suggested for adults.
    • Thursday, May 12 at 7pm in the AHS Performing Arts Center. Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Band are performing. Admission is free, $5 donation suggested for adults.

    Concert at the Res (Lafayette Reservoir) Saturday, May 14 from 11am to 12:30pm at Lafayette Reservoir, Outdoor Stage. Lafayette Rotarians are hosting an afternoon of wonderful music featuring local bands including Acalanes High School Wind Ensemble, Stanley Middle School, Bentley School and the Rossmoor Big Band.This annual concert helps to raise money to supply Lamorinda and Bay Area Schools with new instruments for their music programs. Live entertainment and food and drinks for purchase. Free admission.

    Jazz Cafe 2022 Friday, May 20 from 5:30 to 9pm in Stanley Middle School, Multi-Use Room. Always a popular community event, this year’s Jazz Cafe will feature talented Jazz Bands from Acalanes, Stanley Middle School, Campolindo and more. All will be coming together for an evening of music and to honor Mr. Bob Athayde after 35 years of inspirational service to the Lamorinda Community.
     
    The APAB Board is seeking New Board Members. Are you interested in volunteering for a role that can make a difference in Acalanes’ performing arts? Acalanes Performing ArtsBoosters (APAB) is looking to fill open roles for next year. This is a great opportunity to get involved and connected to our performing arts community!
    Open 2022-23 APAB roles:

    • President
    • Secretary
    • Treasurer
    • Publicity & Communications   

    In addition, Instrumental Music has the following board openings for the coming year (must have a student enrolled in Instrumental Music):

    • Secretary
    • Treasurer
    • Reception Committee

    Please contact Paulie Proffett or Mary Beth Towery for more information.

     

  • LPIE

    May 1, 2022

    Please join us for Project LPIE Awards Ceremony May 3, 3:30 pm. Project LPIE Winners will be announced and celebrated at the Acalanes Performing Arts Center. All are welcome in a public reception featuring the creative entries as we announce the winners of the 2022 Project LPIE Awards. This annual event showcases and acknowledges Acalanes High School students for their project-based learning. This year LPIE received 82 student project submissions in 13 categories that recognize students' skills both within and outside the curriculum. We look forward to seeing you there!

    Jennifer Palmer and Michele Colaco, Acalanes LPIE School Chairs
    www.lpie.org, Follow us on Instagram

  • Sports

    May 1, 2022

    This week’s can’t miss events:

    Boys golf
    Monday, May 2 DAL Championships at Diablo Creek GC.
     
    Softball
    Monday, May 2 Varsity at Campolindo HS at 4:30 pm.
    Tuesday, May 3 Las Lomas HS at 4:30 pm. Varsity is away and JV is home.
    Thursday, May 5 Varsity at Mt. Diablo HS at 4:30 pm.
     
    Baseball
    Tuesday, May 3 Benicia HS at 4pm. Varsity is home and JV is away.
    Thursday, May 5 Benicia HS at 4pm. Varsity is away and JV is home.
     
    Boys volleyball
    Tuesday, May 3 NCS First Round Playoffs.
    Thursday, May 5 NCS Quarterfinals.
     
    Boys lacrosse
    Tuesday, May 3 NCS First Round Playoffs.
    Thursday, May 5 NCS Quarterfinals.
     
    Girls lacrosse
    Tuesday, May 3 NCS First Round Playoffs.
    Thursday, May 5 NCS Quarterfinals.
     
    Boys tennis
    Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7 NCS Singles and Doubles Championships.
     
    Swimming
    Friday, May 6 NCS Trials at Concord Community Pool at 10:30 am.
    Saturday, May 7 NCS Finals at Concord Community Pool at 10:30 am.
     
    Track & field
    Saturday, May 7 NCS Trials at Campolindo HS.