• Counseling

    March 13, 2021

    Friday, March 12 - Third Quarter Ended
    Teachers have most of next week to update grades. The 3rd quarter progress report will be officially available in Aeries by Tuesday, March 23.  

    June 7 through July 15 - AUHSD Summer School
    Summer school is for students who need to repeat a required course after earning a D or F grade. Email your counselor for an application.   

    Counselor Appointments
    We love talking to our students! Email is the best way to reach us. Counselors have appointment slots for students and will email them a link for signing up.  Counselors will still be doing most of our appointments via Zoom when hybrid instruction begins. (Remember how small the offices are!)  

    A- Ed  Anne Schonauer
    Ee-Kr  Christine Todd
    Ku-Ros  Marissa Meadows
    Rot-Z  Susan Martin

  • Legislative News

    March 13, 2021

    Our school district has an agreement in place to re-open, but other school districts, especially the largest ones in the state, have not been able to achieve this. Now Governor Newsom and state legislators have reached a deal which should accelerate the process by providing hefty incentives to reopen and removing some of the obstacles about which school districts had complained. Meanwhile, the federal government has confirmed that standardized testing must resume this year, meaning students still in remote learning in California would be asked to take standardized tests at home. The state is applying for a waiver to give California some flexibility on how and when the tests are administered within the 2020-2021 school year.

    Questions? Email our APC Legislative Representative.

  • School Nurse

    March 13, 2021
    Returning to School Information Tuesday, March 30 - TUPE FACE Webinar: Alcohol, Cannabis, & Prescription Drug Expert Panel See the Wellness section for additional details.  Thursday, April 8 at 7pm - Pandemic Parenting: Supporting Teen Mental Health Join Families for Depression Awareness for this free webinar.  Smile With Your Eyes! I am resharing face mask resources: one from our District and one from the CDC. It's really important that we're all consistent for health and safety reasons, and to build a culture of trust. 
    • Please note the types of masks that are NOT acceptable.
    • Make sure to wear a CLEAN mask every day.
    • Please wear your mask so that the top covers the bridge of your nose and the bottom goes under your chin. If you are constantly readjusting, it does not fit properly.
    Parents! Please report any COVID-related absences to the Attendance Recorder as soon as possible so I can do appropriate follow-up. COVID Resources and Protocols Available on the District website and on my site. Stay healthy and be well, Dvora Citron, RN, MS Acalanes School Nurse Google Site dcitron@auhsdschools.org IG:  acalanesschoolnurse

  • Sports

    March 13, 2021

    This week’s can’t miss events:

    Boys tennis

    • Tuesday,March 16 at Campolindo HS at 3:30pm.  Varsity is away, JV is home.
    • Thursday, March 18 Miramonte HS at 3:30pm.  Varsity is home, JV is away.

    Girls lacrosse

    • Tuesday, March 16 Varsity hosts Miramonte HS at 7:30pm and JV hosts Concord HS at 5:30pm.
    • Thursday, March 18 Varsity at Miramonte HS at 7:30pm and JV at Concord HS at 5:30pm.

    Softball

    • Tuesday, March 16 Varsity at Monte Vista HS at 4pm.
    • Thursday, March 18 v. San Ramon Valley HS at 4pm. Varsity is home, JV is away.

    Golf

    • Wednesday, March 17 Campolindo HS at Moraga CC 3:30pm.

    Football

    • Saturday, March 20 host Las Lomas HS. Freshmen at 1:30pm, JV at 4pm and Varsity at 7pm.

    Click this link to see a list of current sports and their full schedules.

  • Return to Hybrid Update

    March 7, 2021

    This Week’s School Schedule
    As AHS prepares to open for hybrid instruction, the following calendar is in effect for March 8 through March 12

    • Monday, March 8: Non-school day for all students
    • Tuesday, March 9 through Friday, March 12:
      • In-person student orientation (see schedule below) 
      • Asynchronous schedule. Students must check in each day at 9am with their Cohort Academy teacher. 
      • On Tuesday & Wednesday, students will have required modules in Canvas regarding health and safety during hybrid learning. 
      • On Thursday and Friday, teachers will assign regular coursework.

    Tuesday through Friday from 10a to 12n Student Orientation
    Student orientation is required for all students attending in-person school; students not attending school in person are welcome but it is not mandatory. Orientation is approximately 40 minutes for grades 10 through 12; 60 minutes for 9th graders. Refer to this online document for event details and specific times by last name.

    • Tuesday, March 9 - Seniors
    • Wednesday, March 10 - Juniors
    • Thursday, March 11 - Sophomores
    • Friday, March 12 - Frosh

    Required Health Screening
    All students are required to complete a COVID-19 screening every day that they come to school, including next week’s orientation. Health screenings should be completed in the morning prior to arriving at school. AHS recommends that students use the cell/mobile set up as it allows for a daily text reminder. Email registration is also available. 

    Student Cohort Reminder
    All students have been assigned a group based on their selection of either in-person hybrid or fully-remote learning. Please log in to Aeries     PASS parent portal to confirm your student’s group. Refer to the district website for your student’s specific schedule as determined by their group.

    Additional Resources

    • ICYMI: Read Principal Bell’s email from March 2 detailing AHS projected return to hybrid guide and checklist
    • Visit this District online document for the latest details regarding the return to hybrid instruction including student schedules, FAQs, timelines and more. 
    • View Contra Costa County tier metrics here

  • APC in Action

    March 7, 2021

    2021-2022 Looking for Volunteers for the APC Board and Committees
    The nominating process for the upcoming APC board and related volunteer positions is underway. The APC Nominating Committee is looking for volunteers to fill a handful of positions. Job descriptions can be found here. If you’re interested in getting involved in a small (or large) role with APC, please reach out to APC Parliamentarians Dawn Brightbill &Sarah Cusumano at parliamentarian@acalanesparentsclub.com. 

    APC Spring Grants Deadline Extended One Week to Friday, March 19!
    Now is the chance to submit your ideas to enhance the educational experience of AHS students! Teachers, students, staff and parents are welcome to submit a grant proposal. Click here to learn more about past grants and program guidelines, and fill out an application. Email completed applications to Catherine Habas at or drop in the APC box in the office. 

    Application Deadline Extended to May 1, 2021 - Acalanes & President's
    Volunteer Service Awards Program
    Due to the continued challenges of identifying and completing volunteer work during COVID, we extended the deadline so students can finish service hours and submit applications. Visit the     website for details and encourage your student to participate!