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College & Career
SENIOR PARENT NIGHT- NOTE THE DATE CHANGE to Thursday, Sept 11 at 6:30pm
Please join Counselor Anne Schonauer and College and Career Center Advisor Debbie Levy in the library on Thursday, Sept 11 from 6:30-7:30pm to discuss post-high school planning, details regarding letters of recommendation, sending transcripts, college visits, and more!
All Families 9-12: Unlock the Secrets to College Financial Aid: 2025–2026 Edition
Join us for this must-attend webinar hosted by College Aid Pro designed to help your family confidently navigate the college financial aid process. They'll break down what you really need to know to avoid costly mistakes and make the most of every opportunity. Can’t attend live? Register anyway and they'll send you the recording!
What you’ll learn:- Why filling out the FAFSA matters—even if you think you won’t qualify.
- How to uncover financial aid opportunities you didn’t know existed.
- Where to find scholarships —regardless of income.
- FAFSA dos and don’ts, plus key updates for 2025–2026.
- What business owners and homeowners need to know.
- Special considerations for divorced or separated families.
Sept 25, 2025, 7pm PT
Register here: https://pages.collegeaidpro.com/fin-aid-101-ca-hs-partners-r egistration-9.25.25
Don’t leave money on the table—register now and take the first step toward a smarter college plan!
Our friends at Revolution Prep are offering our students a FREE PSAT and SAT practice exam. Please see details below:- PSAT Practice Exam: Saturday, Sept 6 | 9:00am – 12:00pm PT* | Online
- SAT Practice Exam: Saturday, Sept 20 | 9:00am – 12:00pm PT* | Online
Register here for exams and other educational webinars: Acalanes High School registration landing page
Navigating the Critical Changes in Admissions Testing School: Thursday, Sept 11, 2025 | 7:00pm PT
PSAT, Now What?: Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025 | 6:00pm PT
College Planning Case Study: Thursday, Nov 13, 2025 | 6:00pm PT
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Counseling
Counselor assignments are by student last name:
A-F Anne Schonauer
G-Ka Erika Vasquez on campus MWTh
Ke-Re Marissa Meadows
Rh-Z Susan Martin
CLASS VISITS: Counselors will continue visiting grade level classrooms this week. We have visited English 4 and English 3, and will visit Chemistry classes to speak to sophomores. All 10-12th graders received/will receive an updated copy of their transcript, and we will review grade-level specific information, such as PSAT/SAT and AP testing signup information, as well as college information for 11th and 12th graders.
CSF APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN SEPT 1-30: CSF (California Scholarship Federation) is an honor society. Current 10th, 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 in forms in the counseling office. The deadline is Tuesday, Sept 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.
INDIVIDUAL SENIOR APPOINTMENTS: Beginning the week of Sept 8, Counselors will begin calling in each senior for an individual appointment. We will review graduation status, and discuss post-high school planning and the specific support each student needs from us (such as a letter of recommendation, help refining their college list, handling logistics like matching Maia with Common App, and requesting transcripts and letters from teachers).
SENIOR PARENT NIGHT: All parents of seniors are invited to an evening with College and Career Advisor Debbie Levy and Counselor Anne Schonauer to discuss the college application process. Thursday, Sept 11th at 6:30pm in the Acalanes Library. -
Performing & Visual Arts
Special Jazz Ensemble Performance
The jazz ensemble along with some members of the orchestra and band programs will represent the instrumental music program at this year’s Art and Wine Festival! Come support the instrumental music program and the choir on Sunday, Sept 21. The Acalanes Jazz Ensemble will perform at 12:15pm and the Acalanes Choir will perform at 12:45pmon the Community Stage!
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LPIE
Tickets on Sale this Thursday, Sept 4 at 9am!
LPIE's 5th Annual Poker Tournament - Friday, Oct 17, 2025
Get ready to ante up for a night of fun and excitement! Our 5th Annual Poker Tournament is coming—don’t miss your chance to play, win great prizes, and support our local schools all at once. Keep an eye on your email inboxes or visit lpie.org to purchase tickets on Thursday.
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Sports
*The game schedule reflects dates and times as of last Friday. Games may change for several reasons, including weather. If you have questions or comments, please contact Acalanes Sports Boosters.
Boys water polo
Tuesday, Sept 2 hosts El Cerrito HS. JV at 4:00pm and Varsity at 5:00pm.
Wednesday, Sept 3 hosts Encinal HS. JV at 5:30pm and Varsity at 6:30pm.
Friday, Sept 5 and Saturday, Sept 6 in Sierra Shootout at Del Oro HS.
Girls golf
Tuesday, Sept 2 Varsity v. Northgate HS at Contra Costa CC at 3:30pm.
Wednesday, Sept 3 Varsity v. Campolindo HS at Moraga CC at 3:30pm.
Flag football
Tuesday, Sept 2 at Carondelet HS. JV 6:30pm and Varsity at 7:45am.
Thursday, Sept 4 hosts Freedom HS. JV 6:30pm and Varsity at 7:45am.
Tackle football
Thursday, Sept 4 Freshmen at Monte Vista HS at 6:00pm.
Friday, Sept 5 hosts Menlo-Atherton HS. JV at 4:30pm and Varsity at 7:00pm.
Girls water polo
Friday, Sept 5 and Saturday, Sept 6 Varsity and JV hosts Acalanes Invitational.
Girls volleyball
Saturday, Sept 6 Varsity hosts Acalanes.
Cross country
Saturday, Sept 6 St. Mary’s Invitational at St. Mary’s College.
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General Announcements
Acalanes Back to School Night (BTSN) is this Thursday, Aug 28 from 5:15-8pm!
Please plan to join at 5:15pm in the front quad for a parent and staff reception hosted by the Acalanes Parents Club (APC). Principal Shawn will share some remarks around 5:30pm and classroom visits start at 6pm.
As mentioned above, this evening is for us, the parents/caregivers, to experience what our students experience each and every school day - you don’t want to miss it!
Important Reminder: be sure to print the BTSN Program here and write down your student’s schedule and room numbers so you know where to go! Print and fold like a book.
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