• School Nurse

    December 15, 2024

    SUPPORTING YOUR STUDENTS DURING FINALS
    Sometimes less is more, which doesn’t always feel intuitive. Support your students in taking breaks when studying. Go for a walk, have a healthy snack (keep those available), stay well hydrated and do a mindfulness practice (try the CALM app). Making sure to have family meals also gives your students a chance to connect with you while eating healthy food, have downtime from studying, and to “release”.
     
    Also, this is a good time to think about making appointments for regular MD check-ups for the upcoming year. Fostering your student’s connection with their pediatrician cultivates their sense of support and commitment to health and well-being.

    My office hours are:
    Tuesdays, Wednesdays and some* Thursdays
    Tuesdays & Thursdays:  8am - 3:50pm
    Wednesdays:  7:30am - 3:20pm

    Always Your School Nurse,
    Dvora Citron, RN, MS
    dcitron@auhsdschools.org, 925-280-2970 x7128
    IG: acalanesschoolnurse, ​School Nurse Website

  • Wellness Center

    December 15, 2024

    The Acalanes Wellness Center wishes you a happy holiday season! We will be open for students needing support during finals with a modified schedule:
     
    Monday: Regular Hours
    Tuesday-Friday: 8am-1:30pm
     
    While winter break is a great time for self-care and connection, this time of year can also be difficult for many. Thankfully, the CCCOE Wellness In Schools Program(WISP) has done the heavy lifting on compiling a list of easy to access local and national resources should you find your AHS student in need while away from school.
     
    As always, dialing 211 will connect you with a database of community resources including Contra Costa Crisis Center and dialing 988 will connect you to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

  • Performing & Visual Arts

    December 15, 2024

    Acalanes Performing Arts Boosters would like to recognize the 16 Acalanes musicians who were selected for the prestigious Contra Costa County Honor Band. Acalanes Instrumental Music Dons made a record showing this year and we look forward to their concert in February!

    Koto Watanabe, Flute*
    Serina Eun, Clarinet*
    Monique Khouw, Clarinet*
    Noah Frankel, Clarinet
    Claire George, Clarinet
    Melina Galacatos, Bass Clarinet*
    Emme Young, Bass Clarinet
    Aya Watanabe, Bassoon
    Jonathan Judson, Tenor Saxophone
    Bennett George, Trumpet
    Emerson Boudreau, Horn
    Harrison Mrachek, Horn
    Emmett Brummel, Trombone*
    Leah Dong, Tuba
    Jake Rennie, Percussion
    Naoto Watanabe, Percussion
    Asterisk indicates 1st Chair - Principal

  • LPIE

    December 15, 2024

    Pinstripes in Walnut Creek is OPEN and the LPIE Bowling Tournament is ON!
    Kick-off Super Bowl weekend on Friday, Feb 7, 2025 at 6pm by joining us for some bowling fun! We will take over the 2nd floor of Pinstripes, enjoy an evening filled with bowling, drinks, a delicious buffet-style dinner from Pinstripes’ scratch kitchen, and vie for a chance to be the LPIE bowling champ! Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Dec 17 at 9am. Grab a friend and check out the new Pinstripes while raising money for our schools!

  • Sports

    December 15, 2024

    SAVE THE DATE for fun night celebrating sports at Acalanes!

    *The game schedule below 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.

    This week’s can’t miss events:
     
    Girls basketball
    Friday, Dec 20 Varsity at Benicia HS at 7pm.
    Saturday, Dec 21 host Sacred Heart Cathedral HS. JV at 1:30pm and Varsity at 3pm.
     
    Boys soccer
    Saturday, Dec 21 host Terra Linda HS. JV at 2pm and Varsity at 4pm.
    Saturday, Dec 21 Frosh host James Logan HS at 12pm.
     
    Wrestling
    Saturday, Dec 21 Varsity in the Bill Martell Invitational at Northgate HS.
    Saturday, Dec 21 Girls in the Castro Valley Invitational.
    Saturday, Dec 21 JV in the Brett Fafard Tournament at Will C. Wood HS.
     
    You may view the full 2024-2025 Athletic Schedule by clicking HERE.

  • Finals Prep

    December 8, 2024

    We have your students covered as they prepare to finish the semester strong! Please be sure to visit our APC website for even more information on all events planned to support our students through finals.
     
    CANINE STRESS BUSTERS
    Tuesday, Dec 10 during lunch in the front quad
    Come hug it out with your favorite four-legged friends. Therapy dogs will be on campus to provide smiles and tail wags to help reduce stress and provide a general sense of connection to our students.
     
    FROSH FINALS INFORMATIONAL MEETING
    Tuesday, Dec 10 during lunch in the library
    Come hear from teachers in English, math, world history, living earth and world language about best practices to prepare for finals. They will not only share information on finals but best ways to study as well. Finals goodie bags will be given to the first 200 frosh thanks to APC!
     
    EXAM JAM
    Wednesday, Dec 11 from 3-5pm in the library
    Kick start your finals studying and preparation during Exam Jam. We will have teachers from each department, along with peer tutors, to support and answer questions. It is a great opportunity to finish up study guides, begin to study while enjoying delicious snacks and enjoy a quiet environment. Exam Jam is open to all students.
     
    WELLNESS WINTER WORKSHOP
    Wednesday, Dec 11 and Friday, Dec 13 during academy
    Our Wellness in the Winter sessions are a space to gather together and practice coping skills to thrive during finals and a long break with family. Sign up for this academy.
     
    And don’t forget to encourage your student to take advantage of these additional resources:

    • Peer Tutoring during every academy, lunch, 7th period, and every day for 1 hour after the final school bell.
    • The Wellness Center is open for students to drop in Monday through Friday from 8am - 4pm (with teacher approval during class hours).
    • Acalanes library is open from 7:30am to 5pm daily.

    Check out our Finals Prep Webpage for more information and resources!

  • APC in Action

    December 8, 2024

    STAFF APPRECIATION OPPORTUNITY!
    Calling all bakers for one of our favorite Acalanes traditions! The APC Staff Appreciation Holiday Cookie Exchange is on Friday, Dec 13. Sign up here to contribute to this fun event for our staff!
    Contact Stacey Hastings or Dominique Mickelson with any questions.

    FINALS FUEL for EXAM WEEK - Get Involved
    Finals are just around the corner…..and that means FINALS FUEL is back! During finals week, we provide snacks for the students during brunch period. You can help refuel and recharge our Dons in several ways:

    • Purchase snacks prior to finals week and deliver to a residence near AHS
    • Purchase snacks from our Amazon wish list and items will be sent directly to a residence for transport to AHS
    • Donate money and we’ll shop for you: Venmo @Stephanie-Asadorian (any amount is welcome and appreciated)
    • Volunteer to hand out snacks on campus Wednesday, Dec 18 - Friday, Dec 20

    Please click on the SignUpGenius and/or Amazon Wish List to help.

    Contact Regan Scovic and Stephanie Asadorian with any questions. Thank you in advance for your support!

    PEER TUTORING SEMINAR
    Is your student nervous for finals? Please encourage them to attend Peer Tutoring’s seminar with our very own Mr. Stewart for some reassurance going into finals week. Mr. Stewart will provide some time-tested tips to reduce anxiety and strengthen your student’s agency to be better prepared. This will take place on Wednesday, Dec 11 during academy in room 107.

    Follow Acalanes Parents Club on Instagram. Please reach out to APC here with any questions.