• LPIE

    February 23, 2025

    LPIE Gala Raffle
    We still have raffle tickets! $100 per ticket; only 200 tickets are being sold. You don’t need to be present at the Gala to win. Buy a ticket, enter for a chance to win, and support our schools in the process! Email office@lpie.org to purchase!

  • Sports

    February 23, 2025



    *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:
     
    Boys basketball
    Tuesday, February 25 NCS Semifinal.
    Friday, February 28 or Saturday, March 1 NCS Championship.
     
    Girls basketball
    Wednesday, February 26 NCS Semifinal.
    Friday, February 28 or Saturday, March 1 NCS Championship.
     
    Boys soccer
    Wednesday, February 26 NCS Semifinal.
    Friday, February 28 or Saturday, March 1 NCS Championship.
     
    Girls soccer
    Wednesday, February 26 NCS Semifinal.
    Friday, February 28 or Saturday, March 1 NCS Championship.
     
    Wrestling
    Thursday, February 27 through Saturday, March 1 CIF Championship.
     
    Boys tennis
    Monday, February 24 v. De La Salle HS at 3:30 pm.  Varsity away and JV home.
    Tuesday, February 25 v. Piedmont HS at 3:30 pm.  Varsity home and JV away.
    Thursday, February 27 v. Head Royce HS at 3:30 pm.  Varsity home and JV away.
     
    Softball
    Tuesday, February 25 v. Piedmont HS at 3:30 pm.  Varsity away and JV home.
    Thursday, February 27 v. Albany HS at 3:30 pm.  Varsity home and JV away.
     
    Baseball
    Tuesday, February 25 v. Pinole Valley HS at 3:30 pm.  Varsity away and JV home.
    Friday, February 28 v. Piedmont HS at 3:30 pm.  Varsity away and JV home.
     
    Boys volleyball
    Tuesday, February 25 host Moreau Catholic HS.  JV at 5:00 pm and Varsity at 6:30 pm.
    Wednesday, February 26 at Amador Valley HS.  JV at 5:00 pm and Varsity at 6:30 pm.
     
    Girls lacrosse
    Tuesday, February 25 host Amador Valley HS.  JV at 5:30 pm and Varsity at 7:00 pm.
    Friday, February 28 at San Marin HS.  JV at 5:00 pm and Varsity at 6:30 pm.
     
    Boys lacrosse
    Wednesday, February 26 at Dublin HS.  JV at 5:30 pm and Varsity at 7:00 pm.
    Friday, February 28 host Stuart Hall HS.  JV at 5:30 pm and Varsity at 7:00 pm.

    You may view the full 2024-2025 Athletic Schedule by clicking HERE.

  • General Administration Announcements

    February 17, 2025

  • APC in Action

    February 17, 2025
    February Dons Dialogue - this Friday at 8:45am
    Join us on Friday, Feb 21 in the Collaboration Center for coffee, treats and informative dialogue!  This month’s topics include;
    • Artificial intelligence update by John Walker, Associate Superintendent
    • No Hate Speech zone and BIRT
    • CAASPP testing information
    • Activities Report from student leaders
    • Q&A with Principal Shawn
    The APC Dons Dialogues are the best way to stay in the loop with what is happening on campus, ask any questions you may have or just connect with the Acalanes community.
    We hope to see you Friday!
     
    Spring 2025 Grants Application Still Available!
    Acalanes Parents Club is looking to award grants that will enhance and enrich the educational experience of AHS students in new and innovative ways. Teachers, staff and students are encouraged to submit ideas for meaningful programs and educational equipment. Click here to read more and access the application.
    Application deadline extended until Friday, Feb 21!
     
    Acalanes Student Community Service Awards: Deadline Friday, Apr 18
    The Acalanes community service awards program year is in full swing so please make sure your students are logging those hours!  It’s a great opportunity for students to give back AND be recognized for their service. Students who volunteer at least 30 qualifying hours by Apr 18 will get an Acalanes Service Award and there is an opportunity to receive a Presidential Service Award with additional levels of service hours. For more information on how to create a Helper Helper account, what qualifies as community service, and the additional requirements for a Presidential Service Award, please check out our volunteer website or email communityservice@acalanesparentsclub.com with any questions. Please remember that your student’s hours must be entered AND validated by their supervisor by the deadline.


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

  • Campus Culture Committee

    February 17, 2025

    Upcoming Important Dates

    • February: Black Excellence Month
    • Jan29 - Feb 16: Lunar New Year
    • Feb 28 - Mar 29: Ramadan

    ALL ARE WELCOME HERE T-shirts have arrived! For just $20 you can support the Campus Culture Committee of APC while wearing a stylish black t-shirt that lets everyone know what the Dons are all about. Reach out here for payment information and how to get your shirt. Available in M and L only at this time.

    Monday, Feb 24 is our next Campus Culture Committee meeting. Parents and guardians of all current Acalanes students are invited to attend.

    Black Excellence Month continues with BSU student meetings each Wednesday of February. Please support them by encouraging your students to attend the club’s events, including the Movie Night with Potluck on Feb 21 and the Quad City Dance on Feb 28.

    If you’d like to help with any celebrations or join in our cultural discussions, please contact the Campus Culture Committee here and don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up to date with what the students are doing to celebrate all of these wonderful cultures and special dates.

    Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up to date with what the students are doing to celebrate all of these wonderful cultures and special dates.

     

  • Student Activities

    February 17, 2025

    SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK

    • Wednesday academy: Health Career Panel in room 314
    • Wednesday lunch: BSU & MSU collab meeting in room 314
    • Thursday lunch: Frosh carnival in the pumpkin patch
    • Friday academy: Dr. Ty Douglas, Associate Athletic Director at CAL, in the library
    • Friday lunch: Finance talk- How to Go From a Teacher’s Salary to a Millionaire with Mr. Buchel in room 316
    • Friday 5pm: BSU potluck + Hidden Figures showing

    UPCOMING:

    • Elections: Feb 26-28
    • Quad City district dance hosted by AUHSD BSU’s: Feb 28
    • Color Run + Holi celebration: Mar 16 at 9am
    • Prom ticket sales are open - prom is Apr 19
    • Intramural girls flag football sign-ups

    Got talent? Students can sign up to perform in OR be one of the senior hosts at Acalanes High School’s Talent Show on Mar 18!

    Encourage your student to come to the Health Career Speaker Panel on Wednesday, Feb 19 during academy in room 314 to hear the experiences of 4 Acalanes community members who have worked in various health professions! This will be the first speaker panel of a monthly series, where each speaker will share their career journey, insights, and advice.
     
    SEED High School Friendship Circle
    Friendship buddies wanted to hang out and socialize with youth with special needs on Feb 20 from 5-6:30pm at LOPC. Students can email susan@lopc.org to volunteer.
     
    The annual Acalanes Spring Blood Drive is on Tuesday, Feb 25! You and/or your student can make appointments through the Red Cross website (link here). You must create an account to sign up. If you have any questions please reach out to caroline.urick25@auhsdschools.org
     
    The Enviro board is holding a prom dress drive this year through Mar 29. There will be two locations with bins where people can drop off prom dresses and accessories: the Lafayette Community Center and in front of the Acalanes attendance office. The dresses will go to the San Francisco Princess Project which distributes the prom dresses to people who need them
     
    February is Black Excellence Month
    As a community, we will celebrate Black Excellence throughout the month of February.



    Potluck + Movie Night
    In honor of Black Excellence Month, BSU will be hosting a potluck before a showing of Hidden Figures in the front quad. The potluck will be on Feb 21 at 5pm and the movie will start at 5:30pm. Please sign up to bring food. Another event to put in your calendar is the Quad City Dance on Feb 28 at 7:30pm at Las Lomas. It is a district wide dance open to all and is $10 on Go Fan.
     
    2025-2026 Leadership for the Class of 2029
    Leadership applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now available for incoming 9th graders and due Feb 20. There are 16 different committees and an interest for everyone. Find all the information here
     
    Introducing the 2nd Annual Contra Costa Shark Tank Youth Competition
    Your student can win $2,000 to launch or grow their business! No idea is too small! This competition is a fun way to promote youth entrepreneurship among K-12 students in Contra Costa County. When young people succeed as entrepreneurs, they improve their own lives while also contributing to the economic development of their local communities. Visit www.contracostasharktank.org to learn more. Finalists will be selected by the Campolindo High School Entrepreneurship Club and winners selected by a panel of judges on May 1 at the Lafayette Library. Deadline to apply is Mar 15!
     
    KEY 2ND SEMESTER DATES:
    Mar 16: Color Run
    Mar 18: Talent show
    Apr 19: Junior & senior prom
    Apr 25: Special Olympics
    Apr 23-26: School musicalLooking to stay informed?     Follow us on Instagram for the latest on student activities and class happenings.
     
    Katherine Walton, Activities Director