Daily Announcements

September Announcements

Date

Club/Organization

Announcement

9/23/2024

Research Library

September is Library Card Signup Month! The teen librarians from Rust Library will be here during lunch on Thursday and Friday this week. Don't have a public library card? Stop by the circulation desk to pick up a form!

9/23/2024

School Store

October will be here soon and our pink shirts have arrived in the school store. Stop by to purchase your t-shirt or sweatshirt for our Pink Out in October. All proceeds will be donated to LBHN.

9/23/2024

Chess Club

Like chess? Want to play chess online and over-the-board against others? Stop by the Chess Club's interest meeting during lunch on Tuesday & Wednesday, 9/24 & 9/25 in room 1203. All levels are welcome!

9/24/2024

Yearbook

Are you interested in helping create our yearbook this year? Come join us this week during lunch, September 26/27, in room 0104 to get involved. Everyone is welcome, and we hope to see you there!

9/24/2024

Career Center Assistant

Did you know North Carolina A & T University offers many academic programs in business, biology, health care, engineering & technology just to name a few? To learn more…Stop by and visit North Carolina A & T's Rep. Kennedi Chrisp today at 1:00pm in Auditorium “A”.

9/24/2024

Career Center Assistant

Dartmouth College prepares it's students for a bright & productive future in academic programs such as Political Science, Mathematics, Biology, Engineering, and Environmental Studies. Bring your lunch and meet Dartmouth's Rep Will Kieger at 1:00 pm Thursday, 09/26th in Auditorium A. All are welcome to attend!

9/25/2024

Red cross club

Are you interested in getting volunteer hours? You should come by room 2212 Thursday 9/26 and Friday 9/27 for a red cross interested meeting!

9/25/2024

NSBE-Jr (National Society of Black Engineers - Juniors) Club

NSBE-Jr will meet in room 1313 during lunch Today Friday Sept 27. See you during lunch.

9/26/2024

ACL Vex Robotics

Are you interested in competition robotics? Do you want to collaborate and innovate with like minded peers? Come to the ACL VEX Robotics club interest meeting today at 1:15pm during lunch in Mr. Kantz's room, room 1416. We will discuss club dues, member expectations, and what a competition season looks like in ACL VEX. We hope to see you there!

9/26/2024

PBIS

The Academies of Loudoun would like to recognize students who have received Raptor Raves throughout the school year. Raptor Raves are awarded to students who display our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Community. Each month, a name will be drawn from amongst Raptor Rave recipients. This month, Adam Zhang has been selected. Please visit the student services office to claim your prize. Many thanks to all the Raptor Rave Students for embodying the ACL core values of respect, integrity, and community!

9/26/2024

ACL Fall Plant Sale

The ACL Fall Plant Sale will be open today (FRIDAY) to STAFF and STUDENTS ONLY from 11-2.

9/26/2024

Leesburg Car Show

All student volunteers for the Leesburg Car Show are expected to attend a brief volunteer orientation at 1:20 pm in the Auditorium during lunch today. Thank you for supporting this event!

9/30/2024

Leesburg Car Show

All student volunteers for the Leesburg Car Show are expected to attend a brief volunteer orientation at 1:20 pm in the Auditorium during lunch today. Thank you for supporting this event!

9/30/2024

CSHS

Are you interested in joining a prestigious organization dedicated to recognizing and promoting excellence in computer science education and innovation? Come find out more at the Computer Science Honor Society interest meeting during lunch in the Auditorium today!

9/30/2024

ACL RoboLoCo

Congratulations to ACL RoboLoCo for ranking 4th in the qualifiers at Saturday's Icebreaker robotics competition and serving as captain of alliance 3 in the playoffs.

October Announcements

Date

Club/Organization

Announcement

10/2/2024

Career Center Assistant

College Rep. - Amy Weaver from West Virginia University will be here today (Tues.) at 1:00 pm in the Orange Common Area to tell you about the many educational programs they offer in accounting, aerospace engineering, agricultural, and medicine. Bring your lunch and drop by to visit.

10/4/2024

Science Olympiad

The Science Olympiad Club will host Interest Meetings on Tuesday, October 8 and Wednesday, October 9 in Room 1313. Come to Room 1313 on Tuesday October 8, and Wednesday october 9 and learn about the Science Olympiad. See you during lunch.

10/5/2024

SkillsUSA

Congratulation to the following SkillsUSA members who participated in the annual SkillsUSA Day at the Virginia State Fair. (see email).

10/7/2024

Research Library

This month's Project Lit book is Thien Pham's "Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam". Students must join the Schoology Group and have an adult fill out the Permission Click to participate - so stop by the circulation desk or refer to the fliers on the Communication Hub. We will be meeting October 28 to discuss, so join soon and come pick up a copy of the book.

10/7/2024

Physics Club

Physics club will be meeting in Room 1312 on October 10th [if it is 10/10, say ...in Room 1312 today...]. If you are interested in solving challenging math and physics problems, stop by Room 1312 to learn more!

10/7/2024

Neuroscience Club

Are you interested in diving into the world of neuroscience and discovering how the brain works through fun activities? If so, come join us for Neuroscience Club Thursday 10/10/24 or Friday 10/11/24 during lunch in room 2408. For more information, check out the flyers on the bulletin boards. Hope to see you all there!

10/8/2024

Cosmetology

Congratulations to all the Cosmetology students who competed at the SkillsUSA State Fair Competition last week. Congratulations to the Total Fantasy Team of Lilie Ader, Zia Gill, & Addisson Zimmerman for placing 3rd in the State of Virginia as well as, Sarah Martin who placed 7th in Braiding and Natural Hairstyling and Leigh Ward placed 10th in Fantasy Manikin Competition.

10/8/2024

Research Library

Happy Teentober! Your Research Library finally has the prize books for the summer reading program. Stop by the Research Library to turn in your summer reading log and pick out a prize!

10/15/2024

Career Center

College Rep Willem Gerrish from the University of Chicago will be here today at 1:00 (Wed. 10/16) to talk with students about how you can be part of the University of Chicago’s educational study body and community. Feel free to bring your lunch & All are welcome to attend!

10/15/2024

Career Center

James Madison University will be here on Friday, Oct. 18 at 1:00 pm to share information about the various educational programs JMU has to offer. JMU is a place where all students get a chance to grow, achieve, and succeed. Bring your lunch and come visit JMU’s College Rep Chris Carlberg in Auditorium "A" today!

10/22/2024

SkillsUSA

There is a SkillsUSA meeting happening today in room 0104, Graphic Communications. Come stop by for information on membership for SkillsUSA, results of the state fair, and other activities. There will be treats!

10/22/2024

School Store

Today is our annual Pink Out! If you wore your pink today, please join us during lunch for a picture. An announcement will be made when it's time to head outside. Thank you for supporting LBHN and raising breast cancer awareness.

10/22/2024

NSBE-Jr

This week at the NSBE-Jr interest meetings (Thursday 10/24 and Friday 10/25) , we will have a tallest structure building competition! Come during lunch for some refreshments and an opportunity to win various prizes! Hope to see you there, and be sure to bring your friends too!

10/22/2024

Career Center Assistant

College Rep Jennie Mescon from New York University will be in Auditorium "A" on Tuesday (10/22) at 1:00 pm to share information about NYU's application process, academic programs, their campus life. Bring your lunch and drop by and learn more about NYU.

10/22/2024

ACL RoboLoCo

Congratulations to ACL RoboLoCo for competing in the Battle O' Baltimore robotics competition on Sunday. The A team ranked third in qualifiers with a 6-0 record, serving as alliance 3 captain in the playoffs. The B team earned the Ramparts Finalist Award competing as a back-up robot for the 2nd place alliance. Go RoboLoCo!

10/22/2024

Placement Coordinator

ManTech’s DFEND Internship is a paid, eight-week summer internship program for current high school seniors and a limited number of juniors. Representatives from ManTech will be at the Academies of Loudoun during lunch TODAY in Auditorium B to share more information about this opportunity.

10/22/2024

Cosmetology

A message from the Cosmetology Department.
Halloween is approaching and it’s time to trick’o treat yourself to a salon service.
Join us on October 28th and 29th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm for our Halloween Salon day!
Check around the school for our fliers for more information or visit the cosmetology front desk!
We make spooky look cute. See you there!

10/22/2024

Amnesty

Help Hurricane Victims!! The Amnesty, American Red Cross, and Medical Equity of America Clubs, are collecting clothing, shoes, and toiletries THIS WEEK ONLY. Please donate at rooms 2202 and 2208

10/23/2024

Biomedical Engineering Society

Please support your Biomedical Engineering Society and send a Boo Bag or a note to a friend on Oct.25 and 29th! Bags have candy and surprises with a personalized note for $3, or send a note for $1. See us at the top of the learning stairs before school and at lunch!

10/23/2024

School Store

Today is our annual Pink Out! If you wore your pink today, please join us during lunch for a picture. An announcement will be made when it's time to head outside. Thank you for supporting LBHN and raising breast cancer awareness.

10/23/2024

NSBE-Jr

This week at the NSBE-Jr interest meetings (Thursday 10/24 and Friday 10/25) , we will have a tallest structure building competition! Come during lunch for some refreshments and an opportunity to win various prizes! Hope to see you there, and be sure to bring your friends too!

10/23/2024

Placement Coordinator

ManTech’s DFEND Internship is a paid, eight-week summer internship program for current high school seniors and a limited number of juniors. Representatives from ManTech will be at the Academies of Loudoun during lunch TODAY in Auditorium B to share more information about this opportunity.

10/23/2024

Cosmetology

A message from the Cosmetology Department.
Halloween is approaching and it’s time to trick’o treat yourself to a salon service.
Join us on October 28th and 29th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm for our Halloween Salon day!
Check around the school for our fliers for more information or visit the cosmetology front desk!
We make spooky look cute. See you there!

10/23/2024

Amnesty

Help Hurricane Victims!! The Amnesty, American Red Cross, and Medical Equity of America Clubs, are collecting clothing, shoes, and toiletries THIS WEEK ONLY. Please donate at rooms 2202 and 2208

10/23/2024

Research Library

Please pick up your color print requests from the research library. We will be clearing out the folder at the end of the quarter. Thank you!

10/23/2024

Project Lit

There are still copies of the ProjectLit book for this month. Stop by the circulation desk and then join us Monday the 28th to discuss.

10/23/2024

Career Center Assistant

College Rep Eva Bramesco will be here at 1:00 today (Wed. 10/23) from George Mason University in Auditorium A.
Come meet GMU's college rep to learn how you can be part of the George Mason University's educational study body and the community. Feel free to bring your lunch & All are welcome to attend!

10/23/2024

Career Center Assistant

College Rep Ella Knight will be here Thursday, Oct. 24th at 1:00 pm from the College of William & Mary to talk with students about how the College of William & Mary is a place where all students get a chance to grow, achieve, and succeed. Bring your lunch and come visit us in Auditorium "A".

10/23/2024

RoboLoCo

ACL RoboLoCo's annual Krispy Kreme fundraiser has begun! ACL RoboLoCo is raising money for their competition and build season. Your last chance to order is Tuesday, November 12th, so don’t miss out! To order donuts, talk to any ACL RoboLoCo member or visit Dr. Tomlinson's room - Room 1403! The donuts can be picked up during the last 20 minutes of lunch on November 18th and 19th in room 1403.

10/24/2024

ACL VEX Robotics

Attention all new and returning members of ACL VEX Robotics! If you have recieved an invitation to join the club, please join us this Saturday from 10am-12pm for a meet and greet in Mr. Kantz's room, 1316. We hope to see you there!

10/24/2024

Yearbook

Are you interested Come to the ACL Yearbook? Come join us during lunch on this Thursday and Friday in room 0104 to get involved. Everyone is welcome, and we hope to see you there!

10/24/2024

ACL Astronomical Society

The ACL Astronomical Society will be hosting an interest meeting today at 1:20 pm in Room 2315.

10/24/2024

Red Cross

"Attention all Red Cross members! There will be a Red Cross meeting next week during lunch on Monday 10/28 in room 2204 and Tuesday 10/29 in room 2212. Hope to see you all there!"

10/25/2024

Yearbook

Are you interested Come to the ACL Yearbook? Come join us during lunch on this Thursday and Friday in room 0104 to get involved. Everyone is welcome, and we hope to see you there!

10/25/2024

Red Cross

"Attention all Red Cross members! There will be a Red Cross meeting next week during lunch on Monday 10/28 in room 2204 and Tuesday 10/29 in room 2212. Hope to see you all there!"

10/25/2024

ACL VEX Robotics

Attention ACL VEX Robotics Members: Our Saturday Meet and Greet scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed due to admissions testing at ACL. Check your email later this afternoon for an email from Mr. Kantz with the updated date for this club meeting.

10/28/2024

RoboLoCo

ACL RoboLoCo's annual Krispy Kreme fundraiser has begun! ACL RoboLoCo is raising money for their competition and build season. Your last chance to order is Tuesday, November 12th, so don’t miss out! To order donuts, talk to any ACL RoboLoCo member or visit Dr. Tomlinson's room - Room 1403! The donuts can be picked up during the last 20 minutes of lunch on November 18th and 19th in room 1403.

10/28/2024

Red Cross

"Attention all Red Cross members! There will be a Red Cross meeting next week during lunch on Monday 10/28 in room 2204 and Tuesday 10/29 in room 2212. Hope to see you all there!"

10/28/2024

Career Center Assistant

The University of Mary Washington, is committed to a college experience that focuses on what matters most to students. So, come by today at 1:00 pm in Auditorium A and visit with Carson Berrier to learn more about the multiple educational paths at the University of Mary Washington. All are welcomed to attend!

10/28/2024

SCA

Stop by the Research Library and make a pipe cleaner pumpkin with your SCA during lunch. We'd love to see you there!

10/28/2024

Model UN

Are you interested in how international organizations work ? Are you interested in competing in simulated UN meeting to solve world problems? Come to an interest meeting for the model UN club today during lunch in room 2311 where u can learn and practice to be a UN delegate.

10/28/2024

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Department is holding it's first Salon Day for the year today Monday 10/28 and tomorrow Tuesday 10/29 from 10:00-3:00. Get all your assignments done for the quarter and come down to rooms 1214 & 1215 for some relaxation with services like
hair and scalp treatments, manicures, tinsel and more.

10/29/2024

RoboLoCo

ACL RoboLoCo's annual Krispy Kreme fundraiser has begun! ACL RoboLoCo is raising money for their competition and build season. Your last chance to order is Tuesday, November 12th, so don’t miss out! To order donuts, talk to any ACL RoboLoCo member or visit Dr. Tomlinson's room - Room 1403! The donuts can be picked up during the last 20 minutes of lunch on November 18th and 19th in room 1403.

November Announcements

Date

Club/Organization

Announcement

11/6/2024

FFA

The Loudoun FFA is holding thier anual FRUIT SALE EVENT to order go to the ACL website or ask a FFA member.

11/6/2024

Model UN

Join the Model UN Club in discussing upcoming Model UN events that we will participate in. The meeting is lunchtime today in room 2311.

11/6/2024

SCA

Happy November Gaming Month! Sign up to join us in a month long chess tournament, ending in a game of human chess. Fliers with the QR code are posted around the building.

11/6/2024

SCA

It's the Battle of the Paddle! Join your SCA in a game of pickleball on November 14 and 15 during lunch. We will be outside on the fire lane behind the school.

11/6/2024

Research Library

Join us for Project Lit on Monday November 11th to discuss Family Style. We will have sessions in the morning, during lunch, and after school. Hope to see you there! There are still copies of the book available if you would like to pick one up.

11/7/2024

NSBE Jr

Are you interested in STEM? Come to the NSBE Jr. meeting today in room 305 during lunch.

11/6/2024

FFA

The Loudoun FFA is holding thier anual FRUIT SALE EVENT, to order, go to the ACL website or ask a FFA member.

11/6/2024

SCA

Happy November Gaming Month! Sign up to join us in a month long chess tournament, ending in a game of human chess. Fliers with the QR code are posted around the building.

11/6/2024

SCA

It's the Battle of the Paddle! Join your SCA in a game of pickleball on November 14 and 15 during lunch. We will be outside on the fire lane behind the school.

11/6/2024

Research Library

Join us for Project Lit on Monday November 11th to discuss Family Style. We will have sessions in the morning, during lunch, and after school. Hope to see you there! There are still copies of the book available if you would like to pick one up.

11/7/2024

Career Center Assistant

Virginia Tech’s academic programs aren't just courses for you to study; they're pathways to the accomplishments you want to make if your field of study is in Bioengineering, Computer Science, Law or Business Finance. Bring your lunch and meet Virginia Tech’s Admission's Counselor on a Virtual Session on Tues., Nov. 12th in Auditorium “A”. All are welcome to attend!

11/8/2024

HOSA

National Diabetes this week!! Wear blue to school on Thursday and Friday to show your support and awareness of this chronic condition.

11/8/2024

RoboLoCo

ACL RoboLoCo's annual Krispy Kreme fundraiser has begun! ACL RoboLoCo is raising money for their competition and build season. Your last chance to order is Tuesday, November 12th, so don’t miss out! To order donuts, talk to any ACL RoboLoCo member or visit Dr. Tomlinson's room - Room 1403! The donuts can be picked up during the last 20 minutes of lunch on November 18th and 19th in room 1403.

11/8/2024

ACL

The Academies of Loudoun recognizes our veterans and service members:
ACL Veterans include, Ms. Madi Alvarez, U.S. Air Force, Mr. Rodney Krone, U.S. Marine Corp, Mr. Alan Lear, U.S. Marine Corp and U.S. Army, and Mr. Damon Putman, U.S. Navy.

Mr. Josh Meyers currently serves in the U.S. Marine Corp.

Thank you for your service!

11/11/2024

TSA

Important TSA meeting today in Room 305 during lunch. Please plan to attend for important membership information.

11/11/2024

SkillsUSA

SkillsUSA meeting today in Graphic Communications foom 0104, hope to see you there.

11/6/2024

FFA

The Loudoun FFA is holding thier anual FRUIT SALE EVENT, to order, go to the ACL website or ask a FFA member.

11/6/2024

SCA

Happy November Gaming Month! Sign up to join us in a month long chess tournament, ending in a game of human chess. Fliers with the QR code are posted around the building.

11/6/2024

SCA

It's the Battle of the Paddle! Join your SCA in a game of pickleball on November 14 and 15 during lunch. We will be outside on the fire lane behind the school.

11/7/2024

Cancer Kids First

Come to the ACL Cancer Kids First interest meeting today in room 1419. Discover our mission and enjoy some treats! Everyone is welcome.

11/7/2024

Career Center Assistant

Virginia Tech’s academic programs aren't just courses for you to study; they're pathways to the accomplishments you want to make if your field of study is in Bioengineering, Computer Science, Law or Business Finance. Bring your lunch and meet Virginia Tech’s Admission's Counselor on a Virtual Session on Tues., Nov. 12th in Auditorium “A”. All are welcome to attend!

11/8/2024

HOSA

National Diabetes this week!! Wear blue to school on Thursday and Friday to show your support and awareness of this chronic condition.

11/8/2024

RoboLoCo

ACL RoboLoCo's annual Krispy Kreme fundraiser has begun! ACL RoboLoCo is raising money for their competition and build season. Your last chance to order is Tuesday, November 12th, so don’t miss out! To order donuts, talk to any ACL RoboLoCo member or visit Dr. Tomlinson's room - Room 1403! The donuts can be picked up during the last 20 minutes of lunch on November 18th and 19th in room 1403.

11/8/2024 1

ACL

The Academies of Loudoun recognizes our veterans and service members:
ACL Veterans include, Ms. Madi Alvarez, U.S. Air Force, Mr. Rodney Krone, U.S. Marine Corp, Mr. Alan Lear, U.S. Marine Corp and U.S. Army, and Mr. Damon Putman, U.S. Navy.

Mr. Josh Meyers currently serves in the U.S. Marine Corp.

Thank you for your service!

11/11/2024

TSA

Important TSA meeting today in Room 305 during lunch. Please plan to attend for important membership information.

11/11/2024

SkillsUSA

SkillsUSA meeting today in Graphic Communications room 0104, hope to see you there.

11/6/2024 9:35:37

Loudoun FFA

Loudoun FFA is holding their annual Fruit sale event for the holidays, Go to the ACL website to order or ask a FFA memeber

11/8/2024 15:07:06

HOSA

National Diabetes this week!! Wear blue to school on Thursday and Friday to show your support and awareness of this chronic condition.

11/12/2024 12:21:38

Model UN

The model UN club will meet today during lunch in room 2311. Please join us as we prepare for upcoming Model UN events

11/12/2024 21:33:09

Neuroscience Club

The Neuroscience Club has a meeting in Room 2408 today. Anyone can stop by to begin preparing for a medical ethics debate tournament! If you are interested in neuroscience or general medicine, come to Room 2408 for the club meeting!

11/6/2024

Loudoun FFA

Loudoun FFA is holding their annual Fruit sale event for the holidays, Go to the ACL website to order or ask a FFA memeber

11/14/2024

Cosmetology

The Cosmetology Dept. is hosting another Salon Day on Friday November 22, from 10:00-3:00 in rooms 1214 and 1215. Come and get glamorized before going on your fall break.

11/14/2024

Research Library

Our next Project Lit selection is "Thieves Gambit" by Kayvion Lewis. Stop by the circulation desk to pick up your copy and then join us to discuss on December 9th and 16th.

11/17/2024

Science Bowl (B-Day)

Are you interested in a Science based competition where you get the chance to compete against some of the best schools in the U.S. in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth and Space Sciences, Mathematics, and Energy? If so join the National Science Bowl club. Come to room 1313 at 1:15 pm during lunch Tuesday (Nov 19) for an information meeting/tryouts! 

11/13/2024

Model UN

Ready to consider solutions to the world's problems? Join the Model UN club at lunch today in room 2311. We will discuss committee and role selections for our first event this December.

11/14/2024

Research Library

Our next Project Lit selection is "Thieves Gambit" by Kayvion Lewis. Stop by the circulation desk to pick up your copy and then join us to discuss on December 9th and 16th.

11/15/2024

Cosmetology

Oh my gourd! Is it that time of the year again? Happy Early Thanksgiving! We invite you all to come to Cosmetology Dept. salon day on Tuesday, November 19 from 11:00-3:00 in rooms 1214 & 1215. Feast your eyes on our low prices and amazing service. Please remember it is first come, first serve so make sure you write us into your schedules as soon as possible so we can set you up with one of our many talented stylists. I hope to see you there!

11/17/2024

Science Bowl (B-Day)

Are you interested in a Science based competition where you get the chance to compete against some of the best schools in the U.S. in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth and Space Sciences, Mathematics, and Energy? If so join the National Science Bowl club. Come to room 1313 at 1:15 pm during lunch Tuesday (Nov 19) for an information meeting/tryouts! 

11/18/2024

School Store

The school store is holding a promotion later this week. Come by to write a thank you to a teacher or staff member on one of our cards and receive 10% off your purchase in the school store. Our team will deliver the notes to the teachers next week before the Thanksgiving break.

11/19/2024

FCCLA

FCCLA is collecting canned goods for Thanksgiving to donate to Loudoun Hunger Releif. Please consider donating items such as canned pumpkin, yams, gravy, boxed stuffing mix and canned turkey. Your donation can help make someone's Thanksgiving special. Thank you for your generous donation. Please drop off items outside room 413 - the Culinary classroom.