EAGLE NEWS

This event has been moved to December 4th now instead of Friday December 5th!

Don't miss the Allen Dance Department Holiday Dance Spectacular on Thursday, December 4th! Two shows will be held at the Allen Performing Arts Center at 6pm and 8pm. Experience an evening of captivating performances featuring Allen Tallenettes, Silver Stars, and Dance Department classes. Get your tickets on tickets@allenpac.org so you can celebrate the season with an unforgettable night

Allen ISD recently hosted a special concert event featuring the Allen Philharmonic Orchestra in collaboration with select Allen ISD high school students. The performance was attended by all Allen ISD fourth graders and showcased music selections from the UIL Elementary Music Memory List.

Each year, Jeff Turner, Director of Fine Arts for Allen ISD, curates pieces from the UIL list to be featured in this educational concert experience. In August, teaching materials are distributed to music teachers across the district, supporting both competition preparation and classroom instruction leading up to the concert.

The November 19 performance included a program of eight classical and modern selections totaling over 35 minutes of music. Featured works included Richard Strauss’s “Also sprach Zarathustra,” Mozart’s “Alleluia” from Exsultate, jubilate, and John Lithgow’s narrated piece The Remarkable Farkle McBride.

Student Performers

• Violin I – Ellie Tang, Tristan Wang, Seyed Kian Mir Mehrkay

• Violin II – Ashley Chen, Nathaniel Niduasa, Claire Yin

• Viola – Audrey Chen, Chase Lee

• Cello – Anthony Kim, Gio Han

• Bass – Matthew Szeto, Hanna Haltseva

• Percussion – Megan Nguyen, Khangai Dorjderem

The concert was conducted by Jeff Turner and performed twice during the day, at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., inside the Allen High School Performing Arts Center.

Thank you to the Allen Philharmonic Orchestra, participating student musicians, and Fine Arts staff for bringing classical music to life for hundreds of young students.

See the full photo gallery at https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCBrnU

Nov. 20-22, AHS Troupe 3105 of the International Thespian Society attended the Texas Thespian Convention. Over 8,000 Theatre students come together to compete in Theatrical Events, attend workshops, audition for colleges, and celebrate all things Theatre in Grapevine, Tx.

This year, we are thrilled to announce that once again Allen High school received a Mainstage Callback.

Grace Heidenreich was called back for her Solo Musical, On My Own, from Les Misérables, making the 3rd year in a row AHS has received a Callback. With over 800 competitors and only 6 performance slots available, a mainstage callback is one of the highest honors a theatre student can receive at Festival.

AHS International Thespian Troupe 3105 also received the following accolades:

1st PLACE in State, Team Audio Design for Hamlet:

Connor Sell (Senior)

Jordan Sutton (Senior)

2025 National Qualifiers :

Nicholas Thomas (Junior) Playwriting

Beck Reininger (Senior) Solo Musical, Empty Chairs, Lew Misérables

Lydia Mathews (Junior) Duet Acting with

Eden Ganze (Junior) Duet Acting, Cinderella Waltz

Jayci McGovern (Junior) Contrasting Monologues

Katerina Munoz-Panagiotarakos (Junior) Contrasting Monologues

Gabriella Price (Senior) Prop Design, Little Shop of Horrors, we will feature her piece in our upcoming musical, The Addams Family

Hailey Hodges (Senior) Solo Musical, Pretty Funny, Dog Fight

Nate Cravens (senior) Solo Musical, Stranger, Big Fish

National Qualifiers for the 2nd year in a row!

Grace Heidenreich (Senior) Solo Musical, On My Own, Les Misérables

Connor Sell (Senior) Solo Musical, Santa Fe, Newsies

Scholarship and College Auditions:

4 students auditioned for colleges and scholarships; collectively they received over 50 callbacks and over $400,000 in scholarship offers.

Connor Sell (Senior)

Hailey Hodges (Senior)

Nichelle Markland (Junior)

Katerina Munoz-Panagiotarakos (Junior)

We are so proud of our Thespians as they lovingly represented Allen High School with grace, dignity and a fierceness that only Allen can cultivate.

We’re excited to invite you to our HOPE Squad fundraiser at Chipotle! When you dine in or order to-go a portion of your purchase will help support HOPE Squad’s efforts to promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention in our school community. It’s a wonderful way to make a difference, so gather your family and friends, and join us for a night of good food and great purpose!

The Eagle Edge 12 Days of Christmas event is here! From December 1–12, stop by the store or check our Instagram each morning to see the daily discount. Each day brings a new surprise, so make sure you don’t miss out on these festive deals! 🎄

Our Eagles demonstrated the true meaning of service and school pride during Eagle Give Day! Students stepped up—and in some cases, waded in—to make a real difference on our campus.

A group of dedicated students went all-in on our trash clean-up efforts. They rolled up their sleeves (and even their pant legs!) and got straight to work. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and they proved that working hard and having fun can absolutely go hand in hand.

We are incredibly proud of these students for modeling leadership, responsibility, and a commitment to keeping our community beautiful. Their actions remind us that every Eagle has the power to make an impact.

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported Eagle Give Day—together, we continue to make STEAM a place we can all be proud of!

Driver License Attendance Verification (Allen High School)

A currently enrolled student seeking a driver’s license shall submit the Texas Department of Public Safety Verification of Enrollment and Attendance Form (VOE) to the student’s House Office at least 10 days before it is needed. The House Office will issue a VOE only if the student meets class credit or attendance requirements. The student will pick up their VOE (if approved) in their house office after communication that the VOE is ready to be picked up.

VOE's will not be emailed or faxed for any reason.

Students, if your House Office is closed, please visit the nearsest House Office for help.

The VOE form, https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/driver/forms/VOE.pdf, is available online. Further information may be found on the Texas Department of Public Safety website, https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/driver/education/students/verification-of-enrollment.htm

Each November, the senior class at Allen High School is invited to apply for a variety of locally funded scholarships, organized into ONE application by the Foundation. This streamlines the process for students, encourages more students to apply, and provides a variety of quality applicants to the local funding organizations and businesses.

For over 27 years, the Foundation has awarded scholarships to students through the generosity of donors. We are excited to announce that to date, the Foundation has awarded a total of 1,921 scholarships worth $1.9 million dollars to graduating Allen High School seniors!

The Foundation offers a variety of scholarships ranging from those funded on an annual basis to endowed scholarships in which the principal gift is invested with the earnings awarded. Scholarship awards are sent directly to colleges, universities or trade schools, and the students may use the funds for tuition, room and board, fees and books. Scholarship awards must be used in the school year following graduation from Allen High School.

Scholarship Timeline: online applications open November 1, committee reviews mid-December through mid-January, student interviews early February, committee final reviews and placements in March, scholarship awards to be announced end of March via email. Awards ceremony and reception in April.

New scholarships are added throughout the year. For information on establishing a new scholarship fund or contributing to an existing scholarship, please contact Regina Taylor at 972-727-0362.

Raising Eagles will host an online presentation titled Depression and Suicide Prevention on December 3 at noon. The session is presented by the Grant Halliburton Foundation.

This training will help students understand depression and suicide prevention, recognize warning signs, support friends who may be struggling, and practice positive coping skills that contribute to better mental health.

To learn more about Raising Eagles and to view past trainings, visit https://www.allenisd.org/raisingeagles

RSVP to Depression and Suicide Prevention for the link to the presentation: https://forms.gle/avWePPrK5HWoqN1c6

Raising Eagles will present Building Empathy and Self-Esteem to Combat Social Anxiety on December 9. The session will be led by Dr. Ryan Smith, PHD, LMFT, LPC. This presentation will focus on helping children build confidence through empathy and healthy self-worth so that they can better navigate social situations.

Families will learn practical strategies to foster stronger emotional connections and support children who struggle with social anxiety. The session will be offered online at both noon and 5:30 p.m.

To learn more about Raising Eagles and to view past trainings, visit https://www.allenisd.org/raisingeagles

RSVP to Building Empathy and Self-Esteem to Combat Social Anxiety for the link to the presentation: https://forms.gle/FihNDMfMKpzNiDgT8

High school is more than just classes — it’s about connection, growth, and finding where you belong. At Allen High School, students can unlock their potential, make lifelong friends, and have a blast by joining one of our many vibrant clubs and organizations! From art and science to sports, leadership, and community service, there’s truly something for everyone.

Getting involved helps every Eagle spread their wings — building confidence, discovering passions, and creating memories that will last long after graduation. Encourage your student to find their place in the Eagles’ Nest and watch them soar!