EAGLE NEWS

As we close out another incredible school year, this edition of Eagle News will be our final one for the 2025–2026 school year.

To our students, thank you for your hard work, resilience, school spirit, and the memories you created throughout the year. To our families, thank you for your partnership, encouragement, and continued support of our campus and staff. To our teachers and staff, thank you for the countless hours, dedication, and heart you pour into making a difference for our Eagles every single day.

Friday, May 22 marks two special milestones for our Eagle family. The last day of school and Graduation Day for the Class of 2026. While one chapter closes, another begins, and we are excited to see all of our Eagles continue to soar toward their future goals and opportunities.

We hope everyone enjoys a safe, restful, and well-deserved summer break filled with time to recharge, celebrate accomplishments, and make lasting memories with family and friends.

To our graduating seniors: congratulations on this remarkable achievement. You will always be a part of the Eagle family, and we cannot wait to see the impact you make in the world.

Thank you again for an amazing school year. Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle!

Have a wonderful summer, Eagles!

Students and Families

Yearbook distribution is right around the corner, and we’re excited for students to receive their copies and revisit the memories from this school year.

Yearbooks will be distributed on May 13 and May 14. To help the process run smoothly, distribution locations will be organized by house:

Students in Houses 100–300 will pick up their yearbooks in the Upper PAC.

Students in Houses 400–700 will pick up their yearbooks in the Eagles Nest.

We encourage students to plan ahead and pick up their yearbook during their assigned time and location.

Due to severe weather, we have changed the date of Senior Sunrise to Sunday, May 17th from 7:30-9pm, Rugby Field

On Saturday four Allen FFA students that advanced out of district competed at the area public speaking contest in Ponder.

From Left to Right:

Freshman Caylin Zittlau placed 9th in the Junior Prepared category

Junior Reagan Reed placed 2nd in the Agricultural Policy category

Sophomore Ida Johnson placed 4th in the Agri-business category

Senior Harper Labue placed 8th in the Extemporaneous speaking category

Thank you for the continued support of our FFA program!

Our ACO is launching a summer food drive to help support families in our community during the summer months. This is a great opportunity for those who are able and willing to make a meaningful impact while school is out.

We know many of our parents and families are always looking for ways to give back, and this is one of those moments where a small contribution can make a big difference.

If you are interested in helping out by donating or volunteering, please stay tuned for more details on how to get involved.

Thank you for continuing to support our Eagle community and for helping us take care of one another, not just during the school year, but all year long. 🦅❤️

The Allen Esports Club returned from the TexSEF Undisputed State Championship with some accolades.

Congratulations to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe team for making 3rd place at the state competition last week!

Congratulations to Elisha Mulenga for getting an All-State Award for being an outstanding competitor in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe!

Congratulations to the Valorant team for making 5th place at the state competition last week!

Allen ISD is proud to celebrate the Class of 2026 through Future Ready Friday. Seniors who plan to attend college, start a career, join the military, or pursue another path are invited to share what comes next.

Tell how Allen ISD helped prepare you for the future and what you plan to do after graduation. Selected seniors will be featured on district social media and district communications as part of our Future Ready Friday series.

Share your plans, highlight your achievements, and represent the Class of 2026.

Submit your information at https://forms.gle/6jW3nTGYDGWAXxwZ7

As the school year comes to a close at Allen High School, Introduction to Culinary Arts students had the opportunity to step behind the scenes and assist with closing duties at Blu, the student-run restaurant. Students learned proper sanitation procedures at the three-sink dish station from a Culinary Arts student and even jumped in to help in the commercial dishwashing area.

Other students shadowed seniors as they explored the many responsibilities involved in wrapping up the commercial kitchen for the weekend, including sanitizing prep stations, organizing supplies, and cleaning work areas. Students observed how teamwork, organization, and sanitation are essential parts of operating a professional commercial kitchen. The experience gave students a hands-on look at the real-world skills and responsibilities required in the culinary industry.

Upper Varsity:

https://www.atthighschoolhockeyleague.com/stats#/31/schedule?team_id=666987

Lower Varsity:

https://www.atthighschoolhockeyleague.com/stats#/31/schedule?team_id=666997

JV:

https://www.atthighschoolhockeyleague.com/stats#/31/schedule?team_id=667030

The National French Contest, also known as Le Grand Concours, is a prestigious nationwide competition sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French. Each year, students across the United States are tested on their French listening, reading, grammar, and cultural comprehension skills, competing against peers with similar levels of French study. In 2025, nearly 47,000 students from all 50 states participated in the competition, making it one of the largest and most respected academic language contests in the country.

We are proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of our French students, whose dedication and hard work earned impressive results at this year’s competition. Their accomplishments reflect not only their commitment to language learning, but also the strength of our French program and the support of their teachers and families.

Congratulations to the following students for their exceptional performance in the 2026 National French Contest / Le Grand Concours:

Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) is a 4-session virtual group through TCHATT for parents and caregivers of children ages 7-17 who struggle with anxiety. SPACE is an evidence-based program shown to reduce child anxiety – even though treatment involves working with parents only. Sessions are practical and interactive, with reading and practice between meetings. This approach is effective because children with anxiety often rely on their parents to help manage or avoid their fears. In response, parents may adjust their own behaviors – either by doing certain things or avoiding others – to reduce their child’s distress. These responses are called accommodations, and they occur in over 90% of families with an anxious child.

Examples of accommodation include:

• Responding to frequent phone calls or texts from a child during the school day.
• Picking a child up early from school due to anxiety.
• Repeatedly answering reassurance-seeking questions.
• Checking or completing homework because the child feels anxious.
• Speaking on behalf of a child in social situations due to a child’s anxiety.
• Staying with a child during activities or events longer than developmentally expected due to the child’s anxiety.
• Writing notes to excuse a child from class participation or presentations due to a child’s anxiety.

While these responses are well-intentioned, they can unintentionally maintain or increase anxiety over time. SPACE helps parents learn how to provide supportive responses while gradually reducing accommodation, with the goal of helping the child learn that they can cope with anxious feelings.

To refer or for questions, please contact Diana Johnson, LCSW, or Jessica Heerschap, PhD.

We are excited to share an incredible leadership opportunity for current juniors at Allen High School. Through our partnership with Rotary International, two students will have the opportunity to attend Camp RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) this summer.

Camp RYLA is a weeklong leadership camp designed to develop the next generation of leaders. Students from across the region participate in activities focused on teamwork, communication, problem solving, and leadership development. Through workshops, group challenges, athletic activities, and team-building experiences, students learn how to collaborate with other leaders and build the skills needed to make a positive impact in their schools and communities.

This opportunity is fully funded through a scholarship valued at approximately $1,000 per student, and we are hoping to send two outstanding Allen juniors to participate.

Students who attend Camp RYLA often return with:

• Greater confidence in their leadership abilities
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A network of student leaders from across the region
• A deeper understanding of how to positively influence their school and community

If you are a current junior interested in leadership, making a difference, or growing your confidence, we encourage you to apply.

Applications and additional information can be found here:
https://ryla5810.org/portfolio-item/2026-prospective-students/

Students can complete the application and submit it via email. Names must be submitted to the camp director by the first week of April, so we encourage interested students to apply soon.

If you know a student who would be a great candidate for this opportunity, please encourage them to apply.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow as a leader before your senior year and beyond.

https://schoolpay.com/pay/for/2026-AHS-GRADUATION-Digital-Copy/Sb8YBNw

AHS Seniors!

We can’t wait to celebrate AHS Graduation with you on Friday, May 22 at 7:30 pm at Eagle Stadium. Between now and then there are lots of things that need to be accomplished! Please refer to the AHS Senior Website for important information and checklists that need to be completed to walk the stage.

The most important deadline to get your graduation tasks completed is April 7! On April 7 we will have CLEARED FOR TAKEOFF. This will be the day staff confirm you have completed your senior checklist and you can pick up your cap and gown (if you ordered by March 20th).

The name pronunciation survey is live! Please complete this SURVEY by April 7 so we can pronounce your name correctly at graduation. This is a requirement for all seniors.

Finally, we wanted to make you aware of a change to ticketing for the graduation ceremony.

• Each graduating senior will receive 10 tickets to hand out to their friends and family. These tickets will be picked up at Senior Checkout on Thursday, May 21.

• All guests over the age of 2 must have a ticket to enter Eagle Stadium.

• Additional ticket requests: Students who would like to request additional tickets will click this link. (Students must be logged in to their Allen ISD account to access the link).

• 5 additional tickets will be provided per request (1 request per graduate). Due to seating capacity at Eagle Stadium, only the first 300 requests will be honored.

• These tickets will also be picked up on Thursday, May 21 by the senior who requested them.

The “Senior 2026” tab on the Allen High School website is officially live! This page will serve as the central hub for all graduation-related information and updates.

All important announcements, deadlines, and graduation details will be posted there, so students, parents, and staff are encouraged to check the page regularly and use it as the go-to source for the most current information.

Please help us spread the word and direct families to the Senior 2026 page throughout the year. Let’s make it a smooth and memorable graduation journey! 🎓✨

We’re excited to share an important college affordability opportunity from the University of North Texas (UNT)!

Beginning Fall 2026, UNT’s newly announced North Texas Promise program will cover tuition and mandatory fees for qualifying first-time freshmen for up to four years. This initiative is designed to make a high-quality college education more accessible and affordable for students and families across North Texas.

We encourage students and families to learn more about eligibility, benefits, and next steps by reviewing the full announcement linked below:

👉 Learn more about the North Texas Promise program

https://bit.ly/4qMEKgR

This is a great opportunity for students exploring postsecondary options and planning for the future!

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!