EAGLE NEWS

Team Overclock 15083 from the Allen ISD STEAM Center recently competed at the FIRST Championship in Houston and earned the Design Award in the Lovelace Division. This global event brought together elite teams to showcase excellence in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

In addition to receiving the Design Award, the team performed strongly in qualification matches and earned the rank of alliance captain. They concluded the competition as division finalists.

The Design Award recognizes teams that demonstrate industrial design elements by balancing aesthetics with function. Throughout the event at the George R. Brown Convention Center, students managed complex problem solving and communication while competing against international teams. This championship serves as the culminating event of the robotics season and celebrates student achievement in STEM.

Earlier this semester, the team was featured in an interview with WFAA to discuss their journey to the world stage. Students Danielle Hwang, Tito Magaña, Vedant Mohapatra, Caleb Clark, Johnathan Luu, and Marco Parada shared insights into their robot design and the innovation required for the FIRST Championship. The students demonstrated high levels of ownership and collaboration during their preparation for the global stage.

Overclock is coached by Julie Kiel, Principles of Applied Engineering teacher at Lowery Freshman Center, along with STEAM instructors Greg Burnham and Graham Gadd, who have supported the team throughout their successful season.

Congratulations to the Overclock robotics team for their impressive performance and for bringing home the Design Award from the world championship.

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.

In honor of Staff Appreciation Week, Eagle Edge is celebrating you with a special discount! This week, all Allen ISD staff can enjoy 40% off all apparel and accessories as a small token of appreciation for everything you do for our school. We also have a product of the week deal: Women V-neck's Eagle shirts are 30% OFF. Also, don't forget to check out our back racks, where select items are 50% off! Stop by Eagle Edge this week to shop the deals and celebrate staff appreciation.

Monday- 10am-3pm

Tuesday- 10am-3pm

Wednesday- 10am-3pm

Thursday- 10am-5pm (extended hours for teachers to come over and shop!)

Friday- 8:30am-3pm

We were excited to welcome our future Allen Eagles from Vaughn Elementary to campus. Students had the opportunity to visit our studio, where they explored our AV classes, asked thoughtful questions, and got a behind the scenes look at how our daily show is produced. It was a fantastic group, and we loved seeing their curiosity and enthusiasm as they experienced a glimpse of what’s ahead for them at Allen High School.

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. 🦅❤️

Students in Allen High School’s Introduction to Culinary Arts course recently put their skills to the test by creating personalized “mug cakes.” After learning how to measure ingredients and scale recipes, students calculated and crafted their own desserts—blending math with hands-on culinary practice.

This activity is just one example of the engaging learning experiences within Allen High School’s Culinary pathway. Beginning with foundational skills in Introduction to Culinary Arts, students can advance through Culinary Arts and Advanced Culinary Arts, and ultimately gain real-world experience in the Practicum course. Throughout the program, students build industry skills, earn certifications, and explore careers in the food service and hospitality industry.

After recently representing Allen High School at the prestigious TCU Percussion Festival, one of the largest percussion festivals in the nation. Our percussion students are bringing that same talent, energy, and excellence back home for one incredible night!

These students performed alongside some of the best young percussionists in Texas, participated in master classes with world-class percussionists, and showcased their dedication to musical excellence on one of the biggest stages in the state. Their hard work, passion, and commitment continue to make Allen proud.

Now it’s our turn to support them!

Join us for Supercussion 2026 on May 9 at 6:00 PM at the Allen PAC for an unforgettable performance featuring over 120 percussionists from Allen HS, Lowery Freshman Center, Curtis MS, Erickson MS, and Ford MS.

This is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of talent, teamwork, and Eagle pride.

🎟 Free Entry
📍 Allen PAC
🗓 May 9
⏰ 6:00 PM

Let’s pack the house and remind our percussion students that Allen Eagles always show up for one another.

In baseball, Shea Young committed to Endicott College.

In women’s basketball, Amilia Durham committed to Central Christian College of Kansas.

In football, Arsenio Bryant committed to Sterling College, Kendrick Hill committed to Centenary College, Derrian Strauder committed to Sterling College and Devon Williams committed to Sterling College.

In men’s soccer, Cooper Bates committed to the University of Mary Hardin Baylor and James Mastrangelo committed to East Texas Baptist University.

In men’s wrestling, Johan Wolf committed to York University.

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

Rithya Cheela, a student at Allen High School, recently traveled to New York City to participate in the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women as a delegate representing Girl Scouts of the USA.

Hosted by the United Nations, the event brings together participants from around the world to discuss issues affecting women and girls.

During the conference, Rithya attended multiple sessions covering public policy, education, and global challenges. She also had opportunities to hear from speakers and connect with delegates representing a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

The experience provided insight into international cooperation and the importance of civic engagement.

Congratulations to Rithya Cheela for representing her school community at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.

The AATSP Exams is a program of the esteemed American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP). With a rich history dating back to 1957, the National Spanish Exam (NSE) is administered annually from grades 6 through 12 and serves as a cornerstone of academic achievement in Spanish language education. As the largest of their kind in the United States, the NSE attracts annually over 80,000 student participants. Achieving gold, silver, or bronze status in the NSE opens doors for students to explore a variety of scholarship opportunities provided through the AATSP Exams program.

We are thrilled to congratulate the outstanding IB Spanish 4 SL, IB Spanish 4 HL, IB Spanish 5 HL students from Allen High School who have once again demonstrated excellence on this year’s National Spanish Exam (NSE), earning well-deserved national recognition.

Students with outstanding scores on the NSE are recognized as follows:

• Premio de Oro / Gold Award medals are awarded to students who score at or above the 95th percentile internationally. The 99th percentile is the highest rank.
• Premio de Plata / Silver Award medals are awarded to students who score at or above the 85th percentile internationally.
• Premio de Bronce / Bronze Award medals are awarded to students who score from the 75th through the 85th percentiles internationally.
• Mención Honorífica / Honorable Mention medals are awarded to students who score from the 50th through the 74th percentiles internationally.

In this year's competition, several Spanish 3 Advanced students, IB Spanish 4 SL, IB Spanish 4 HL, IB Spanish 5 HL students from Allen High School received the following awards:

Premio de Oro / Gold Award: 19 students (24%)

Premio de Plata / Silver Award: 20 students (25%)

Premio de Bronce / Bronze Award: 13 students (16%)

Mención Honorífica / Honorable Mention: 20 students (25%)

The achievement of earning a medal or honorable mention on the National Spanish Exam (NSE) is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our students.

This success is not an isolated incident but rather a reflection of Allen High School's longstanding tradition of academic excellence in Spanish language education. Our students excelled on these exams, thanks to the guidance and expertise of our dedicated Allen ISD Spanish teachers.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the students who participated in the competition and commend them for their hard work, determination, and commitment to mastering the Spanish language.

As we look ahead to the 2026 to 2027 school year, operation students in Practicum of Business Management are taking an active role in selecting apparel for Eagle Edge. We are building on what has worked well in the past while bringing in fresh new ideas.

Thanks to the input and creativity of our students, we are choosing pieces based on current trends, past sales, and what students, staff, and community members are most excited about, especially with football season right around the corner.

Get ready for a sneak peek of new styles that combine school spirit, comfort, and a modern look. There is a lot to be excited about!

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!