News from the Nest

Dear Eagle Parents and Guardians,

Spring has arrived, bringing with it a season full of celebrations and milestones. Our athletic teams are honoring seniors at their respective senior nights, prom was a memorable evening for our juniors, seniors, and their guests, and our seniors are eagerly counting down the days until May 26th. Additionally, we look forward to celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week next week.

Teacher Appreciation Week provides a meaningful opportunity for students and families to recognize the educators who have inspired, supported, and made a lasting impact on their school experience. While many students may describe their day with a simple “fine,” I have the privilege of witnessing firsthand the extraordinary dedication of our teachers at Aberdeen High School.

Our teachers arrive early to prepare engaging lessons, stay late to provide extra help, and dedicate countless hours to coaching, advising, and supporting extracurricular activities. They create opportunities for students to shine through athletics, performing arts, academic teams, and more. Most importantly, they consistently go above and beyond because they are deeply committed to the success and well-being of every student.

I am truly honored to work alongside such an exceptional group of educators, and I feel fortunate that my own child has had the opportunity to experience life as an Eagle. If you have a moment this week, I encourage you to send a quick email or note to a teacher—your acknowledgment means more than you may realize.

A few important reminders:

Senior Parents:
Please encourage your student(s) to check their email regularly, maintain strong academic performance, complete the pronunciation link, and stay focused. They are very close to the finish line, and we want to ensure every senior crosses it successfully.

Parents of Students Grades 9–11:
Students will remain in school through June 18th. This extended time provides valuable opportunities to improve grades and finish the year strong. It is also important to reinforce expectations regarding cell phones/headphones, dress code, and the bag policy. We appreciate your partnership in supporting these expectations and encouraging your student(s) to stay engaged and committed through the end of the school year.

All Families:

We invite you to support our Aberdeen School Spirit Fundraiser. Our goal is to place a school logo on the new turf field—an upgrade that will benefit our entire school community, from physical education classes to athletics and our outstanding marching band. We have currently raised $280 toward our $10,000 goal, and every contribution makes a difference.

https://harford.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/25036/351/False/True

Thank you for your continued support of Aberdeen High School.

Sincerely,

Erica Harris
Principal
Aberdeen High School

SGA, Climate Action Committee, and Green Team are excited to invite you to our Eagle Impact Day on May 9 from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM at Aberdeen High School! This is a great opportunity to show school pride, help beautify our campus, spend time with friends, and earn service hours. Service hours will be recorded and kept by SGA.

During Eagle Impact Day, we will be working on:

• School beautification

• Clean-up projects

• Sidewalk decorating

• Trash clean-up

Please bring if you can:

• Gloves

• Trash bags

• Rakes/Grabbers

• Mulch

• Sidewalk chalk

Please use this link to RSVP:

Clean up day link

Let’s come together to make our school cleaner, brighter, and better for everyone. Your help can make a big difference!

We hope to see you there!

5/6 Dance Concert

5/9 Eagle Impact Day

5/11 Chorus Spring Concert

5/12 3rd Quarter Honors Assembly

5/12 SMA Gallery Walk

5/13 Band Spring Concert

5/14 AVID Senior Banquette

5/18 PLTW Night

5/20 Senior Awards

5/25 Memorial Day SCHOOLS AND OFFICES CLOSED

5/26 Graduation at HCC

We want to work together with families to better support students and their families. Your answers will help us plan workshops, services, and events that are helpful to you and your child. This survey is optional, and your answers are private.

Aberdeen High School Parent Engagement Survey – Fill out form

Class of 2027

Class of 2027 families, senior year is approaching, and senior portraits are the first step in this important milestone.

CADY, our school’s exclusive partner for senior portraits, has served for more than 25 years with a distinctive approach to senior photography, combining state-of-the-art studios, premier customer service, and magazine-worthy images that truly capture each senior’s unique story.

This elevated experience is not your typical school photo day in the gym. Senior portraits are meant to be different and celebrate a once-in-a-lifetime season.

Please take a moment to submit your contact information using the link below.

cady.com/SeniorRegistration

CADY will use this information to send you everything you need to know: scheduling details, deadlines, outfit tips, reminders, and other important updates.

Completing this form helps ensure your rising senior is fully prepared and that every senior is represented in the upcoming yearbook.

If your student needs tutoring in a subject not listed, please have them stop by C203 on the tutoring dates to see if an NHS member can still support their needs.

Please contact Mr. Brown for upcoming sessions for your students to participate in.

Email: Kyle.Brown@hcps.org

Our seniors met with Ms. Taddia and a representative from Jostens on November 18th to kick off graduation planning! Students learned about cap and gowns, graduation apparel, and the exciting steps ahead as we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2026. Each senior received a packet to bring home with all the details.

If your student wasn’t able to attend, no worries—packets are available in the main office.

Families can also explore the graduation options and information shared at the meeting by visiting:
https://www.jostens.com/graduation/high-school/graduation-packages

We’re excited to begin planning for this memorable milestone with our seniors and their families!

Save the Date for Graduation 2026- May 26, 2026, at the APGFCU Arena!

Seniors, If you are attending college next year, you will need to have your FINAL transcript sent to the college you will be attending. The final transcript will list your graduation date and certify that you have earned your high school diploma. The college you plan on attending must have a copy of this official document. Please see Ms. Farthing's email for how to request your final transcript in Xello.

Our Third Quarter Honors Ceremony and Student Breakfast will take place on Tuesday, May 12th. Students who achieved high honor roll for the third quarter (3.75 GPA) will receive a pass in homeroom for the ceremony, and their parents/families will be invited. We look forward to honoring your achievements!

If you are doing HCC Dual Enrollment next year, please remember to register for the MANDATORY Dual Enrollment Orientation occurring on Wednesday, May 27th during the school day. To register, go to this link: https://admissions.harford.edu/register/DE_AHS_26.

Junior Workshops:

The School Counseling Office is excited to offer a series of college application workshops for college-bound juniors during the school day in the first week of June. Students should monitor their school email during the week of May 25 for sign-up details. Two distinct workshop options will be available to meet students’ needs. Sessions will be intentionally kept small to promote meaningful interaction, personalized guidance, and opportunities for students to ask questions and engage directly with their School Counselors.

Harford Community College

This workshop will be conducted by representatives from HCC. They will explain the application process. What type of placement testing is needed will be addressed. They will also give some information about financial aid.

4-year College

This interactive workshop will highlight how to effectively use Xello to manage and streamline the college application process. Students will learn how Xello serves as the exclusive platform for requesting transcripts and letters of recommendation, with a clear overview of the request procedures. The workshop will also explore Xello’s built-in scholarship search tool and how to use it strategically. In addition, students will gain insight into the various college application platforms available and how to navigate them successfully. Finally, students will be encouraged to take a proactive approach by scheduling college visits over the summer to support informed postsecondary decision-making. Students will need to bring their charged school issued laptop to this session.

Is your student College and Career Ready (CCR)? Please see the chart below to see if your student is on the right path. Being CCR is one of the criteria looked at when determining eligibility for Dual Enrollment, Apprenticeship Programs and Workforce Development Programs that students can participate in their Junior/Senior year.

Free Spring Semester Workforce Development Courses at Harford Community College

Interested in getting free, hands-on training in the manufacturing, logistics, or construction industries this Spring? Consider taking a workforce development course at Harford Community College covered by the Ratcliffe Scholarship. Students must be over the age of 16 to participate. Click ​here for a list of available courses​ and ​here for the scholarship application​. Act quickly, courses start soon!

For more information, contact one of the HCC Career Navigators below:

Macon Tucker (mtucker@harford.edu)

Allison Chapman (alchapman@harford.edu)

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Community Members,

As the PTSA begins planning for the upcoming school year, we are reaching out to invite members of our school community to consider serving on the AHS PTSA Board.

At this time, all board positions are open, including President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. These roles are essential to ensuring the PTSA can continue supporting our students, staff, and school community.

This year, we’ve seen incredible support from our families, teachers, and school leadership. We would love to continue and grow that success, but we need dedicated individuals willing to step into these leadership roles.

Without a full board in place, the PTSA may not be able to continue supporting our students and school community through initiatives like:

• Providing lunch for new students and the freshman orientation

• Hosting the honors breakfast for students

• Supporting teachers through staff requests

• Sharing scholarship opportunities for students with our members

• Serving as a reliable source of information to help parents stay informed about school updates (and much more)

No prior experience is required, just a willingness to collaborate and make a difference.

If you are interested in serving or would like more information, please complete our interest form: PTSA Board Interest Form.

You are also welcome to reach out with any questions at abhs.ptsa@gmail.com.

Thank you for your continued support!