Allen High School’s Drone Teams recently won the Judge’s Coding Award while hosting the Robotics Education and Competition Foundation’s (REC) Southern U.S. Division Aerial Drone Competition.
The Marine Corps JROTC teams are:
Team AE-1 – Eli Adler, Ruby Vo, and Tawqir Quarishi
Team AE-2 –- Mats Wulf, Auni DeLeon, and Nathan Ho
The teams are led by Co-Captains, Eli Adler and Thomas Treece
The award recognizes the team with the most effective and consistent coding techniques used in the Autonomous Flight Mission, demonstrating a deep understanding of programming concepts and iterative problem-solving.
Sixteen teams competed at Allen High School in the Mission Gravity challenges. The competition fosters leadership, technical proficiency, and camaraderie through a structured, rules-based aerial drone challenge following the REC Foundation’s safety and operational standards.
Three Allen High School Students -- Lucas Wu, Jessie Wang, and Ian Roybal -- recently qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Exam (AIME)in the American Mathematics Competition (AMC).
Students who rank in the top 2.5 percent on the AMC 10 or in the top five percent on the AMC 12 high school examinations qualify for the next round of competitions which is the American Invitational Mathematics Exam (AIME).
The American Mathematics Competition (AMC) is one of the largest, most respected competitions in the world. Today, more than 300,000 students in 50 states and over 30 countries take the AMC to bolster their confidence and passion for math. This year, Allen ISD had 157 students in eighth grade take the AMC 8 and 60 students from grades 9-12 participate in the AMC 10-12.
This #FutureReadyFriday, we're highlighting Avery Adams. Avery plans to attend Abilene Christian University to study elementary education.
To read more about Avery and others, visit https://www.allenisd.org/futurereadyfriday
The Allen ISD Leadership Academy Class of 2025 recently met and toured the campuses at Anderson Early Childhood School and Ford Middle School. Members learned how Anderson serves Prekindergarten students. After a tour and background information, the class also heard from Ford students about their experiences and visions for the campus after renovations.
Registration is now open for Allen ISD Summer Athletic Camps. Camps run June–July for students entering grades 3–9 in Fall 2025. Football, basketball, volleyball, and more led by Allen ISD coaches.
Learn more and register: https://www.allenisd.org/athleticcamps
Help keep students safe on their way to school! Our crossing guards play a vital role in making sure our students make it safely to school and brighten mornings with a friendly face. Join the team and make a difference! Apply today: https://www.allenisd.org/jobs
Mark your calendars. Registration for Allen ISD’s Summer Camps opens April 8 at 6:30 a.m. These popular camps fill fast, so don’t wait. Camps with exciting programs are available for children ages 36 months through seventh grade!
Learn more: https://www.allenisd.org/summercamps
The Superintendent’s Snack Cart rolled through Ereckson Middle School recently. Dr. Bullock, Board members John Holley and Veronica Yost, Principal Harper, and staff handed out snacks to EMS staff to show appreciation for their hard work and dedication.
The Allen Eagles Robotics team won honors at a February 28 district FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) held in Tomball, earning first- and fourth-place finishes and points for the state championship in April.
The Eagle Robotics Program also won the Sustainability Award for its work in the district and community. Thirty-four other Texas teams participated in the coral-reef-themed competition. Allen sent two 45-person robot teams and seven mentors to the contest.
The next FRC event will be set for March 21-22 at Nolan Catholic High School in Fort Worth.
Congratulations to these innovative students!
We are SO PROUD of our Allen Eagles boys varsity basketball team. The boys had a great season before falling to a tough Duncanville squad, 74-77, in the State Semifinals. Congrats to the entire team and coaching staff for an unbelievable run this year!
Five days until the Allen Eagle Run. Whether running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, get ready for an amazing event on March 8. Not signed up yet? There is still time at http://www.AllenEagleRun.org
Join us for an important Raising Eagles session on social media’s impact on mental health. Dr. Ryan Smith will share insights on March 4 at noon and 5:30 p.m. online. Learn more and register now: http://www.allenisd.org/raisingeagles
Allen ISD recently hosted a superhero-themed Mother-Son Dance, bringing families together for a night of fun, music, and memories. Thank you to everyone who made this event special.
This week is National School Counseling Week! Join us in celebrating the vital role school counselors play in helping students thrive, achieve success, and plan for their futures.
Members of Allen ISD’s Silver Eagles visited Allen High School for a behind-the-scenes look at the AHS Theatre Department’s production of “Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief.” The Silver Eagles watched rehearsals and learned about how the students assemble a musical for the stage. Performances of the production are set for Thursday – Saturday, Jan. 31-Feb. 1 in the Allen Performing Arts Center. Visit the PAC site for ticket information: https://allenpac.org/events/250130-MUS
This week! Allen High School Theatre brings Greek mythology to life with The Lightning Thief: A Percy Jackson Musical! Performances Jan. 30–Feb. 1 at the Allen Performing Arts Center. Secure your tickets now: https://allenpac.org/events/250130-MUS
Marion Elementary School students cheered their UIL teams with a parade in anticipation of the district-wide academic contests in Allen High School set for Saturday, Jan. 25. Go Mavericks!
The Allen ISD Leadership Academy recently toured the AISD Service Center, learning about the district's behind-the-scenes operations. They also visited Evans Elementary to explore the features and improvements of a fully renovated campus.
At the next Raising Eagles, Dr. Ryan Smith will present Balanced Living in Kids on Jan. 28 at 5:30 PM, sharing strategies to help kids thrive physically, emotionally, and socially. RSVP: https://www.allenisd.org/raisingeagles
January is School Board Recognition Month! We honor the dedicated leaders who invest countless hours shaping Allen ISD’s future. Thank you for your vision, leadership, and service to our students, staff, and community!
