Principals came together this week to close out the 2025-2026 school year and focus on what is next. Meaningful conversations, shared learning, and thoughtful planning are already shaping the year ahead.

This week, principals gathered to reflect on the 2025-2026 school year, celebrate progress, and begin planning for the year ahead. Looking forward to the opportunities the next school year will bring.

Two weeks later and we're still talking about graduation. Take a trip back to that epic night and watch the highlights in this video.

Police Explorer teams from across the region recently came to Allen for Midnight Madness, an overnight competition with 10 realistic law enforcement scenarios. See how students put training and teamwork into action. Read more at www.allenisd.org/article/2966...

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Lowery Freshman Center is Crystal Bryant. Take a moment to watch and join the celebration. This video was created by Communications Intern Jordan Coleman.

Host your group at Eagle Stadium this season! East and West Plaza reservations are open for 2026 home football games. Groups of 60-120 guests enjoy a catered dinner and general admission ticket for every guest. Learn more at www.allenisd.org/plaza

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Dillard Special Achievement Center is Lisa Trees. Watch and help us highlight this accomplishment.

Tonight. Allen ISD’s Job Fair runs June 2 from 4-6 p.m. at 610 East Bethany Drive. Stop by to meet campus leaders, explore available positions, and learn more about joining the Eagle team. Check out open positions at www.allenisd.org/o/aisd/page/...

Tomorrow is the day. Allen ISD will host its Job Fair June 2 from 4-6 p.m. at 610 East Bethany Drive. Connect with district representatives, ask questions about open roles, and discover what it means to be an Eagle. View current openings at www.allenisd.org/o/aisd/page/...

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Ford Middle School is Noah Raley. Watch this story and join in celebrating. This video was created by Communications Intern Taylor Nguyen.

Allen ISD’s Job Fair is happening this week. Join us June 2 from 4-6 p.m. at 610 East Bethany Drive to explore current openings across the district. Meet campus and department representatives and learn why you should be an Eagle. Start browsing positions at www.allenisd.org/o/aisd/page/...

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Curtis Middle School is Linda Orrantia. View the video and celebrate this recognition. This video was created by Communications Intern Divya Peapully.

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Vaughan Elementary School is Stephanie Esquivel. Watch the video and celebrate this achievement.

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Story Elementary School is Julie Holley. Take a moment to watch and recognize this achievement. This video was created by Communications Intern Peyton Shewmaker.

Allen High School recently celebrated the 1,772 students of the Class of 2026. See all the photos, hear from student leaders, district leadership, the salutatorian, and valedictorian as they reflect on growth, gratitude and what comes next. www.allenisd.org/article/2935...

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Reed Elementary School is Jasmine Yates. Watch the video and help recognize this milestone. This video was created by Communications Intern Evelyn Sanders.

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Preston Elementary School is Grace Silva. Take a moment to watch and recognize this achievement. This video was created by Communications Intern Brynn Hauser.

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Olson Elementary School is Christi Gallagher. Watch this story and join in celebrating. This video was created by Communications Intern Divya Peapully.

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Norton Elementary School is Elizabeth Scarborough. Watch and help recognize this accomplishment. This video was created by Communications Intern Cara Kless.

Reminder: Allen ISD is closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Marion Elementary School is Courtney Dumois. Watch this highlight and help celebrate. This video was created by Communications Intern Hannah Lee.

The Allen High School Class of 2026 has crossed the graduation stage. Congratulations to these Eagles as they take flight into what comes next.

Aristaa Bhardwaj, valedictorian of the Allen High School Class of 2026, speaks to classmates during graduation.

Allen High School Class of 2026 Salutatorian Chunyue Zheng shares a message with fellow graduates.

The Allen High School Class of 2026 enters the stadium, ready to celebrate graduation and the next chapter ahead.

Follow along with the graduation ceremony at allengraduation.org. Look up your graduate, watch live, and find more ceremony info!

The Class of 2026 returned to the elementary schools they once attended for a nostalgic walk through the halls, giving graduates a look back at where they began and younger students a glimpse of what is ahead. See the pictures at www.allenisd.org/article/2930...

Celebrate the Allen High School Class of 2026 on May 22, 2026 at 7:30pm at Eagle Stadium. Gates open at 6pm. Watch online at www.allengraduation.org

This Future Ready Spotlight features Ansh Dodia. Ansh participated in DECA at Allen High School and plans to study finance at UT Dallas. To read more about Ansh and others, visit www.allenisd.org/futureready

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Lindsey Elementary School is Kathy Bankes. Watch and help recognize this accomplishment. This video was created by Communications Intern Sophie Zona.

Follow along with the graduation ceremony at allengraduation.org. Look up your graduate, watch live, and find more ceremony info!

This Future Ready Spotlight features Amilia Durham. Amilia balanced basketball and athletic training at Allen High School and will study exercise science in college. To read more about Amilia and others, visit www.allenisd.org/futureready

Celebrate the Allen High School Class of 2026 on May 22, 2026 at 7:30pm at Eagle Stadium. Gates open at 6pm. Watch online at www.allengraduation.org

This Future Ready Spotlight features Ian Thom. Ian played in the band at Allen High School and will study music education at Baylor University. To read more about Ian and others, visit www.allenisd.org/futureready

Congratulations to Allen ISD PCAT Driver of the Year, Bogdan Marmureanu. With a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and genuine care for students, Bogdan truly embodies what it means to be a great bus driver.

This Future Ready Spotlight features Karin Braverman. Karin earned her CNA certification at Allen High School and plans to attend Texas A&M before medical school. To read more about Karin and others, visit www.allenisd.org/futureready

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Kerr Elementary School is Lisa Yost. Take a look and help honor this achievement. This video was created by Communications Intern Evelyn Sanders.

The last day of school is Friday, May 22! It is also an early release day for everyone in the district. Families should take a quick look at the schedule for release times.

Allen ISD has announced James Rees as the Director of Bands for AHS. He previously served as Band Director for Grapevine HS since 2019. He’s also served as the Associate Band Director at Lake Highlands HS and Evans MS in McKinney. Help us welcome James to Allen ISD!

This Future Ready Spotlight features Taylor Nguyen. Taylor worked on the stadium crew and communications team at Allen High School. She will study Radio-Television-Film and Advertising at UT Austin. To read more about Taylor and others, visit www.allenisd.org/futureready

Allen High School Class of 2026 Top 10 Countdown: No. 1 is Aristaa Bhardwaj, valedictorian, who plans to study computer science and applied mathematics while deciding between Stanford, Harvard, Cal Tech, and Yale University. Congratulations, Aristaa!

More than 30 AHS students walked the stage at Collin College last week, earning their associate’s degrees through the Dual Credit program. See the full list of graduates at www.allenisd.org/article/2833...

This Future Ready Spotlight features Sean Mehta. Sean was a member of the Engineering Club at Allen High School and will study Petroleum Engineering at UTSA. To read more about Sean and others, visit www.allenisd.org/futureready

Allen High School Class of 2026 Top 10 Countdown: No. 2 is Chunyue Zheng, salutatorian, who plans to study biochemistry at The University of Texas at Austin. Congratulations, Chunyue!

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Evans Elementary School is Jennifer Eakle. Watch and help us highlight this accomplishment. This video was created by Communications Intern Kavela Putcha.

This Future Ready Spotlight features Alberto Svedvik. Alberto won a state title in bowling at Allen High School and will now study aerospace engineering at Texas A&M. To read more about Alberto and others, visit www.allenisd.org/futureready

Allen High School Class of 2026 Top 10 Countdown: No. 3 is Shivali Mishra, who plans to study public health and bioethics at Johns Hopkins University. Congratulations, Shivali!

Teacher of the Year Spotlight. This year’s Teacher of the Year at Cheatham Elementary School is Jessica Kirkland. View the video and celebrate this recognition. This video was created by Communications Intern Taylor Nguyen.

This Future Ready Spotlight features Aiden Herpin. Aiden was a member of the Cross Country team at Allen High School and will now study Architecture at the University of Oklahoma. To read more about Aiden and others, visit www.allenisd.org/futureready

Allen High School Class of 2026 Top 10 Countdown: No. 4 is Adrian Lin, who plans to study mechanical engineering and robotics at Carnegie Mellon University. Congratulations, Adrian!