Ford Middle School

FMS students from every band love to teach each other their music during Mustang Hour!

We're working hard on new holiday music today in Concert Band!

The Silver Eagles recently made their way to the STEAM Center where they spent some time learning to program and fly drones! If you’re interested in joining the Silver Eagles, visit https://www.allenisd.org/silvereagles

At Chandler Elementary, students are participating in "Celebrate You, Celebrate Me" Disability Awareness Week. This annual event encourages students to learn about disabilities, building a foundation of understanding, empathy, and respect. Read about it at https://www.allenisd.org/article/1873744

The Foundation For Allen School's Fall silent auction is open and all proceeds benefit the Foundation. It's a great way to support a worthy cause while scoring one-of-a-kind items and experiences. The auction ends Monday, Nov. 18, so place your bid soon: https://app.galabid.com/ffas2024fallauction

Veteran's Day Workout!

The Allen High School FFA held its annual Holiday Craft Fair at the campus cafeteria on Saturday, Nov. 9. Area vendors sold a variety of holiday-inspired products to support the FFA.

Thursday, Nov. 7, was Senior Night at the Allen-Plano East football game with organizations and fans celebrating the hard work and dedication of the Class of 2025. The Eagles won the game 48-7.

Congratulations to the 108 Ford singers who competed at the Allen ISD solo and ensemble festival. All students received superior and excellent ratings. 5 students received exemplary awards! Marley, Matthew, Leo, Natalie and Aleah!

With Eagle Give Day fast approaching on Friday, Nov. 22, the Allen High School charity projects seeking donations for supplies and other items necessary for a successful event. Students and administrators participating in the event are looking for donations of goods such as toiletries, storage bags, detergent packs, and hand sanitizer. To see a complete list, please visit the Amazon Wish List at https://tinyurl.com/mr3temtp In its fifth year, Eagle Give Day allows AHS Students to participate in more than 30 community service projects. About 3,400 students signed up for projects in 2023 including making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and mattresses for homeless shelters.

Please plan to join the Allen High School FFA at its 2024 Holiday Craft show set for Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the AHS cafeteria. The show features local artisans displaying and selling homemade clothing, food, toys, knickknacks, ornaments, crafts, and much more. Start the holiday season right by supporting the FFA!

Allen Fire Department partnered with AHS students to produce PSA videos for the DRIVE to Thrive safe driving initiative. This joint effort aims to highlight the importance of safe and responsible driving.

Kerr Elementary held a spooky gym filled with fun activities for students to enjoy! How could they not?!

Curtis Middle School celebrated its 30th birthday with a community event on campus. Current and former students, parents, and staff showed up to celebrate 30 years of Curtis!

The Ford Choir was honored to be invited to sing the National Anthem before the Allen Americans game this week.

Allen ISD Community Services recently sponsored a Trunk or Treat event for families at the Dillard Special Achievement Center, featuring creative trunks set up by the dedicated staff from Kids Club and Learn 'N Play.

The AHS Peer Assistance and Leadership (PALs) program visited Marion Elementary to mentor young students. These 10th-grade PALs, along with peers from AHS and Lowery Freshman Center, train to mentor K-6 students and participate in various leadership activities.

Next up for Reading with the Eagles: Norton and Story Elementary! Today, the Allen Eagles visited both campuses, spending time with the Falcons and Knights. Go Eagles!

AHS hosted a “Course Expo” for district parents and students in grades 7-11, showcasing academic and organizational opportunities on campus. Teachers, counselors, and club sponsors shared information and answered questions for hundreds of students district-wide.

Working on ratios using skittles!