Hello AHS Community,
Join us at our second PTSA General Membership meeting of the year.
Hear from our administrators and stay up to date on what’s happening at AHS.
It will be held on Thursday, October 16th, at 7:00 pm via Zoom.
Click on the link below to register.
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Aberdeen High School PTSA
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Good Afternoon Eagles,
A few reminders and updates:
1) Parent Teacher Conferences are on Wednesday at 5pm – Please contact your student’s teacher if you would like to sign up for a conference via the form provided or email.
2) Please consider donating candy to the Trunk or Treat that we are sponsoring for the K-5 students from all of the Aberdeen Feeder schools. If you are coming in for conferences it is a GREAT opportunity to drop off a bag of candy in the office or outdoor Halloween decorations. Please consider supporting this student run initiative.
3) REMINDER about ALL THINGS HOMECOMING 25-26:
Homecoming Dance Tickets
· On sale now through Wednesday, October 15, on School Cash Online.
· Students must be logged into their own account to purchase tickets.
· If tickets are not visible, the student has an outstanding school obligation that must be cleared with Mrs. Davis in the front office before a ticket can be purchased by the deadline.
🎉 Spirit Week: October 20 – 24
Encourage your student to show their Eagle pride by dressing up each day!
Monday, 10/20
Snooze & Cruise (PJ Day)
Start the week cozy — wear school-appropriate pajamas!
Tuesday, 10/21
Dynamic Duos (Twin Day)
Pair up with a friend and dress alike!
Wednesday, 10/22
Meme Madness (Meme Day)
Dress as your favorite school-appropriate meme!
Thursday, 10/23
Time Travel Day (Throwback Thursday)
Represent your favorite decade or era!
Friday, 10/24
Class Colors Day
Freshmen – Black • Sophomores – White • Juniors – Yellow • Seniors – Blue
🏆 Homecoming Class Battles for the Spirit Stick
Throughout Spirit Week, classes will compete to earn points toward the Spirit Stick by:
· Helping decorate their homeroom doors
· Dressing up for the daily spirit themes
· Searching for hidden stuffed Eagles around the school each day
· Donating candy for our Community-Wide Trunk or Treat on October 29
· Playing in the pep rally games on Friday
****Local Vendor - Model Nails - Has offered a 10% discount for AHS students for Homecoming****
💙 Let’s Celebrate Eagle Spirit!
We’re looking forward to a week full of fun, school pride, and community spirit. Thank you for helping us make Homecoming 2025 a memorable experience for all Aberdeen Eagles!
Go Eagles! 💙💛
It’s National School Lunch Week! Harford County Public Schools is proud to celebrate our Food and Nutrition employees, whose dedication and hard work ensure students have healthy, balanced meals every day. These meals provide the fuel students need to learn, grow, and succeed, and our staff do it with care and commitment in every school. Join us this week in recognizing their incredible contributions and showing your appreciation for the team that keeps our students nourished and ready to learn.
Final Reminder - College Prep Night with the ABHS Counseling Department
Students in grades 3–12 will have the opportunity to take the optional Wellness Needs Assessment between October 20 and November 17, 2025. The assessment helps HCPS learn how to better support students. Families who do not want their child to participate should contact their child’s school counselor by October 13, 2025. Click here to see a copy of the Wellness Needs Assessment.
Join us for the Second Annual HBCU College Fair on Wednesday, October 29th from 6-8 PM at Joppatowne High School! Students and families are invited to meet with college representatives, learn about academic programs and scholarships, and explore exciting opportunities at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Click here to register.
Students who participated in the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) assessments in the Spring of 2025 will receive their individual score reports the week of October 6, 2025. Reports will be sent home by each student’s school and provide information about student performance. Families with questions about their student’s scores should contact their school directly.
Students who participated in the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) assessments in the Spring of 2025 will receive their individual score reports the week of October 6, 2025. Reports will be sent home by each student’s school and provide information about student performance. Families with questions about their student’s scores should contact their school directly.
Meal benefit applications may be filed at any time during the year - if your family has been impacted by the Federal Government shutdown and furloughs, please utilize the Free and Reduced-Priced meal application to apply for meal support due to the sudden loss of income. Click here to apply online.
October is National Principals Month! This is a time to recognize and celebrate the dedicated leaders who guide our schools each day. Principals play a vital role in supporting students, staff, and families while shaping positive school communities. Join us in thanking our principals for their leadership and commitment to student success.
HCRASC commUNITY in Motion 5K & Family Fun Run – Saturday, October 18
The Harford County Regional Association of Student Councils (HCRASC) invites families and community members to participate in the commUNITY in Motion 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run. This student-run event will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Harford Technical High School in Bel Air. Gates open at 9:00 AM and the race starts at 10:00 AM.
Join HCRASC for a morning of fitness, fun, and community while supporting HCPS student leaders. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Upper Chesapeake Health for Breast Cancer Care.
Registration fees are $25 for adults and $15 for students. Children under 5-years-old are free. Click here to register.
Mark your calendars! HCPS Class of 2026 graduations run May 22-29 and June 5. Most ceremonies will take place at APGFCU Arena at Harford Community College. Stay tuned for information on how to watch the graduations live as we get closer to the graduation date. Good luck Class of 2026!
The Board of Education of Harford County will hold Engage for Education listening sessions throughout the 2025–2026 school year. The first session is Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. in the C. Milton Wright High School auditorium.
These sessions are an opportunity to ask questions and share your thoughts on the future of education in Harford County directly with Board members. No pre-registration is required to attend or speak.
More information, including how to provide feedback if you cannot attend, is available on the Engage for Education page at hcps.org.
HCPS schools will dismiss three hours early for students on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Please note: half-day Pre-K will not meet on early dismissal days. The full 2025–2026 school year calendar is available by clicking here.
The Aberdeen High School Photography Program put together a 2026 calendar highlighting students' artwork from 2024-2025 school year. The proceeds from this fundraiser will help offset the cost of transportation for off-site day trips and any other supplies needed to support our program.
The Harford County College and Career Fair will be held on Wednesday, October 8, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the APGFCU Arena. Students and families will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from more than 100 colleges, military organizations, and local businesses. A full list of participants is available at go.harford.edu/college-career. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend.
This week, HCPS joins schools across the country in celebrating the power of the arts in education. From music and theater to visual and digital arts, the arts inspire creativity, build confidence, and help students discover their voices.
Good Afternoon Eagles,
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Have a great weekend,
