Aubrey High School

Thank you for joining us over the last two weeks as we counted down the Top 10 seniors. We would love for you to continue celebrating with us as we honor the rest of the incredible Class of 2026.

During the May 13, 2026, Aubrey ISD School Board meeting, Jody Gonzalez, who was recently re-elected to the Place 6 seat on the Aubrey ISD Board of Trustees, and Emily Doramus, who was elected to Place 7 replacing Dow, were sworn in for their three-year terms. During the meeting, Jim Milacek was voted board president, Jody Gonzalez as vice president, and Trey Duncan as secretary. Welcome Emily Doramus to the Aubrey ISD Board of Trustees!

During the May 13, 2026 Aubrey ISD school board meeting, trustee Colleen Dow, who did not seek re-election, was recognized for 15 years of service. In an emotional tribute, Aubrey ISD Superintendent Dr. Shannon Saylor shared memories of Dow throughout the years, honoring her commitment to students and staff. Thank you Colleen Dow for your years of service.

Meet Aubrey High School’s Top 10 No. 2: William Simon - Salutatorian Aubrey ISD Since: Kindergarten Aubrey High School Involvement: Band, Cross Country, National Honor Society, Beta Club Parents: Jay Simon and Teddi Weems College/University: University of Texas at Austin Major: Civil Engineering

Meet Aubrey High School’s Top 10 No. 3: Chiamaka Okafor Aubrey ISD Since: Seventh Grade Aubrey High School Involvement: Speech and Debate, Theatre, Academic Decathlon, UIL Academics, National Honor Society Parents: Nkechinyere Okafor and Uchennah Okafor College/University: Texas A&M University Major: Mechanical Engineering

Please see below for ticket links for the playoff series vs Sunnyvale at Al Alford Field in McKinney. Game 1 - Thursday, May 14 https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/mckinneyisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50Lzk2MA%3D%3D Game 2 - Friday, May 15 https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/mckinneyisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50Lzk2MQ%3D%3D Game 3 - Saturday, May 16 https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/mckinneyisd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50Lzk2Mg%3D%3D MISD Athletic Facilities have a clear bag policy. For stadium guidelines, click here. https://www.mckinneyisd.net/page/stadium-bag-policy

Meet Aubrey High School’s Top 10 No. 4: Maia Dickmyer Aubrey ISD Since: Ninth Grade Aubrey High School Involvement: Student Council, UIL Mathematics, Fiber Arts Club, UIL Science, Prom Committee, National Honor Society, Business Professionals of America (BPA) Parents: Shanon and Emelie Dickmyer College/University: University of Texas at Dallas Major: Physics

Meet Aubrey High School’s Top 10 No. 5: Brynnlee Bohannon Aubrey ISD Since: Second Grade Aubrey High School Involvement: Varsity Soccer, National Honor Society, Varsity Track Parents: Sara and Justin Bohannon College/University: Baylor University Major: Sports Psychology

Aubrey Varsity Baseball completed a sweep of the Area Championship series Friday night with a 10-5 victory over Godley. Luke Hellman sparked the Chaps offense in the bottom of the first inning with a two-run home run. He later added his second homer of the game to ignite a six-run inning for Aubrey. Hellman finished 2-for-4 with two home runs, two runs scored, and four RBIs. Sebastian Marin also contributed at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, two runs scored, and an RBI. Keriel Torres added an RBI and scored a run, while four other Chaps drove in runs. Jimmy Hay earned the win on the mound for Aubrey, throwing a complete game. Hay allowed nine hits and four earned runs while striking out four. With the win, Aubrey advances to the Regional Semifinal round of the UIL Baseball State Playoffs next week, where the Chaparrals will face either Carthage or Sunnyvale. Details for the next round will be announced when finalized. Aubrey Record: 21-13-1 Godley — 5 runs, 9 hits, 0 errors Aubrey — 10 runs, 7 hits, 1 error Jimmy Hay (W): 7 IP, 9 H, 4 ER, 4 K Luke Hellman: 2-for-4, 2 HR, 2 R, 4 RBI Sebastian Marin: 3-for-4, 2 2B, 2 R, 1 RBI Keriel Torres: 1-for-3, 1 R, 1 RBI

It’s been a week full of appreciation across Aubrey ISD, and Superintendent Dr. Shannon Saylor made sure the administrative team felt celebrated all week long — including a fun “happy hour” on Thursday, May 7 featuring Sonic drinks! Thank you, Dr. Saylor, for always showing your appreciation and leading with a servant’s heart. Aubrey ISD is fortunate to have your leadership.

It’s graduation season, and we are so excited to celebrate all of our Aubrey High School alumni graduating from college, the military, and trade schools! Please comment on our Facebook page ( https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HTkQB4twz/?mibextid=wwXIfr ) with the following information and a picture of the graduate: * Name * AHS Graduation Year * College/Branch of Military/Trade School * Degree or Field of Study Please note: Photos shared in the comments may be used in future district publications and social media posts. Kicking us off, we have: RHET BLEEMEL AHS Class of 2022 Oklahoma State University Bachelor of Science in Finance

May 8: School Communicators Day

Meet Aubrey High School’s Top 10 No. 6: Shanmukha Bommana Aubrey ISD Since: Tenth Grade Aubrey High School Involvement: Debate Club, National Honor Society, Student Council, Business Professionals of America (BPA) Parents: Srikanth and Sirisha Bommana College/University: University of Texas at Dallas Major: Computer Engineering

The Aubrey High School Class of 2026 celebrated Senior Night on May 6, 2027 in the school auditorium. Each senior present was introduced along with their future plans and scholarship offers. Following the introductions, the Aubrey Education Foundation had various donors deliver scholarships. Athletic scholarships were recognized and presented as well. Aubrey High School Principal Dr. Vanessa Zavar announced a scholarship total of $3,234,762! Here are a few of the photos we captured from the evening! We would love for you to add your photos on our Facebook post in the comments: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EAKqiMJJz/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Meet Aubrey High School’s Top 10 No. 7: Braelyn Myers Aubrey ISD Since: First Grade Aubrey High School Involvement: Varsity Cheer, National Honor Society Parents: Shawnell Myers, Clinton and Amanda Myers College/University: University of Arkansas Major: Political Science

May 6: National School Nurses Day

Meet Aubrey High School’s Top 10 No. 8: Matiana Walter Aubrey ISD Since: Kindergarten Aubrey High School Involvement: Cheer, Powerlifting, National Honor Society, Beta Club Parents: Troy and Matt Walter College/University: Texas Christian University Major: Dietetics

Update: Prom tickets are now $75 for a single and $125 for a couple. Tickets will be sold through Friday, May 15, and will not be available at the door. Guest permission forms should be submitted to Ms. Dooley as soon as possible.

Aubrey ISD Named 2026 National Beta District of Distinction Aubrey ISD has been recognized as a 2026 National Beta District of Distinction. This honor was awarded to 95 outstanding school districts. This prestigious recognition celebrates districts that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and service involvement through the full implementation of National Beta programs.

UIL Baseball Playoffs Class 4A, Division 2 Area Round Aubrey vs. Godley (Series: 2-out-of 3) *All games at Haltom High School* 5501 Haltom Rd Haltom City, TX 76137 Game 1 - Thursday, May 7 7:00pm Game 2 - Friday, May 8 7:00pm Game 3 (If Nec.) - Saturday, May 9 1:00pm Gate Fee: Adults-$5 / Students-$3 Ticket Information: TBA Passes Accepted: District 10-4A, District 12-4A, THSCA, THSBCA, Senior Citizen