My name is Dorothy Frembgen, I am the Technology Directory for Aberdeen School District. I started in Aberdeen in June of 2015. I work in the classrooms to assist the teacher’s with their technology needs. Before coming to Aberdeen School District I worked for Palmer Home in Columbus MS for 3 years. Prior to that I was a Network Analyst for the US Air Force... READ MORE >
The Aberdeen School District Employee of the week is Shanda Vasser-Whitfield. She is married to Eugene Whitfield and has two children in the Aberdeen School District. Mrs. Vasser-Whitfield has been teaching in ASD for 14 years, where she has served as an inclusion teacher and is currently a fifth grade language arts teacher. She is currently working on her... READ MORE >
This week at Aberdeen Elementary School we would like to recognize Nurse Willie Mae Blanchard. Nurse Blanchard has over twenty-five years of nursing experience. She obtained her degree in Registered Nursing from Itawamba Junior College. Mrs. Blanchard is the proud wife of Mr. Billy Blanchard and they have three sons. We are proud of the care Nurse Blanchard... READ MORE >
Junior, Jamiyah Hoskins has been chosen to play in the North and South Mississippi All-Star Basketball game in Jackson!The game will take place at the Mississippi College on March 21 at 3:00 p.m. READ MORE >
Aberdeen Elementary 2nd Nine Weeks Honor Roll Kristen Fondren Principal Kindergarten - All A’s – Superintendent’s List: Kenndal Guider, Janiecia Haughton, Abrielle Miller, Chelsea Whitfield, Joshua Cunningham, Aniyah McPherson, K’Riyah Robinson, Michael Gardner, Anthony Gathings, L T Gathings, Finas Jackson, Ma’Kenzi Henton, Jordan Logan, Nasir... READ MORE >
Aberdeen Elementary 2nd Nine Weeks Honor Roll Kristen Fondren Principal Kindergarten - All A’s – Superintendent’s List: Kenndal Guider, Janiecia Haughton, Abrielle Miller, Chelsea Whitfield, Joshua Cunningham, Aniyah McPherson, K’Riyah Robinson, Michael Gardner, Anthony Gathings, L T Gathings, Finas Jackson, Ma’Kenzi Henton, Jordan Logan, Nasir... READ MORE >
Employee of the Week Marsha Cunningham.Marsha Cunningham has been employed with the Aberdeen School District for 13 years. She currently serves as a Food Service Worker for the Aberdeen Elementary School Cafeteria. Aside from being a hard worker, Mrs. Cunningham is a very kind and humble person. She enjoys what she does and takes pride in her work. She is a... READ MORE >
My name is Amy Tate. I have worked at the Aberdeen School District as the Child Nutrition Administrative Assistant for 6 ½ years. I am married to Corey Tate. I enjoy spending time with my family and spoiling my nephews and niece as much as possible. The best part about my job, besides the wonderful team I work with in the Child Nutrition Department, is being a... READ MORE >
Employee of the week 12-9-19 - Lisa Leatherman Lisa Leatherman is the Belle-Shivers Middle School Employee of the Week. Ms. Leatherman just started her tenth year in education. She has a Masters in Literacy from the University of MS. and a Specialist degree in Educational Leadership through Principal Corps of Ole Miss. She has four children ranging in... READ MORE >
Lorenzo Pargo is the Aberdeen Elementary School Employee of the Week. Mr. Pargo is an integral piece in what keeps AES running each day. He takes pride in keeping our building clean and safe for the students and teachers. He never hesitates to help whenever the need arises. He is the proud father of three sons and he has nine grandchildren. We are proud to... READ MORE >
Mary McMillian is out employee of the week from the Transportation facility. READ MORE >
Aberdeen School District is pleased to announce that Ms. Kristen Fondren, principal of Aberdeen Elementary School was selected to serve on the Mississippi Department of Education accountability task force for the 2019-2020 school year. She is a two time graduate from the University of Mississippi. Ms. Fondren is also pursuing a doctoral degree in Educational... READ MORE >
Theresa Williams has been employed with the Aberdeen School District for 20 years. She currently serves as the Food Service Manager for the Aberdeen Elementary School Cafeteria. Theresa is very passionate about her job and shows it daily, through her willingness to help others and her interactions with the staff and students at AES. Theresa is a joy to work with... READ MORE >
Mr. Lee enjoys working for the Aberdeen School District. He has with ASD for 5 years working in Maintenance. Mr. Lee currently works in Maintenance and drives a bus for the district. Mr. Lee wants to thank everyone for being patient as they work through items throughout the district. READ MORE >
The Aberdeen High School Employee of the Week for is Mrs. Kimberly Lenoir. Mrs. Lenoir is the secretary for the Aberdeen athletics department; she also works in the office of Aberdeen High School. She is a graduate of Aberdeen High School and an active mother of a current AHS senior. She has been with the Aberdeen School District for twenty-three years. She was... READ MORE >
The Belle-Shivers Middle School Employee of the Week is Gena Dill. Mrs. Dill teaches seventh grade ELA. She is a graduate of Mississippi University for Women and will graduate with her Masters of Teaching [English] in Secondary Education from Mississippi State University in December. She has been with the Aberdeen School District for three years and is very... READ MORE >
This week we would like to recognize Ms. Ursula "Vee" Wilson. Ms Wilson is the current Media Specialist at AES. She has 28 years of experience within the Aberdeen School District and she is a homegrown product of Aberdeen. She is the mother to one daughter, Alexandria, a budding professional photographer. Ms. Wilson's favorite quote is "Every child is... READ MORE >
Employee of the week 10-7-2019 Bus Driver Maggie McMillian READ MORE >
Cynthia Plant-Young is the Employee of the week for Aberdeen School District for the week of Sept 27th. She has been employed with the Aberdeen School District's Food Service Department for 10 years. She currently serves as the Food Service Manager for Belle-Shivers Middle School Cafeteria. She enjoys her job and enjoys being of service to the students and... READ MORE >
My name is Dorothy Frembgen, I am the Technology Directory for Aberdeen School District. I started in Aberdeen in June of 2015. I work in the classrooms to assist the teacher’s with their technology needs. Before coming to Aberdeen School District I worked for Palmer Home in Columbus MS for 3 years. Prior to that I was a Network Analyst for the US Air Force... READ MORE >
Mrs. Walls is an exceptional teacher and an extraordinary team player. She willingly performs any task that she is assigned with 100% effort and diligence. Her desire for students to meet or exceed grade-level expectations is evident in everything that she does. A brief bio for Mrs. Walls is included below. My name is Terrie Walls. I am from Aberdeen, and this... READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – Three letters set the theme for Aug. 19’s Aberdeen School Board meeting as matters involving the ACT test were discussed several times. District officials passed along encouragement for each student in grades eight through 12 to take the ACT before the end of the year, and the community’s help is needed to help nudge that push. “If we got a 100 percent... READ MORE >
Employee of the Week Sept 2nd, 2019 Ms. Olivia Ulbrich is the Employee of the Week for Aberdeen Elementary School. She is an advocate for all stakeholders: students, teachers, and parents. Ms. Ulbrich is a true helping hand to all those she comes in contact with. She is always willing to put others first. Ms. Ulbrich is described by her peers as "ubiquitous"... READ MORE >
Educator of the Week - Belle Shivers Middle School - 08/21/19 READ MORE >
Ms. Andrea Vasser currently serves as the Administrative Director at the Alternative Learning Center at the Aberdeen High School. Vasser has served over 8 years as an educator within our school district. Gabrielle Moore, our 2019 graduating senior nominated Ms. Vasser for the impact she has made toward her academic journey. Another student was a testament of her... READ MORE >
Winners: Elementary Division Awards: Honorable Mention Fiber Arts Jatori Johnson; 1st Place Categories, Three Dimensional Design 4th & 5th Grade Explore Students, Sculpture, Kevion Walker, Mixed Media Kayleigh Davis; 2nd Place Categories Recyclable Arts Isis Danner, Apparel Design Jakylen Drake; 3rd Place Categories Digital Art Alicia Evans, Two Dimentional... READ MORE >
Aberdeen School District Administrator of the year Karen Howard, Principal of Belle-Shivers Middle School and Micah Burnett, 7th grade Math teacher at Belle-Shivers Middle School and Teacher of the Year, we’re both recognized at a luncheon in Jackson hosted by the Mississippi Department of Education. This celebratory luncheon is held annually to recognize all... READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – The Aberdeen School Board addressed an ongoing discussion of building improvements across the school district Oct. 15 by taking action to approve a letter of intent to borrow as much as $750,000, advertise the letter in the Monroe Journal and use funds as soon as they’re available. “The letter of intent will be published in the paper for two weeks and... READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – Aberdeen High School students Zacchaeus Ellis Clay and Dorian Lenoir were selected to serve as pages for District 36 Rep. Karl Gibbs, who serves in the Mississippi House of Representatives. Clay is the son of Katheryn Clay and the grandson of Louis and Elizabeth Clay of Aberdeen. “One reason I want to serve as a page is because I would like a job in... READ MORE >
A disturbing image is Is being talked about to be going around on YouTube Kids giving alarming and dangerous information to children when parents are not looking.The image is called MoMo, and parents are complaining that it’s popping up on children’s YouTube videos. It instructs kids to wait until their parents are in bed and then click on the site. They are told... READ MORE >
Aberdeen Elementary School Employee of the week, Amanda Rogers ~ 3rd Grade ~ 7 years of being their champion… “Every child deserves a champion – an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.” ~ Rita F. Pierson Rita F. Pierson’s quote exemplifies... READ MORE >
My name is Jennifer Dobbs. I am a graduate of Aberdeen High School and an alumna of Mississippi University for Women. I am a twin, I have two sons and three grandchildren. I have been the Administrative Assistant with the Aberdeen School District Federal Program Department for twelve years which also includes five with the Curriculum Department. These two... READ MORE >
For Immediate Press Release (January 30, 2019) - The Program of Research andEvaluation for Public Schools (PREPS, Inc.), Mississippi’s only statewide educationalconsortium, is honored to announce the 2019 Value-Added Award recipients. Anawards luncheon and ceremony will be held Monday, February 25, 2019 atHattiesburg’s Lake Terrace Convention Center during the 2019... READ MORE >
Join the Aberdeen School District to celebrate School Board Member Recognition Week in Mississippi. The Aberdeen School District will join other districts across the state to thank school board members during School Board Member Recognition Week, February 10th through the 16th, for their leadership and service to local school districts and communities. This... READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – While none of the Aberdeen School District’s licensed counselors have been in their career field for as long as a decade, each one of them has witnessed noticeable changes in their time serving students and staff. The role of a school counselor has been confused with mostly clerical work. However, being a high school counselor is much more than helping... READ MORE >
The Belle-Shivers Middle School Employee of the Week is Shanika McKinney. Ms. McKinney was born in Starkville, MS and raised in St. Louis, MO. She is an alumna of Mississippi State University. This is Ms. McKinney’s fourth year as school counselor at Belle-Shivers Middle School. Ms. McKinney is a team player who always has the best interest of students at... READ MORE >
Coach Scott has been committed to the children of the Aberdeen School District for 23 years. She is truly a team player. You will find her volunteering for any extra project that needs to be accomplished. Any task that is asked of her is completed without any complaints. Coach Scott provides academic instruction, teaches physical education and health, and serves as... READ MORE >
I have worked in the district 11 1/2 years. Computer Lab Assistant 2 years, Accounts Payable Clerk 2 years, and Chief Financial Officers 7 1/2 years. I have seen the district at it’s lowest financially (Below $500,000 Fund Balance) and Academics ( F Rated District). Through the years I have worked with some great people that have the best interest of our... READ MORE >
RIDE AWARD Recipients for January. These two amazing ladies have been accident free, on time and have not missed one day of work! We truly appreciate all they do. Congratulations Emma O'Neal and Shirley Doss READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – The Aberdeen School Board gave its blessing Jan. 17 for superintendent Jeff Clay to explore the possibility of staff pay incentives for schools that increase by letter grade rankings. If approved, the system could go into place beginning in school year 2019-2020. “What we were looking at was taking our baseline data from this year. Moving after with... READ MORE >
Aberdeen native Alex Williams is back home as he was approved on Thursday night as the next head football coach of the Bulldogs. “I’m very excited to get back home, and this has been a dream job for me,” Williams said on Friday afternoon. “I always tried to set myself up to come back and get this job. It was my whole reason to go to West Point, to expand my... READ MORE >
My name is Tracy Fair. I am serving my first year as Academic Coach at Aberdeen High School. Previously I served as a Business & Technology Teacher for 15 years. I’m also the School Test Coordinator. I am married to Kenny Fair. We have 1 child, a son, who is a senior at Oklahoma Panhandle State University. I love working in the education field. My desire is to do... READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – Dec. 17’s Aberdeen School Board meeting carried a celebratory feel as each school’s teacher of the year and the district administrator of the year were announced. As for teachers, Erin Walker was named Aberdeen Elementary School Teacher of the Year, Micah Burnett was named Belle-Shivers Middle School Teacher of the Year, and Elisabeth Oliver was named... READ MORE >
Students of the Month Left, Construction - Daniel Whitfield - Aberdeen Right, Collision Repair - Keyshawn Weaver - Aberdeen READ MORE >
Angela Goode is a 4th grade math teacher at Belle-Shivers Middle School. She is married to Russell Goode. They have two sons, two daughters and nine grandchildren. She has been working in Aberdeen School District since 1999. She started as a P.E. assistant coach and later became a teacher’s assistant. As she worked in the classroom, she loved seeing the students’... READ MORE >
Mrs. Sherlonda Boyd is the "Employee of the Week" for Aberdeen Elementary. Mrs. Boyd has served in the Aberdeen School District for 14 years. She is married to Napoleon Boyd and is the mother of five children. Mrs. Boyd is always willing to do what is necessary to ensure AES runs like a well-oiled machine. Over the years at AES she has handled countless... READ MORE >
RIDE (Recognition in Driving Excellence) Award recipient from our November Safety Meeting. While driving the bus Ms Nancy Ivy had a student with an asthma attack. She did an amazing job of handling the situation, contacting the proper authorities, and was able to get the child the help they needed. A special thank you to Ms Nancy Ivy and Congratulations!!! READ MORE >
“To know me is to love me” is the quote that comes to mind when describing myself. I am a God-fearing, loving and devoted wife and mother of three wonderful children, who are my motivation in life. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, as well as meeting new people. I also enjoy listening to, talking with and helping people in any way that I can. I... READ MORE >
Aberdeen High School employee of the week, Allison Bramlett. Teaching English is my passion. My hope is when students enter my classroom that they learn not only about writing and literature, but how to be successful young adults in society. This starts with a positive attitude and determination to be successful. READ MORE >
Aberdeen School District Educator Nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award October 23rd, 2018 – Aberdeen, MS – Aberdeen Elementary School counselor Katrina Carlisle has been nominated for the 2018-2019 national LifeChanger of the Year award. Carlisle was nominated by a colleague, Erin Walker, for offering caring and nurturing support to... READ MORE >
Shana Blanchard is the seventh-grade history teacher at BSMS. She is an alumnus of Aberdeen High School and has been teaching in the district for six years. Although Ms. Blanchard is a woman of few words, she is bold and expressive in the classroom. Her passion for teaching and learning is evident when she engages in class discussions with her students. She is... READ MORE >
During the last decade, the Aberdeen School District has been under fire about its low test scores and inconsistent teacher rosters due to the trails of conservatorship. The worst was expected, the district would fail. Against the odds, Aberdeen is a resilient city with several corners of well-intending, dedicated community members. Conversing with locals, one... READ MORE >
Mrs. Lenoir is a 22 year employee for ASD. I am currently employed as the Administrative Assistant for Maintenance and Athletics Department. She's a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. In her spare time she enjoys traveling and spending time with family. READ MORE >
This week we would like to nominate Ms. Lisa Miller. Ms. Miller has been in the Aberdeen School District for 22 years. She is the definition of a true educational advocate for children. Ms. Miller takes any task that is given to her and puts 110% into making sure it is successful. She not only makes learning academically challenging, but fun as well. She always... READ MORE >
Sheraton Crosby, Central Office employee of the week, Nov 5th, 2018. For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Jeremiah 29:11 In my work as the district level Family and Community Engagement Specialist, I am in great anticipation of our growth. I believe that through... READ MORE >
Welcome and thank you for your interest in Aberdeen School District. This website is designed to provide its visitors with both timely and pertinent information about the district, including its many programs, activities, and accomplishments. The main site also provides a gateway to the individual websites for the district's three schools - Aberdeen Elementary... READ MORE >
Employee of the Week - Oct 22, 2018 Mrs. Zellerie Cox is a dedicated, child advocate. You never have to question her motives because she always does what is best for children. She sees the bright side of every situation and has a kind and humble spirit. She is always willing to extend herself to help others. She never leaves a task undone, and her explicit... READ MORE >
This week AES would like to nominate Ms. Olivia Ulbrich as the "Employee of the Week." "Every child deserves a champion, an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be."---Rita Pierson This quote exemplifies this week's nominee. Ms. Ulbrich has been in the Aberdeen... READ MORE >
Everyone is invited to come out and Meet the Bulldogs October 18th, 2018 at 5PM Introduction of the Jr High and High School Cheerleaders And Jr High and High School Basketball Teams Each team will participate in a Scrimmage. $3.00 admission taken at at the door READ MORE >
Employee of the Week - Oct 8, 2018 Jennifer Oliver serves as the School District Attendance Specialist, Registration and SAMs Coordinator. Also Jennifer is the Homeless and Foster Liaison for the District. Jennifer earned a bachelor's degree from MSU and enjoys traveling, decorating, singing, spending time with family, friends and going to church. One of... READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – The Aberdeen School District is enriching students one pillar at a time through a five-pronged pilot program through literary giant Scholastic. The school was selected for the company’s Family and Community Engagement program, and building reading skills is one of the bigger current focuses. “We want to provide every student with the best possible... READ MORE >
Mrs. Mevalone Johnson is an Inclusion Teacher at Aberdeen High School. She also seeks out ways to help anyone in need especially the students. She obtained her associate degree at EMCC, her bachelor, master and specialist degree at MSU. She is currently working on Teacher Leadership training. Her goal is to work on obtaining her Doctoral Degree in 2019. READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – When recently named Belle-Shivers Middle School Principal Karen Howard walks the halls, she tries to connect with students on a personal level. The former Aberdeen High School algebra teacher of 17 years, STAR Teacher and district academic coach of two and a half years has been in her new position less than a month but has gotten to know more and more... READ MORE >
Mrs. Amanda Jencik is a fifth grade science teacher at Belle-Shivers Middle School. Mrs. Jencik has a model classroom. She has effective routines and procedures, and she models Capturing Kids' Hearts, which minimizes discipline and maximizes learning. She is also a team player and is always willing to lend a helping hand. Mrs. Jencik's favorite quote is: "The... READ MORE >
This week AES has nominated Mrs. Ashley O'Neal. Mrs. O'Neal was chosen as the AES Employee of the Week because she is always helpful to those who need her assistance. Every morning she greets students as they walk in with a bright smile and some words of encouragement to have a great day. Mrs. O'Neal comes from a long line of educators. She has a natural... READ MORE >
I moved to Aberdeen 30 years ago. I worked 14 years in the business office at Lowe Ford. When my husband decided to retire and sell, I was hired at ASD as Curriculum Secretary. In 2012, I was hired in the Business Office as Fixed Asset Coordinator and then later as Accounts Payable Clerk. I have had the wonderful opportunity to work... READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – During a special-called meeting July 19, Bill Whittle of JBHM Architects was up front and honest as he presented millions’ of dollars worth of recommended improvements for the buildings of the Aberdeen School District. “I’m going to throw a lot at you, and it’s all going to sound negative, but you didn’t hire me to give all the positives,” said Whittle,... READ MORE >
Debra Moore Sept 3rd, 2018 Employee of the Week I’ve been employed with Aberdeen School District 14 years as a Teacher Assistant. During my time with ASD I served in different areas such as help in office, substitute in classrooms, Career Center Technician, Dropout Prevention Committee and Proctored State Test. I am the In School Suspension Instructor... READ MORE >
Belle-Shivers students learn about bullying. READ MORE >
Latosha Renee’ Lenoir I have worked in the Aberdeen School District for over nine years. I am a 1996 Aberdeen High School graduate. In 1999, I received an A.A.S. in Banking and Finance Technology and a Certificate in Office Administration from East Mississippi Community College. I worked for Renasant Bank for almost 10 years. In 2015, I received my B.S.... READ MORE >
ABERDEEN – As part of Jan. 18’s Aberdeen School Board meeting, the district’s three top teachers of the year were recognized for their accomplishments in education. Amanda Rogers was selected as the Aberdeen Elementary School Teacher of the Year, Amanda Jencik is the Belle-Shivers Middle School Teacher of the Year, and Tracy Fair was selected as not only... READ MORE >
The "AES Employee of the Week" is Mr. Lorenzo Pargo. Mr. Pargo is more than just the school's custodian. He is an integral part in what keeps our school moving. The students love him and the teachers respect him. I receive many compliments from visitors on the cleanliness of the school and I always refer to Mr. Pargo as being the main cause. Even when... READ MORE >