Ms. Allen, who lived in Seattle, also served as first director of the Experience Music Project’s summer arts camp before taking over as the high-school director for Forest Ridge in 2001.

The team turned to Allen, who had been a running back, to play quarterback after the starter transferred to another school. Allen had a little QB experience, and didn't hesitate to take on the task.

John Allen is the principal of the school. When he moved the family from the White Mountains, where he was a principal at Round Valley, he wanted to create different opportunities for Ridge.

Hazleton Mayor Jeff Cusat talks about the city LERTA during a school board meeting on Thursday June 27, 2024 as Council President Jim Perry, center, and Robert Gundlach Jr. of Allen Ridge ...

Matchup: Allen (14-0) vs. Round Rock Cedar Ridge (13-1)When and where: 2 p.m. Saturday at Baylor's McLane Stadium in Waco MORE: Big-time area... Skip to Main Content Skip to footer Sections ...

Fossil Ridge High School's principal was placed on administrative leave Monday. ... Allen has been Fossil Ridge's principal since July 1, 2013, when he replaced former principal Dierdre Cook.