AMS Newsletter
October 31, 2024

Upcoming Events
Wednesday, November 6
Boys Basketball: 8th @ Home, 7th @ Carroll MS
Thursday, November 7
Girls Basketball: 8th @ Home, 7th @ Carroll MS
Monday, November 11
Veterans Day Assembly (see graphic below)
Boys Basketball: 8th @ Home, 7th @ Trinity Springs MS
Don’t Miss Your Chance to Vote Early!
Want to avoid long lines on Election Day? Vote early!
Early voting is going on now and ends this Friday, November 1. This year’s ballot includes the School Funding Referendum (VATRE), which, if approved, would impact teacher & staff pay, class sizes, and support personnel. Make your voice heard—get to the polls today!
Early Voting Hours & Locations
Thursday, October 31: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday, November 1: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
For an info guide, read our School Funding Referendum Newsletter or visit our full site for an in-depth overview of the School Funding Referendum.
For questions, check out our FAQs page or reach us at communications@argyleisd.com.
Preview the Sample Ballot
Veteran's Day Information
AMS Musical: Into the Woods, Jr. - November 14-16
AMS Theatre will present their fall musical, Into the Woods, Jr., the weekend of November 14-16th. Specific performance dates and times are subject to change based on the 1st round playoff game that will be played at Eagle Stadium that weekend. Exact show information and links to online tickets through Hometown will be available as soon as the game is set by UIL.
Yearbook Info: 8th Grade Yearbook Recognition Ads Due November 15!
Argyle ISD Thanksgiving Food Drive
The Thanksgiving Food Drive is underway, and we need your help to support Argyle Eagles in need! Please send non-perishable food items from the provided list with your student to their Advisory teacher. Each class will work together to fill their list, helping us stock the pantry for families in our community. The program will run until November 13.
Thank you for your generosity!
Participate in the 2024 Multicultural Festival!
Join Us in Celebrating our Argyle ISD Cultures: Participate in the 2024 Argyle ISD Multicultural Festival!
We’re excited to host our annual Multicultural Festival, celebrating the rich traditions, food, music, and stories of the cultures within our Argyle ISD community. To make this event truly special, we need your help!
Ways you can participate:
- Host a country/cultural table
- Perform during the Festival (less than 5 minutes)
If you’re interested in volunteering, please fill out the Volunteer Form.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Location: Argyle High School Cafeteria
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
For any questions or further details, please reach out to our AMS campus representative, Andie Gale, andrea.gale@argyleisd.com.
We look forward to your participation in making this festival a vibrant and memorable celebration of our community’s amazing cultures!
AMS Attendance
About AMS
Principal - Dona Lumsden - dona.lumsden@argyleisd.com
Assistant Principal (8th Grade) - Coby Pelt - coby.pelt@argyleisd.com
Assistant Principal (7th Grade) - Heather Van Noy - heather.vannoy@argyleisd.com
Counselor (8th Grade) - Jessica Wade - jessica.wade@argyleisd.com
Counselor (7th Grade) - Tara Furr - tara.furr@argyleisd.com
Nurse - Denise King - denise.king@argyleisd.com
Administrative Assistant - Christy King - christy.king@argyleisd.com
Registrar - June Splain - june.splain@argyleisd.com
Attendance - M'Lissa Kiser - m'lissa.kiser@argyleisd.com
Receptionist - Mary Kay Dagg - marykay.dagg@argyleisd.com