Argyle Weekly Newsletter

• SGA Meeting in RM 202: Wednesday November 19, 2025 3pm - 4:20pm
• Early Release Day; Dismissal at 12:30pm: Monday November 24, 2025
• AMS Book Fair: Monday November 24 - Wednesday December 3, 2025
• Parent/ Teacher Conferences (In-person): Monday November 24, 2025 2:30pm - 7pm
• Early Release Day; Dismissal at 12:30pm: Tuesday November 25, 2025
• Thanksgiving Break; Schools & Offices Closed; Wednesday Nov. 26 - Friday Nov. 28, 2025

Argyle will hold Parent/ Caregiver - Teacher Conferences on Monday, November 24, 2025.

In-person conferences will be available in Argyle’s Main Gymnasium from 2:30pm-7:00pm. No appointments are needed. All you need to do is come to Argyle between 2:30pm and 7:00pm.

Please note that teachers will have a 30 minute dinner break. Please see the dinner break schedule below.

If you have questions, please reach out to Mrs. Alyson Gordon at Alyson_L_Gordon@mcpsmd.org.

La escuela Argyle celebrará reuniones de padres y maestros el lunes 24 de noviembre de 2025.

Las reuniones presenciales se llevarán a cabo en el gimnasio principal de Argyle de 2:30pm a 7:00pm. No es necesario programar una cita. Simplemente debe presentarse en Argyle entre las 2:30 pm y las 7:00pm.

Tenga en cuenta que los maestros tendrán un descanso para cenar de 30 minutos. Consulte el horario del descanso para cenar a continuación.

Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con la Sra. Alyson Gordon a Alyson_L_Gordon@mcpsmd.org.

Fall into FUN as you attend a November SGA meeting on November 5th and/or 19th in room 202 after school. Students, do you want to make things happen at Argyle? Then be sure to attend an SGA meeting so your voices and ideas can be heard.

For more information, please reach out to Mrs. Harrison, Athletic Coordinator at Rebekah_R_Harrison@mcpsmd.org

Get ready—the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! This is a great opportunity to build your child’s home library with new books they’ll dive into again and again. More than ever, we need to get students reading. Studies prove that children with more books at home have higher-level reading skills, and attain more years of education overall.

Dates: 11/24, 11/25, 12/1, 12/2, 12/3

More information: Book Fair Newsletter

Don't Miss It: Book Fair Website

Book Fair Volunteer: Volunteer Sign Up

Students in EBB get expanded access to after-school. Students can power up with an after-school meal before heading off to an activity of their choice. You might come for the extracurricular activities, but you’ll probably stay for the people you meet.

Afterschool Bus Routes (limited stops): Bus Routes SY25-26

For questions or information please feel free to reach the EBB Team at this number (240)672-4101 from 3:15pm - 5:30pm.

To ensure the safety and organization of all P.E. activities, please reinforce with your child that all backpacks and personal bags are strictly prohibited in the gymnasium and must be secured in their assigned hallway locker before class begins. Lastly, with the weather getting noticeably colder, please ensure your student is prepared for any necessary outdoor activities by bringing a jacket or appropriate outerwear to school daily!

Students are currently engaging in a dynamic series of Physical Education units designed to promote fitness, teamwork, and skill development. These include the fast-paced action of hockey, the strategic skills required for volleyball, the high-energy excitement of capture the flag, and the foundational movements of track and field depending on their class.

Dear Caregivers,

If you are wondering what your child can do at home to sharpen their reading and writing, use IXL English! All students have access to IXL English through their Clever log-in. All of Argyle’s English teachers have selected special starred units on IXL for your student to review. Practicing these skills will help students review key skills and boost their confidence as readers and writers! Teachers will reward students with PBIS points for any units completed outside of class time. Please reach out to your child’s English teacher if you have any questions!

Please reference the attached Google Sheet to find out when your child will participate in testing this school year. Any questions regarding the tests listed on the schedule can be sent to Ms. Alyson Gordon Alyson_L_Gordon@mcpsmd.org.

SY26 Caregiver Testing Information

Parents or guardians should handwrite or email student excuse notes to Ms. Patricia Hernandez, Argyle's attendance secretary. Phone calls will not excuse any absences until a note has been turned in to the main office.

If you have any questions or need to email an excuse note, please get in touch with Argyle's attendance secretary Mrs. Patricia Hernandez at patricia_v_hernandez@mcpsmd.org

For more information on the attendance policy, please click here

www.MySchoolApps.com is NOW OPEN for parents to complete and submit the 2025–2026 Online Application for Free and Reduced-Price Meals!

Families are now able to complete and submit the online application for free or reduced meals through www.MySchoolApps.com. Student meal eligibility from the 2024 – 2025 school year will carry over into the 2025 – 2026 school year through October 8, 2025 or until a new application is processed. Applications are only being accepted by submitting online.

Spanish Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsdCrtCIFJc&t=4s
English Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJUapGLarBo

MCPS is now using an enhanced security protocol to effectively and efficiently respond to emergency and crisis situations that may impact students, families and staff. Here’s what you need to know:

The Standard Response Protocol (SRP) includes five directives: Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate and Shelter.

Learn more about what’s new.

Walking to school or the bus stop? Stay alert and stay safe! Always cross streets at marked crosswalks, stop and look left-right-left before stepping off the curb, and make eye contact with drivers so they see you. Use sidewalks when available—or walk facing traffic if there aren’t any—and wear bright or reflective clothing when it’s dark or rainy.
Learn more safety tips and find resources for families on the MCPS Safe Routes to School

We want to remind everyone about the repair and replacement costs for student Chromebooks. Please take a few minutes to look over the information so you know what to expect if a Chromebook is damaged, lost, or needs repair.

You can find the full information here: Chromebook Repair and Replacement Costs Sheet

Montgomery County Public Schools has transitioned to a new online payment system called SchoolCash Online as its preferred method of payment for all school-related fees.

SchoolCash Online helps parents/guardians and community members pay school-related fees safely, quickly, and easily. SchoolCash Online will help increase efficiency and security at schools by making payments directly into schools’ bank accounts and eliminating the need for teachers to handle money. In addition, once registered, you will be immediately informed about school activities!

The new system puts all of the school-related fees online for purchase so users can make purchases online using a credit card or e-check. A processing fee will be included on all items available for purchase, regardless of the type of payment used on SchoolCash Online or at the school.

Parents/guardians can register now at - Click here

Below are emails and phone numbers for the following departments:

Administration (240) 740-6370

School Principal - Mr. Allrich | James_K_Allrich@mcpsmd.org

8th Grade Administrator - Ms. Jimenez | Hannah_D_Jimenez@mcpsmd.org

7th Grade Administrator/ Magnet Coordinator: Ms. Chao | Cortney_E_Chao@mcpsmd.org

6th Grade Administrator - Ms. Gordon | Alyson_L_Gordon@mcpsmd.org

Main Office (240) 740-6370

Administrative Secretary - Ms. Chavarria | Johana_M_Chavarria@mcpsmd.org

Front Office Secretary - Ms. Ayala | Diana_Ayala@mcpsmd.org

Attendance Secretary - Ms. Hernandez | Patricia_V_Hernandez@mcpsmd.org

School Financial Specialist - Mr. Magruder | Timothy_W_Magruder@mcpsmd.org

Counseling Office (240) 740-6380

Resource Counselor/ SSL Coordinator - Mr. Lilja | Email: Matthew_J_Lilja@mcpsmd.org

Counseling Secretary/Registrar - Ms. Ramirez | Email: Araceli_P_Ramirez@mcpsmd.org

8th Grade Counselor - Ms. DeWItt | Email: Genevieve_A_Dewitt@mcpsmd.org

7th Grade Counselor - Ms. Ford | Email: Miyah_M_Ford@mcpsmd.org

6th Grade Counselor - Ms. Andich | Email: Kristen_M_Andich@mcpsmd.org

Website: www.argylems.org
Location: 2400 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD, USA
Phone: (240) 740-6370
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Argyle-Magnet-Middle-School-102726228178724/
Twitter: @ArgyleMagnetMS