Argyle Weekly Newsletter

• SPIRIT WEEK: Monday November 16 - Friday November 20, 2026
• SGA Meeting: Wednesday November 18, 2026 3pm - 4:25pm
• Early Release for Students; DISMISSAL 12:30pm: Monday November 23, 2026
• Early Release for Students; DISMISSAL 12:30pm: Tuesday November 24, 2026
• Early Release for Students; DISMISSAL 12:30pm: Wednesday November 25, 2026
• Thanksgiving Break; Schools & Offices Closed: Thursday Nov. 26 - Friday November 27, 2026

SGA Spirit Week is around the corner, happening November 16th-November 20th. Let's show our school spirit by having outfits ready for our themed days during Spirit week. The SPIRIT days are:

Monday: Anything BUT a Backpack Day,

Tuesday: Twin Day

Wednesday: Meme Day

Thursday: International Day

Friday: Argyle Day Wear Purple and/ or Teal and/or Argyle gear.

SGA invites all students to attend our November 4th and November 18th meetings, after school in room 202. Students, you want to make things happen at Argyle?

Then be sure to attend a SGA meeting so your voices and ideas can be heard!

Argyle will hold Caregiver Teacher Conferences on Monday, November 23, 2026 1:00pm - 7:00pm

Pre-Scheduled in-person:

Conferences will be held 1:00pm - 4:00pm.

Group conferences with teachers from multiples classes 1:00pm - 2:10pm

Individual conferences with teachers from one class at a time 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Walk In in-person:

Conferences will be available in Argyle’s Main Gymnasium from 4:00-7:00pm.

No appointments are needed. All you need to do is come to Argyle between 4:00pm and 7:00pm.

Please note that teachers will have a 30 minute dinner break.

Please see the staff dinner break schedule in the top right corner.

The high school application deadline for all 8th grade students has been extended to November 13. We encourage every student and family to work together to complete the application on Parent Vue, even if your student plans to attend their home high school. If you have any questions or would like assistance with the application process or accessing Parent Vue, please contact us. We are happy to help!

Argyle Middle School: 240-740-6370
Ms. Ford: Miyah_M_Ford@mcpsmd.org
Ms. Lopez: Ana_L_Lopez@mcpsmd.org
Ms. Martinez: Samantha_J_Martinez@mcpsmd.org

Please review the link below for step-by-step instructions on completing the application.

On Page 2 of the guide, you will find two options:

Click here ---> HS Application Guide

• Documents: Click here to find your student's home high school and a list of eligible center programs available in your region.
• Online Registration: Click this option at the top of the page to begin the high school application process.

Families interested in learning more about the following topics can find additional information by clicking the link here ---> Family Information & Updates

• Maryland System of Testing Academic Readiness (MSTAR), formerly MCAP

• Spring 2026 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) Individual Student Reports (ISR)

• 2026 Maryland Youth Risk Behavior & Youth Tobacco Survey

• MCPS Culture & Climate Survey — Coming Soon!

Thank you for staying informed and engaged in your student’s education!

The Department of Food and Nutrition Services (DFNS) is hosting the sixth annual Taste of MCPS on Tues, Nov. 17, 2026, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring. This open house-style event gives students, staff, and MCPS families the opportunity to sample and evaluate a variety of school meal favorites, learn more about the important role of school nutrition at MCPS, and get a taste of exciting new menu concepts that DFNS is exploring for students in the coming year. Use the RSVP link to sign up!

Snow days, delays and early dismissals—oh my! Winter weather is just around the corner, and MCPS wants families to be ready. In case you missed it, MCPS shared important information about its weather-related color codes, how decisions are made and where to find the latest school operating status updates. Be sure to review the winter weather message and make your family's winter weather plan now. And for a little fun, grab some popcorn and enjoy the world premiere of our Snow Day Trailer! Winter is coming, and we're ready!

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Be sure to join us for the Mental Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14 at James Hubert Blake High School, 300 Norwood Road in Silver Spring. Free and open to staff, students and families, this event will feature workshops, a student-led forum and community partners sharing information about mental health and wellness.

Participating students can earn 4 Student Service Learning hours.

6th graders will be going to Outdoor Education. Session attendance will be based on the Science Teacher. More information on Outdoor Ed and assigned Sessions will be coming soon! Please see session dates below and mark your calendars:

Session 1: March 15 - 17th

Session 2: March 17 - 19th

Session 3: March 22 - 24th

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If you have any questions, please reach out to Woodward H at (240)740-8500

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

Argyle families can now report all-day absences directly through ParentVUE and upload supporting documentation when needed. Please remember, ParentVUE is ONLY for all-day absences—not tardies or early dismissals. For tardies, early dismissals, or absences that don’t fit the available codes, please contact Mrs. Patricia Hernandez at Patricia_V_Hernandez@mcpsmd.org or 240-740-6370. When submitting an absence, please include a brief note in the Comments section.

Learn how parents submit student attendance:

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Any requests for early dismissal or dismissal changes for your child cannot be accommodated after 2:45 PM. This cut-off time is necessary to ensure the safety and efficient operation of our school dismissal process.

We understand that there may be occasions when you need to make changes to your child's dismissal plan, but after 2:45 PM, it becomes increasingly challenging to implement these changes without causing disruptions. Please make sure to communicate any changes or early dismissal requests to the school's office well in advance of this time to allow us to make the necessary arrangements. You can contact the main office via email or by phone at (240)740-6370.

Thank you for your continued support for a smooth dismissal process.

Our EBB Program's Fall Session Registration is now!! Space is limited, register today!

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.

EBB Contact (3pm - 5:45pm): (240) 672- 4101

Afterschool Bus Routes (limited stops): Bus Routes SY26-27

Apply today! A new FARMS application must be completed every school year, even if your children qualified the previous year. Submit the online FARMS application through MySchoolApps (translations are available). Only one application is needed for all students in a household. More information.

Student meal eligibility from the 2025 – 2026 school year will carry over into the 2026 – 2027 school year through October 7, 2026 or until a new application is processed. After that, if a student has not newly qualified for free or reduced-price meals, meals will be charged at the regular meal prices. Applications are only being accepted by submitting online.

It is easier than ever to see your school’s breakfast and lunch menus, along with nutritional details, by visiting the MealViewer webpage.

Learn more: English | español | 中文 | français | Português | 한국어 | tiếng Việt | አማርኛ

English Video (Application): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJUapGLarBo

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 - Mrs. Kline-Taylor | Nadia_J_Kline-Taylor@mcpsmd.org

8th Grade Administrator/ Magnet Coordinator - Mrs. Chao | Cortney_E_Chao@mcpsmd.org

7th Grade Administrator - Mrs. Gordon | Alyson_L_Gordon@mcpsmd.org

6th Grade Administrator - Dr. Valverde-Daniels | Francisco_J_Valverde-Daniels@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 | Matthew_J_Lilja@mcpsmd.org

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

8th Grade Counselor - Ms. Ford | Miyah_M_Ford@mcpsmd.org

7th Grade Counselor - Ms. Andich | Kristen_M_Brinker@mcpsmd.org

6th Grade Counselor - Ms. DeWItt | Genevieve_A_Dewitt@mcpsmd.org

Website: www.argylems.org
Location: 2400 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD, USA
Phone: (240) 740-6370