Argyle Weekly Newsletter

• Early Release Day for Students, Dismissal at 12:30pm: Friday September 18, 2026
• Non-Instructional Day (No School for Teachers & Students): Monday September 21, 2026
• Fall School Pictures, All Students: Wednesday September 23 & Thursday September 24, 2026
• C&O 7th Grade Field Trip: Wednesday October 7 & Thursday October 8, 2026
• PSAT 8/9 for 8th Grade ONLY: Wednesday October 14, 2026

Picture Day will take place during your child’s Gym class.

Students. dress to impress for your picture!

Ordering Photos:

Picture order forms were distributed to students on last Friday.

Please ask your child for their form, or use the QR code below to place your order.

We’re excited to share that Argyle Middle School has been selected to use a new ParentVUE attendance feature! Families can now submit their student’s all-day absence directly through ParentVUE and upload supporting documentation, such as a doctor’s note, when needed.

A few important reminders:

• ParentVUE is ONLY for all-day absences. It should not be used to report tardies or early dismissals.
• Tardies & Early Dismissals: Please email our Attendance Secretary, Mrs. Patricia Hernandez at Patricia_V_Hernandez@mcpsmd.org or contact the main office.
• When submitting an absence in ParentVUE, please include a brief explanation in the Notes/Comments section.
• If using the Illness (P) code for an absence of more than 3 days, an official doctor’s note must be provided.
• Currently, only attendance codes below are available for families to select.

Absent (P)

Fam Emerg/Death (P)

Illness (P)

Medical Appt (P)

Religious Observ (P)

If your student’s absence does not fit one of these available codes, please contact Mrs. Patricia Hernandez at Patricia_V_Hernandez@mcpsmd.org or the main office (240)740-6370 for assistance.

Learn how parents submit student attendance:

• Amharic

• Chinese

• French

Thank you for helping us keep our attendance records accurate and up to date!

We get it, mornings can be hectic. Alarm clocks don’t cooperate, shoes disappear and sometimes getting everyone out the door deserves its own trophy. But being in school really does matter.
Every day in class is another chance to learn something new, see friends, connect with teachers and keep moving forward. And those “just a day here and there” absences? They can add up fast. Missing 10% of the school year, 17 days or more, is considered chronic absenteeism. That’s not good.

MCPS is a great place to be; it’s a place to belong. We want your student here, connected and part of our school community every day.
Need help?

MCPS is excited to offer all 8th grade students the opportunity to take the PSAT 8/9 during the school day on Wednesday October 14, at no cost to families. No student registration is required—MCPS will register students.

The PSAT 8/9 helps students and families understand academic strengths, areas for growth, and progress toward high school, college, and career readiness. Results may also be considered as one factor in admission to criteria-based high school programs.

Schools will share testing dates, expectations, and information about accommodations as the test date approaches. Requests for accommodation will continue to be accepted; information about student testing accommodations can be found here.

Additional information related to the PSAT can be found on the College Board website linked here and by reviewing this overview document.

All MCPS students need 75 Student Service Learning (SSL) hours to graduate. Be sure to check out September’s list of SSL opportunities. MCPS has updated its SSL forms; see the new forms below:

• MCPS Form 560-51 (SSL Activity Verification Form)

• MCPS Form 560-50 (Individual SSL Request): Required for students to complete service with any community organization that is not listed as an MCPS SSL organization on the Montgomery County Volunteer Center website.

This survey represents one component of the initial process for developing a school year calendar for the school years 2027-2028 AND 2028-2029 incorporating feedback from our students, staff, families, and community members. This survey will close on September 20, 2026.

Click Here -----> MCPS School Year Calendar Survey

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

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.

Submitted Your FARMS Application Yet?:

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