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Argyle ISD started the first day of the 2024-2025 school year with amazing excitement around the district! The District topped 6,000 students on the seven campuses. AISD grew more than 500 students since the end of the last school year in May.
This year was historic with the opening of our fourth elementary campus, which is located in the Harvest community. The new Jane Ruestmann Elementary opened its doors Wednesday for the first time and serves grades PreKindergarten through 5th grade. Mrs. Ruestmann was also on campus and enjoyed greeting all the new JRE Eagles!
Please continue to be aware of school zone speeds and expect traffic delays the first few weeks of the school year. Thank you to all our families who posted so many great pics from the first day. We have compiled all the great shots for everyone!
CLICK HERE to view all the first day pics shared on Facebook!
Mark your calendars for an evening of fun, excitement, and school spirit! It's the HOMECOMING PARADE & CARNIVAL! Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at Argyle High School in Canyon Falls for an unforgettable event full of energy and community pride.
The Parade kicks off at 6 PM, featuring the band, cheerleaders, drill team, Homecoming Court, student groups, and community organizations.
After the parade, stick around for the Carnival in the AHS parking lot from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, where you can enjoy delicious food, exciting games, awesome prizes, freebies, music, and so much more!
Carnival ticket pre-sales will be available at all AISD campuses from August 29 through September 4, during the mornings before school. Tickets are $1 each and can be used to play games at the carnival. You can purchase tickets with cash or conveniently online using a QR code.
- If your organization is interested in entering a float in the parade please complete the Homecoming Parade Float Entry Form.
- If your local business would like to have a booth at the carnival, please complete the Homecoming Carnival Vendor Booth Application.
- Argyle High School student organizations and athletic teams are encouraged to have a booth at the carnival. To participate, please complete the HOCO Student Group Carnival Booth Form.
If your business is interested in sponsoring a carnival ride, please contact Laura.Truebenbach@argyleisd.com.
HOCO 2024
Date: Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Location: Argyle High School (6601 Canyon Falls Dr.)
Parade Time: 6 PM
Carnival Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Questions: Contact Laura.Truebenbach@argyleisd.com
Do you know a SOARING STAR that's making a difference?
CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE NOMINATION FORM.
Join us in celebrating the incredible contributions of Argyle ISD employees each month who continually strive to make a difference in the lives of our students and community. Together, we can acknowledge and honor those who make Argyle ISD an exceptional place to learn and grow.
To make this recognition even more special, the SOARING STAR AWARD winner will receive a $100 gift card, generously sponsored by our district Eagle Partners. Argyle ISD is dedicated to fostering a culture of appreciation and support throughout our educational community.
Please complete the form below and include a detailed description of how your nominee displays Argyle ISD's Core Values.
1. Excellence - We believe in the tradition of excellence based on the highest levels of integrity, innovation, and personal achievement.
2. Respectful Relationships - We believe in a community of supportive and positive relationships because together we are stronger.
3. Honest Communication - We believe in the dignity of all people and communicating with honesty and respect.
4. Security - We believe in the highest quality safety resources and services that foster an environment conducive to learning and personal growth.
5. Kindness - We believe in a welcoming environment that cultivates compassion and a sense of belonging.
Nominate an Eagle today! #TogetherWeSoar
Take Action Now Argyle!
Throughout five legislative sessions in 2023 in Texas, our leaders have failed to agree on legislation that would fully fund Texas public schools. We need action and we need it now. Please join us in asking our legislators to prioritize public education funding!
Presently,
- Argyle ISD is one of few districts in the state that has received the Formula Transition Grant since 2019 and faces a significant funding cliff beginning with the 2024-2025 fiscal year when FTG expires,
- Argyle ISD is subject to losing approximately $250,000 via the Robin Hood formula of “recapture,”
- There has been NO CHANGE to the basic allotment despite 40-year record inflation.
- Argyle ISD, like most school districts in Texas, is struggling to provide meaningful raises to our teachers.
CLICK HERE to visit the Take Action Argyle website and learn how to Take Action Now!
Argyle ISD is beginning the construction process for the new AISD Stadium and Indoor Activity Center on the south side of the AHS campus.
Construction fencing is being installed around the practice fields and the east side of the field house. All fencing was in place by the start of school.
Some parking will be impacted and unavailable during this process, but plenty of spots remain available across the campus. The AISD Stadium will be located behind the field house and will use the existing field.
The Indoor Activity Center will be located on the east side of the field house. Both projects were part of the voter-approved bond package in 2022 and are scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2025.
The Argyle ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. Meetings are held at the Argyle ISD Dr. Telena L. Wright Administration Building, located at 6701 Canyon Falls Drive in Flower Mound.
The meeting includes time alloted for public comment. The meeting will be live-streamed to the Argyle ISD You Tube Channel.
CLICK HERE to the visit the Argyle ISD Board of Trustees page.
Sixth Grade Parents be sure to mark down next Thursday, Aug. 22! It's Curriculum Night at SGC and this is a great opportunity for families to visit with your student's teachers and administrators and learn the classroom and school expectations for the year.
Families will have the opportunity to walk their student's schedule. Please bring your student's schedule with you to the event. This night is for parents only.
Curriculum Night will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. Visit the SGC Website for more campus information.
Atmos Energy used the Argyle Middle School parking lot for a staging area as they made repairs in the area. Andrie Krahl from Atmos visited the district and presented the check along with Superintendent Dr. Courtney Carpenter, Chief Financial Officer Liz Stewart, Executive Director of Operations Tommy Ledford and Maintenance Director Angel Garcia.
Argyle Cheer presents the Second Annual We've Got Spirit Project -- game day shirts for all fans -- from elementary to high school, parents to super fans!
Each design was created for Argyle Eagles to wear throughout the upcoming school year, not just under the Friday night lights. As you attend other hometown events or participate in activities like Red Ribbon week--these shirts can be worn on repeat!
Bonus...A portion of each sale will be donated back to Argyle Cheer Boosters as they dedicate time and energy to keeping our school spirit strong all year long!
Presale Link: https://tinyurl.com/spiritshirts2024
Argyle Band Boosters have partnered with Mabel's Labels to help raise funds for the Argyle Band! 20% of each purchase goes towards our amazing and talented musicians AND they have created an Argyle Eagle Logo!!
To order - visit campaigns.mabelslabels.com and search Argyle Band Boosters (Texas)
So far in Pearland the Lady Eagles are 2-0 with victories against Bryan (2-0) and St. Agnes (2-1). They will also play Friday and Saturday in the tournament.
The Argyle Eagle tennis team continues its strong start which includes a victory against Boswell. Argyle started out leading 6-1 after doubles play and continued the strong play winning 11 of the 12 singles matches.
The Eagles won the dual 17-2. Argyle is now 5-1 on the season and will face Eaton on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. at AHS.
Calling all Argyle ISD students in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade! Join the Future Argyle Eagle Club today and get a T-shirt and be part of the varsity pre-game! Cost is $40.
All proceeds benefit Argyle Football Team's game meals.
CLICK HERE to sign up your Future Eagle!
Argyle Independent School District
Argyle ISD is a fast-growth public school district in the Dallas-Fort Worth area with 5,900+ students and more than 700 employees. The District includes seven campuses. Argyle ISD is a 13-time UIL Lone Star Cup Champion. The Eagle Extra! Newsletter is produced by the Argyle ISD Communications & Marketing Department.
To submit stories or a possible photo of the week for consideration, contact Rick Herrin, Argyle ISD Chief Communications Officer at Communications@argyleisd.com.
Website: argyleisd.com
Location: 6701 Canyon Falls Dr., Flower Mound, Texas 76226
Phone: (940) 464-7241
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