EAGLE EXTRA!

We surprised the Soaring Star of the month at Argyle Middle School on Friday morning! This month's recognition went to Argyle Middle School Band Director Bojan Gutic!

Mr. Gutic, a longtime Argyle ISD educator, has helped grow an exceptional middle school band program. His nominations highlight his dedication to excellence, adapting to students' needs while holding them to high standards. He builds strong, respectful relationships with students and families, creating lasting connections that are evident when he works with students.

With positivity and consistent communication, he supports student growth and exemplifies Argyle’s values of excellence, kindness, and security. Congratulations, Mr. Gutic—we’re proud to have you in Argyle ISD!

Thanks to our Eagle Partners, Soaring Stars receive a $100 gift card and a year’s supply of Chick-fil-A sandwiches from Chick-fil-A of Argyle.

This month Argyle ISD is celebrating its seven AMAZING campus Principals across the district! AISD's Principals are exceptional and experienced leaders committed to building inspiring educational environments for our Eagles! We are grateful for their service to our students and staff! They motivate and grow our teachers and staff. This month, please take a moment and thank a Principal on social media or send an email or say hi to them on campus!

Argyle ISD Campus Principals

Robyn Campbell, Hilltop Elementary
Kristen Haynes, Argyle South Elementary
Renee Funderburg, Argyle West Elementary
Lauren Tullos, Jane Ruestmann Elementary
Holly Williams, Sixth Grade Center

Dona Lumsden, Argyle Middle School

Shannon Knowles, Argyle High School

This week, Argyle ISD joins the national effort to highlight School Bus Safety Week, stressing the importance of safe practices on and around school buses. Thousands of Eagles rely on our buses and drivers each day, making bus safety essential for students, parents and the community.

Parents are encouraged to review safety rules with their children and community members are reminded to stay vigilant in school zones and respect bus stop signs and crossing guards. Together, we can help ensure safe and secure transportation for all our Eagles.

Argyle ISD Elementary Counselors welcomed nationally recognized speaker, Carolyn Jennings Brown, to Argyle South, Argyle West, Hilltop, and Jane Ruestmann elementary schools this week to deliver her "Hey Dude, Nice Shoes" presentation.

Mrs. Brown spoke with students about choosing kindness, delivering an anti-bullying message that promotes prosocial behaviors and choices. Mrs. Brown also supported AISD parents through her parenting workshop on Monday evening. Thank you for joining us this week, Mrs. Brown!

Early voting will continue this weekend and through next week. The final day of early voting is Friday, Nov. 1.

Argyle ISD voters can vote at any Denton County location during early voting. Polls are open this weekend. The ballot includes the Argyle ISD School Funding Referendum. The ballot language of what to expect at the polls is located below.

• Saturday: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Do you have questions about Argyle ISD's School Funding Referendum? If so, we have all the information for you along with a quick FAQs video that will help answer some of the common questions.

• School Funding Referendum Informational Guide
• VIDEO: What Is a School Funding Referendum
• VIDEO: Most Asked Questions from the Community

This week Superintendent Dr. Courtney Carpenter launched two new councils that will help build engagement and collaboration with students and teachers.

Thursday morning we hosted the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council that included more than a dozen high school and middle school students. They met with Dr. Carpenter and the Superintendent's Cabinet and asked questions about the district and the campuses. The students had great questions and we enjoyed hosting them at the administration building. Special thanks to Eagle Partner Papa John's for providing lunch for everyone!

CLICK HERE to see more photos on Facebook!

Thursday afternoon Dr. Carpenter hosted the Advisory Council which was comprised with teachers across the district. They shared feedback they have received from their campuses and received updates on the School Funding Referendum and transitioning to two high schools and middle schools.

Argyle ISD has received special recognition for the 22nd year from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for its financial stewardship.

The district earned an “A” for Superior Achievement under the Texas’ FIRST Financial Accountability Rating System. This rating is the state’s highest, demonstrating the quality of AISD’s financial management and reporting system for over two decades.

Argyle ISD Chief Financial Officer Liz Stewart presented the FIRST Report for the 2023-2024 school year to the Board of Trustees during the regular Board meeting on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024.

“We congratulate Mrs. Stewart and the Finance department in Argyle ISD for its recent “A” FIRST rating,” School Board President Sam Slaton said. “For over two decades, this district has exemplified financial management practices and has been awarded the highest honor in each of those years. Mrs. Stewart and her team continue to model financial accountability and transparency within the education system in Texas. Congratulations again, and thank you for your dedication.”

CLICK HERE to read more.

Monday night, Argyle ISD held its monthly regular board meeting. The AISD School Board met at 5 p.m. for an executive session prior to the open meeting. We are providing you with School Board Briefs and hope this valuable information on agenda and action items helps you to be a well-informed Argyle ISD community member.

During recognitions, our Board of Trustees and Administration recognized our amazing campus principals for National Principals Month. This recognition honors the dedication and hard work of our Argyle ISD school principals and shows appreciation for their contributions to the success of our students, schools, and the community. The Board of Trustees also recognized our Human Resources Department, as Governor Greg Abbott proclaimed October 9, 2024, as Texas Education Human Resources Day. This recognition is to honor the important contributions made by school staff who work in human resources.

Following recognitions, Argyle ISD CFO Liz Stewart conducted a required public hearing on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST). Argyle ISD, for the 22nd consecutive year, received a Superior Rating “A” from the state of Texas. The FIRST Public hearing can be viewed at this link.

CLICK HERE to read more from the School Board meeting update.

It’s the event everyone has been waiting for! Argyle High School Theatre Department's Annual Haunted House!! Are you ready? This year the haunted house is open one night only!! The kid friendly version will be held from 4-6 p.m. and the full scare will be from 6:30-10:30 p.m.

The event will be $5 at the door.

Ticket Sales are NOW OPEN! Come see Argyle High School Theatre Department's Fall Musical - The Lightning Thief. Tickets will sell quickly, so get yours now.

Show Schedule

• Thursday, Nov. 7 - 7 PM
• Saturday, Nov. 9 - 2 PM & 7 PM
  
• Sunday, Nov. 10 - 2 PM
  

This Halloween, UNICEF of Argyle High School is launching a Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF campaign. Students at each campus will receive a QR code to attach to their trick-or-treat bags, making it easy for those handing out candy to support UNICEF with a quick scan and donation. All contributions go directly to UNICEF to help children in need worldwide.

Watch the video for more details and join us in making a difference this Halloween!

Former Eagle teachers were back home again!!

Argyle ISD recently reconnected with several former teachers in the district. We held a special luncheon and an opportunity to engage with the district!!

It was great seeing so many special teachers who impacted generations of Eagles! We appreciate you and welcome to our Silver Eagles program! These teachers started the foundation of success and excellence in Argyle ISD and we look forward to more engagement opportunities with them in the future.

Check out the new Argyle ISD Communications & Marketing Department Facebook page! Be sure to follow to see all the fun behind-the-scenes happenings in Argyle ISD.

This page will provide families, students and the community with a sneak peek of the department's events and planning. The page will also be utilized to answer questions in the community.

Help us grow the page! CLICK HERE and become a follower of the Argyle ISD Communications Facebook page!

The hats are going fast!

Did you miss out on Argyle ISD Night at the Ballpark in June? Don’t worry—here’s your chance to snag the exclusive cap that came with the tickets! We have a limited supply, so grab yours while they last.

All proceeds directly support the staff and teachers of Argyle ISD!

Click HERE to purchase!

Hats may be picked up Monday-Thursday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and on Friday from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, at the Argyle ISD Administration Building located at 6701 Canyon Falls Dr., Flower Mound, TX 76226.

Interested in joining the Argyle ISD team? The district is hiring a crossing guard for Jane Ruestmann Elementary. One shift is from 6:45 a.m. to 8 a.m. and one is from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. The pay is $16 per hour.

CLICK HERE to apply!

Tonight is Argyle High School Band, Color Guard and Majestics Senior Night! The ceremony will start at 6:30 p.m.

Argyle (6-1, 5-0) returns home to face Burleson on Friday at 7 p.m. The Eagles are coming off a 31-6 victory at Mansfield Summit and have now won six consecutive games. Burleson is 3-4 overall and 2-3 in district and lost last week 14-10 to Mansfield Timberview.

Argyle is in sole possession of first place in district!

GAMEDAY TICKETS: All tickets $8 at the gate.

GAME TIME: 7 PM

LOCATION: Eagle Stadium

ARGYLE EAGLE BOOSTER CLUB BROADCAST: https://webca.st/253130

VIDEO LIVE STREAM: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheTalonNews

The Argyle Lady Eagles' volleyball team will host SENIOR NIGHT tonight at the AHS arena. The game starts at 5 p.m. tonight vs. Denton Ryan.

Come out and support the Lady Eagles and this year's seniors! Argyle continues to roll through district and has won seven consecutive matches. The Lady Eagles are 31-5 overall and ranked No. 2 in Class 5A by the Texas High School Girls Coaches Association.

The Argyle Eagle tennis team had an impressive fall season! The team finished one match shy of reaching the UIL Class 5A state tournament. It was an incredible run to the Class 5A Region I final that was led by so many talented players.

The team will now shift their focus to the spring season and more great things. Congratulations Argyle Eagle tennis, Coach Mihok and assistants!!

Congratulations to Lady Eagle freshman cross country runner Madison Chapman! She qualified for the Class 5A Region I meet in Lubbock and finished 45th out of 172 of the best runners in the state.

Madison (pictured left) was the second fastest freshman in Region I. What a bright future ahead for Madison!

PLATINUM LEVEL

Point Bank

The Real Estate Station

Lori Jacobson, The Legacy Group

Cross Timbers Church

Total Care
iKids Dentistry

CR Plumbing

Chick-fil-A Argyle

GOLD LEVEL

Atown Apparel

Sunny Darden Group

Green Light Driving Academy

SILVER LEVEL

Argyle United Methodist

Rich McDowell Synergy One Lending

Kim Reding - Magnolia Realty

Mathnasium - Trophy Club

DATCU

Argyle Party & Gift

Northlake Papa Johns

Independent Financial

UNITS of Northwest DFW
BB Living Harvest
State Farm Insurance - Matt Friess

Bybee College Prep

G2 Painting and Roofing

Five Rings Financial

United Educators Association

Homework In A Cafe

BRONZE LEVEL
Irwin Construction
Alpha Women's Wellness

Dermatology Solutions

ATX Benjamin Realty Group

T&T Consolidated

Harvest Counseling & Wellness

Empower Chiropractic

All About Babies Argyle Birth Center, LLC

Branded

Dancan

Miranda Realty Team

Reading Ranch

Yard Card Queen

North Texas Adult & Child Counseling Center
Legacy Partners Insurance Agency, LLC - Jen De La Porte
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

NWC General Construction
Dawn Michelle Photography

Morton Buildings

Keller Williams Southlake - Susan Stillman

Challenge Island

Interested in becoming an Eagle Partner? Contact Laura.Truebenbach@argyleisd.com for more information!

Registration is open for the AYSA Basketball Season! The registration window is open through Nov. 1. CLICK HERE to get registered.

Argyle ISD is a fast-growth public school district in the Dallas-Fort Worth area with 6,000+ students and 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
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArgyleISD/
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