EAGLE EXTRA!
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The Argyle ISD Homecoming festivities were a huge success, with perfect weather and huge community support. Despite a brief rain delay, the parade kicked off with great energy, featuring Argyle Youth Football, Cheerleaders, and Talonettes, led by the Eagle Marching Band, Varsity Cheerleaders, and Majestics.
Special thanks to Argyle ISD Police and ESD #1 for helping lead the carnival!
The Community Carnival followed, with AHS student groups and athletes hosting booths for carnival games, alongside our Eagle Partners and local businesses. It was a night full of spirit, pride, and community connection!
The Argyle Eagles Varsity Football team faces off against Midlothian Heritage tonight at Eagle Stadium for the Homecoming game. Catch the Argyle Eagle Marching Band's performance at 6:30 PM before kickoff at 7:00 PM. Don't miss out on the action—see you there, Eagles! 🦅
CLICK HERE to view PHOTOS on Facebook!
The Argyle ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved calling a School Funding Referendum for November 5 during the Monday, Aug. 19 regular Board meeting.
If approved, the AISD’s School Funding Referendum would generate approximately $2.5 million to address budget priorities including teacher and staff pay raises, providing campus support positions, and addressing increasing class sizes for the future. This referendum includes a 7.7-cent tax increase to the Maintenance & Operations (M&O) tax rate.
VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE - OCTOBER 7 - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
The M&O rate funds school district operations, instruction, staff, transportation, maintenance, and daily operating expenses. In contrast, the Interest & Sinking (I&S) fund, representing the other part of the district’s annual budget, is financed through bonds. Bond funds from the I&S budget cannot be used for operational costs such as teacher raises, rising utilities, increasing insurance costs, or other day-to-day expenses.
CLICK HERE to read more about the funding referendum.
CLICK HERE to read FAQs related to the funding referendum.
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
Argyle ISD is excited to launch a Community Committee Interest form!
The District has multiple opportunities for our families and community members to serve on various campus or district committees. We are blessed to have an engaged community and we look forward to forging many new connections.
Signing up on the interest form will not guarantee committee membership, but it will allow the district to select from a community group of individuals who are interested in serving as the needs arise. We are grateful for your partnership! Please sign up by Sept. 13.
- CLICK HERE to visit the District Committees webpage to learn about the committees available.
- CLICK HERE to submit your information.
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 hosting a dedication ceremony for the new Jane Ruestmann Elementary campus on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. All JRE families and the entire Argyle ISD community are invited to attend the event, which will include campus tours and the official ribbon-cutting for the new campus. JRE is the fourth elementary school in Argyle ISD.
The event will include a special recognition for Jane Ruestmann, a beloved former Argyle ISD elementary art teacher who taught for more than 40 years.
The Argyle Education Foundation has a new mission: to raise funds directly supporting year-end bonuses for our hardworking teachers. Teachers are the heart of our educational community, and they deserve our unwavering support, especially during these uncertain times.
How can I get involved? Here's 3 ways you can help!
Make a donation to AEF! Did you know that if every student in the district made a $100 donation that AEF would be able to give over $1,000 to every teacher, counselor and nurse in the district?
Support an event! The AEF fall Cornhole fundraiser is coming up on November 10! Join us as a sponsor or grab a group of friends and create a team!
Spread the word! Great news travels fast, so help us share our new mission so we can make an impact for our teachers!
To make a donation or to learn more about AEF, please visit our website: https://supportargyleisd.org
Eagle Football comes home!
The Eagles fly into Eagle Stadium for their home opener Friday night vs. Midlothian Heritage on Homecoming Night! Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.
Argyle (0-1) will look to rebound following a season-opening 24-17 loss last week at Frisco Lone Star. Midlothian Heritage will also be searching for its first win after falling 38-3 last week at Stephenville.
EAGLE GAMEDAY GUIDE - https://secure.smore.com/n/6kqr5-eagle-gameday-guide
TICKETS: $7 adults; $7 students - https://www.argyleeaglessports.com/HTtickets
GAME TIME: 7 PM
LOCATION: Eagle Stadium
ARGYLE EAGLE BOOSTER CLUB BROADCAST: https://www.meridix.com/event/253124
VIDEO LIVE STREAM: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheTalonNews
PHOTO CREDIT: Steve Wohnoutka
Argyle Independent School District
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.
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Location: 6701 Canyon Falls Dr., Flower Mound, Texas 76226
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