Argyle Weekly Newsletter

• SGA Meeting: Wednesday October 21, 2026 3pm - 4:30pm
• Hearing & Vision Testing: Thursday Oct 29, Friday Oct. 30, 2026 & Thursday Nov 4, 2026
• Non-Instructional Day (No School Students): Monday November 2, 2026
• Election Day; Schools & Offices Closed: Tuesday November 3, 2026
• 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

Argyle students, let’s stand together for kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and taking a stand against bullying! Although orange is the traditional color of National Unity Day, Argyle will show our unity by wearing PURPLE!

Be sure to wear purple on October 21 to show your support and help spread kindness throughout our school community!

Each year all MCPS students must complete the required Student Expectations Training (just like the teachers!). Students began these training modules two weeks ago as part of our Wellness Wednesday initiative but many have not finished. There are three parts and students must complete three parts to earn 3 Student Service Learning hours. They can do it at home via mymcps classroom! We are just about half way there, 50% completion.

Please continue to encourage your child to complete their module!

Vision and hearing screenings will take place at Argyle on October 29, October 30, and November 4. To read the full information and important details, click here--> Message

Los exámenes de la vista y audición se realizarán en Argyle los días 29 y 30 de octubre y 4 de noviembre. Para leer toda la información y los detalles importantes, haga clic aqui --> Mensaje

Please take a moment to read below for more information on how our PBIS system is used throughout the year and how it supports our students at Argyle!

Click the link SY27 Argyle Afterschool Clubs for Families to learn more about our afterschool clubs. If you have questions about a specific club, please contact the club sponsor listed on the corresponding slide or flyer. We encourage families to explore the opportunities available to our students! Please take the moment to review our afterschool bus routes.

SY27 Argyle Afterschool Clubs for Families

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

Promoting a safe school environment, anti-bullying,

& awareness & respect for LGBTQ+ students & allies.

STUDENTS! In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the SGA invites you to join us for a special workshop where you’ll learn about the famous artist Pablo Picasso and his unique style of art. Join us on Wednesday, October 28th, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM in Room 202 to create your own colorful artwork inspired by Picasso. Come have fun, get creative, and earn SSL hours!

The SGA Fall election is around the corner to vote for your remaining SGA officers on Tuesday, October 20th during Advisory. Find out who is running to represent you this school year by watching their "Meet the Candidate" video to make an informed decision on who to best vote for on October 20th.

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.

First Day of EBB: Monday September 28, 2026

Applications for Excel Beyond the Bell (EBB), an after-school program at Argyle Middle School are now available, please see application. EBB Application

Click here: EBB Application

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

Innovative Minds 1: Students will use the engineering design process to design and build a catapult that can launch a small object. They will test their catapults, measure how far the objects travel, and make changes to improve their designs. Students will use problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork to explain how their design choices affect the catapult’s performance.

Ask: Can you explain each step of the engineering design process? What are examples of each step?

Advanced Programming & Game Design 7: Students are working on creating a “Mario”- type platformer game using the computational thinking and event handler concepts they have learned in class.

Cyber 7: Students are exploring password attacks, hashing, malware, system protection, virtualization, and command-line tools. Students are practicing how to identify cyber threats, analyze evidence, and recommend appropriate defenses.

Advanced Programming & Game Design II: Students are studying video games as literary works, examining how video games contain the same literary elements as books, movies, and TV shows.

Foundations of Computer Science (FOCS): Students are learning how their actions online create their permanent electronic record and how Right to be Forgotten laws are designed to modify that permanent electronic record.

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.

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