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SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
🥳 ARGYLE'S NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS! 📚
Argyle ISD is proud to announce that two outstanding Argyle High School seniors have been named National Merit Semifinalists!
Nuojuan Jin and Saathvik Pakhala are this year’s AHS students being recognized for this national achievement by the National Merit Scholarship Program. Campus and district staff surprised both students in their classrooms on Wednesday!
“We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate this outstanding accomplishment,” Argyle High School Principal Dona Lumsden said. “Being named a National Merit Semifinalist is a tremendous honor and reflects the dedication and determination these students have shown throughout their academic careers. We are proud of what they have accomplished and look forward to seeing where their talents and ambitions take them next.”
These academically talented students are among approximately 16,000 Semifinalists nationwide recognized for their exceptional performance on the 2025 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®).
CLICK HERE to read more!
🎪 HOMECOMING Parade & Carnival - SEPT. 23!! 🚗
Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 23, at Argyle High School in Canyon Falls for the 2026 Homecoming Parade & Carnival!
IMPORTANT PARADE CHANGE: This year, floats will be limited to Argyle ISD high school, middle school, and district-level groups. Elementary student groups, community organizations, and businesses can still join the parade as walking groups.
As our Homecoming celebration continues to grow, we want to ensure it remains safe, welcoming, and fun for everyone. This change will give our walkers, families, and spectators more room to enjoy the parade while keeping the Homecoming tradition we all love going strong!
Sign up and join the fun!
PARTICIPATE IN THE PARADE: https://forms.gle/DoEVLjDxk4LL435V6
HOST A CARNIVAL BOOTH: https://forms.gle/WWe7ZuMG6Tj7rzwCA
District Recognizes First Responders on 9/11
On September 11, we pause to remember the lives lost and the heroes who stepped forward with courage and compassion on one of the darkest days in our nation’s history. This year marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
As we honor Texas First Responders Day, we are especially grateful for the brave men and women who serve our communities every day—police officers, firefighters, paramedics, emergency medical professionals and others who run toward danger to protect and care for others.
Join Us! School Board Community Listening Circles
As Argyle ISD grows, staying connected with our community becomes even more important.
This year, our Board of Trustees will begin hosting COMMUNITY LISTENING CIRCLES designed to create additional opportunities for Trustees to hear directly from parents, staff, and community members.
Our first Community Listening Circle will be held on SEPT. 30 at Jane Ruestmann Elementary School. We will be in the library beginning at 5 p.m. The event will be held in the library.
All Argyle ISD parents and community members are invited to attend.
🏫 Jane Ruestmann Elementary - 6610 Cleveland Gibbs Rd., Northlake
📅 Wednesday, Sept. 30
⏰ 5 p.m.
🤩 Who's the Next Soaring Star in Argyle ISD?
Now is the time to nominate a SOARING STAR!
Each month, Argyle ISD celebrates an outstanding teacher or staff member who exemplifies what it means to be an AISD Soaring Star and makes a meaningful impact on the lives of our students, staff and community.
The SOARING STAR AWARD recipient will receive a $100 gift card, generously sponsored by our district Soaring Partners, along with the recognition they deserve for helping make Argyle ISD an exceptional place to learn, work and grow.
Who Can Nominate?
Anyone can nominate an Argyle ISD teacher or staff member, including:
- 👏 Fellow staff members
- 🎓 Students
- 💙 Parents
- 🦅 Community members
CLICK HERE to nominate a Soaring Star!
When submitting your nomination, please share a detailed description of how your nominee demonstrates Argyle ISD’s Core Values:
🦅 Grit & Resilience
🦅 Integrity
🦅 Collaboration & Teamwork
🦅 Community Engagement & Civic Responsibility
🦅 Effective Communication
🦅 Accountability & Ownership
🎨 Talons & Touchdowns Elementary Art Contest!
Get ready to show off your team spirit and creativity! The Argyle ISD Football Art Contest is officially kicking off and we want you to design the ultimate football masterpiece!
Three winners will be announced at the Oct. 23 Argyle Eagle football game. Let your creativity fly for Friday night!
The elementary art teachers will be sharing more information with students very soon!
📅 Special Thanks to The Real Estate Station!
Special thanks to Soaring Partner The Real Estate Station for again sponsoring this year's Argyle ISD School Calendar. These are available at all the campuses and we also have a limited supply of magnetic calendars available at the Argyle ISD Administration Building, located at 6701 Canyon Falls Dr. in Canyon Falls.
We appreciate the long-standing partnership with The Real Estate Station and its commitment to supporting the teachers and staff of Argyle ISD!
CLICK HERE to view the printable calendar!
🚗 Grandparents' Day Parade Schedules!
One of the biggest events on the elementary campuses is coming soon! They will be celebrating their grandparents with the Grandparents' Parades. The tradition started in 2020 and has been one of the most beloved events on the campuses. Grandparents have decorated cars, motorcycles and golf carts to surprise their grandchildren!
Here is the list of dates/times for the parades...
SEPT. 11
- Argyle South Elementary - 7:45-8:45 a.m.
- Hilltop Elementary - 8 a.m. (A-L); 9 a.m. (M-Z)
SEPT. 18
- Argyle West Elementary - 8-9 a.m.
- Jane Ruestmann Elementary - 8-9 a.m.
AHS Senior Ads Class of 2027!
It's time to place your Senior Ad order for the Argyle Athletic Booster Club’s Special Edition GAMEDAY program for the Senior Night home game on Friday, Oct. 23!
These will be our only PRINTED GAMEDAY programs for 2026-2027 and make wonderful souvenirs for ALL Senior Sports Athletes, parents, & families!
Please contact Shelli Stone ~ shelli@shoutoutpromotions.com to reserve your ad space TODAY! Deadline for ad commitments and photo submissions is Wednesday, Sept. 30!
👕 New Atown Apparel Items!
Get your Argyle ISD merch at upcoming games! The Atown Apparel Spirit Trailer will be available at Argyle ISD Stadium, Argyle Middle School and Scott Gibson Middle School on game nights with new items!
AHS Cheerleading Presents Pink Out 2026
Let's Pink Out Argyle & Unite for a Cure!
Argyle High School Cheerleading is hosting a presale from Sept. 3 to Sept. 15 at midnight. Delivery is expected the week of Sept. 28.
Local Pick Up, Nationwide Shipping, and AISD Staff Campus Delivery options are available.
🚙 Argyle Education Foundation: Wings & Wheels Car Drawing
The Argyle Education Foundation is excited to officially kick off our 2026–2027 Wings & Wheels Car Drawing, presented in partnership with Clay Cooley Ford!
Tickets are $100 per entry (no purchase limit)
Drawing Date: April 24, 2027
Proceeds benefit the Argyle Education Foundation and help us continue supporting students and teachers throughout Argyle ISD. Want to learn more about Wings & Wheels details and how to participate?
Visit our website for more information:
🦅 Eagles Return Home To Face Las Vegas Team
The Argyle Eagles football team earned its first win of the season last week on the road at Terrell 55-27!
The Eagles moved to 1-1 and return home this week for another non-district matchup with a team from out of state. Argyle faces Somerset Academy out of North Las Vegas (NV). Somerset is 1-3 on the season and coming off a 49-7 loss.
Argyle (1-1) vs. Somerset Academy (1-3)
Tickets - https://www.argyleisdsports.com/httickets
Kickoff - 7 p.m.
Site - Argyle ISD Stadium
AABC Radio Broadcast - youtube.com/live/BkvF2dh0wOg?si=JVqgz3tLlQt_2OYI
Talon News Video Broadcast - https://www.youtube.com/@TheTalonNews/streams
Photo courtesy: Patrick Green
🏐 Lady Eagle Volleyball Opens District with Sweep!
The Argyle Lady Eagles started district play in impressive fashion on the road. Argyle swept Saginaw 3-0 and return to action tonight when they host Fossil Ridge. Tonight is Sawyer Camillo Night at the AHS Arena as the program celebrates her life and legacy. The varsity match starts at 6 p.m.
The Lady Eagles are 23-5 overall and coming off a great performance at the KSA Invitation in Orlando last week. Argyle went 6-1 and defeated Boca Raton in the final match!
Support AISD Teachers! Become A Soaring Partner Today!
The Soaring Partners Program is an incredible opportunity to connect with the Argyle ISD community while directly supporting our teachers and staff.
This program allows local business owners to contribute funds that go right back into our schools, making a real impact where it matters most. In return, Soaring Partners receive a variety of promotional benefits, including the exclusive opportunity for advertising and recognition throughout the district.
Click here to review our program levels.
Argyle ISD's Soaring Partners Program!
PLATINUM LEVEL
GOLD LEVEL
Kumon Math & Reading Center of Northlake
SILVER LEVEL
South State Independent Financial
BB Living Harvest
State Farm Insurance - Matt Friess
North Texas Allergy & Asthma Center
All About Babies Argyle Birth Center, LLC
BRONZE LEVEL
Legacy Partners Insurance Agency, LLC - Jen De La Porte
North Texas Adult & Child Counseling Center
Keller Williams Southlake - Susan Stillman
Yard Card Queen
G2 Painting and Roofing
Edward Jones - Peter Tilton
🏀 AYSA Basketball Registration Open
Regular AYSA basketball registration runs September 1–30. Open to boys and girls in grades Kindergarten–6th grade. Games begin in December and run through February at Argyle ISD gyms.
Register here: https://argyleyouthsports.sportngin.com/register/form/108651248
More info: https://www.argyleyouthsports.com/basketball
Questions: aysabasketball@gmail.com
Argyle Independent School District
Argyle ISD is a fast-growth public school district in the Dallas-Fort Worth area with 6,700 students and 750+ employees. The District includes seven campuses. Argyle ISD is a 13-time UIL Lone Star Cup Champion. News From the Nest 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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Flickr Photos: Argyle Eagles