

AMS Newsletter
April 24, 2025

Upcoming Events
Thursday, April 24
Soccer: Girls @ Home, Boys @ Hillwood MS, 5 pm
Saturday, April 26
UIL Academic Meet @ Coppell MS West
Monday, April 28
Algebra I EOC Exam
Wednesday, April 30
Wrestling, 5 pm
Thursday, May 1
Soccer: Boys @ Home, Girls @ Chisholm Trail MS
Vote Early in the 2025 Bond Election!
During Early Voting from April 22 to April 29, **voters can cast their ballots at **any Denton County polling location.
Early Voting Hours:
April 22 - 26 (Tues - Sat): 8:00 a.m. โ 5:00 p.m.
April 27 (Sun): 11:00 a.m. โ 5:00 p.m.
April 28 & 29 (Mon & Tues): 7:00 a.m. โ 7:00 p.m.
For your convenience, here are nearby locations within the Argyle ISD area:
Argyle Town Hall โ
308 Denton St. E., Argyle, TX 76226โโ
Denton Fire Station No. 7 โ
4201 Vintage Blvd., Denton, TX 76226โโ
Denton County Southwest Courthouse โ
6200 Canyon Falls Dr., Flower Mound, TX 76226โ
Northlake Town Hall โ
1500 Commons Cir. Ste. 300, Northlake, TX 76226โ
Algebra I EOC Exam Monday, April 28
Monday, 4/28, is the Algebra EOC Exam
- No visitors will be allowed on campus on testing days.
- Please avoid scheduling dentist and doctor appointments on testing days.
On STAAR testing days, classrooms will stay in testing mode until after lunch. To avoid disruptions, early checkouts are strongly discouraged.
On testing days students who are testing SHOULD Bring:
CHARGED Chromebook
Chromebook Charger
Books to Read (Variety so you have something you are in the mood to read)
Snacks in bags that donโt make a lot of noise
Water in a closable bottle
Tissues if youโre stuffy
Peppermints if you have a cough
Graphing calculator if are taking an 8th grade math test or higher
Hoodie or Jacket in case testing room is cold
8th Grade Science Guest Speaker, Monday May 5
If you do not wish for your child to attend the presentation on digital forensics please complete this form.
Argyle ISD Summer Camps Now Open for Registration
Summer is just around the corner, and Argyle ISD is excited to offer a wide range of camps to keep students active, engaged, and learning. From athletic programs that build skills and teamwork to academic camps that challenge the mind, thereโs something for every student.
Camps are open to various grade levels and are led by Argyle ISD teachers and coaches. Spots fill quicklyโdonโt miss the chance to give your student a fun, enriching summer experience right here in Argyle.
๐ View available camps and register now on our Summer Camps page.
Summer Reading for Incoming 7th and 8th Graders
AMS 2025 Fall Musical
AMS Theatre is excited to announce their fall musical for next year- Spongebob, the Musical: Youth Edition. Spongebob, the Musical is an all-new, original story featuring the beloved characters from the hit Nickelodeon series in a completely new adventure, featuring original music from award-winning musicians ranging from Aerosmith and Cindy Lauper to The Plain White Tees and Panic at the Disco! The original Broadway musical received 12 Tony nominations in 2018, including Best Musical, Best Score, and winning for Scenic Design.
Audition information for the AMS production will be posted on the AMS Theatre website by June 1st, and auditions will be held during the last week of August. The musical is open to all AMS students.
Follow Dr.Carpenter on Facebook & Instagram!
Guess who's on Facebook and Instagram? Be sure to follow Superintendent Dr. Courtney Carpenter on social media! Sheโs recently joined both platforms and looks forward to connecting with you. Stay updated as she shares all the amazing things happening in Argyle ISD!
Shoot for the Stars Basketball Tournament
3rd Annual Beach Volleyball Tournament on Friday, May 9th
Get ready to compete Under the Lights at the 3rd Annual AVB Beach Tournament on May 9, 2025, at The Strand!
MS Division: 5:00 p.m. start
HS & Above Division: 7:00 p.m. start
Location: 150 Continental Drive, Lewisville, TX 75067
Cost: $35 per person (includes hat with registration)
Registration Deadline: May 2
Register your team now: Sign Up Here
For questions, contact Katelyn Johnson at katelyn.johnson@argyleisd.com.
2nd Annual Band on the Run
GET READY for the Argyle ISD Band 2nd annual 'Band on the Run' event on Saturday, May 10, 2025!
Bring the entire family, your friends, and colleagues for a fun-filled musical morning! This is a community event open to all runners and non-runners, so we hope to see you on race day!
What's Included:
5K: Cotton T-shirt, timing chip on bib, finishing medal
- 10K: Cotton T-shirt, timing chip on bib, finishers medal
- 1K Fun Run: Cotton T-shirt, bib, finishing medal
- Volunteers: Awesome volunteer technical t-shirt, donuts & coffee the morning of and snacks & drinks during the event!
Event attractions include:
- 5K, 10K courses and a 1K fun run
- On-site medical staff and local police presence to ensure the health and safety of the runners and spectators.
- Live music and entertainment!
- Multiple food and product vendors.
- FREE Kids Entertainment!
- Raffle Prices: 1 free entry with each race entry. Additional entries are available for purchase!
- And much more!!!
Argyle ISD Rangers Night
Go Rangers! โพ๐
Celebrate the Rangers Opening Series by securing your tickets for Argyle ISD Night at the Ballpark on Wednesday, May 28! First pitch is at 7:05 PM and you donโt want to miss out on discounted pricing and a commemorative Texas Rangers x Argyle ISD baseball cap.
Click here for ticket information.
Tickets will sell out, so grab yours today and join us for a fun night of baseball and Argyle spirit! โค๏ธ๐ฆ ๐
AMS Attendance
About AMS
Principal - Dona Lumsden - dona.lumsden@argyleisd.com
Assistant Principal (8th Grade) - Coby Pelt - coby.pelt@argyleisd.com
Assistant Principal (7th Grade) - Heather Van Noy - heather.vannoy@argyleisd.com
Counselor (8th Grade) - Jessica Wade - jessica.wade@argyleisd.com
Counselor (7th Grade) - Tara Furr - tara.furr@argyleisd.com
Nurse - Denise King - denise.king@argyleisd.com
Administrative Assistant - Christy King - christy.king@argyleisd.com
Registrar - June Splain - june.splain@argyleisd.com
Attendance - M'Lissa Kiser - m'lissa.kiser@argyleisd.com
Receptionist - Mary Kay Dagg - marykay.dagg@argyleisd.com