Argyle Weekly Newsletter
Argyle Week of October 14 , 2024 Schedule
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Crash the Class; Monday October 14, 2024 8:15am - 3pm
- Cross Country Game; Argyle MS @ Farquhar MS; Wednesday October 16, 2024
- Boys Softball Game; Argyle MS vs. Parkland MS; Wednesday October 16, 2024
- Professional Day for All Staff; No School for Students; Friday October 18, 2024
- Argyle MS Open House; Tuesday October 22, 2024 6pm - 7:30pm
- SGA Meetings; Wednesday October 23, 2024 3pm - 4:30pm
- SGA Meetings; Wednesday October 30, 2024 3pm - 4:30pm
- Grading & Planning for Teachers; No School for Students; Monday November 4, 2024
- General Election Day; Schools & Offices Closed; Tuesday November 5, 2024
Crash the Class
Join us On Monday, October 14, 2024, we will host Argyle’s annual Crash the Class event, offering caregivers a chance to experience our learning environment firsthand. During this event, caregivers will be observing the teaching and learning process. Please see the schedule:
🎉 Get Your Spirit On – Our PTSA Store is OPEN! 🎉
Ready to rock your school spirit? Our PTSA Spirit Wear store is officially OPEN, and it’s time to gear up! From cozy hoodies to snazzy tees, we’ve got everything you need to show off your school pride in style.
Check it out here: https://argyle-spirit-store.printify.me/products
SGA Meetings
AMS Fall Sports
Come out and support our Argyle Eagles.
Take a look at our Fall Sports Schedules!
Please Join the Athletics Remind Group if your student will be on a sports team this year to receive information about the athletic teams for 7th and 8th graders.
Remind Group: Argyle Athletics- Sports Teams
Code: @argyle25
For information on Argyle Fall Sports please contact the following people via email or on ParentVUE
Mrs. Rebekah Harrison, Athletics Coordinator: rebekah_r_harrison@mcpsmd.org
Mr. James Baxter, Cross Country Coach: james_s_baxter@mcpsmd.org
Mx. Aaryn Edge, Softball Coach: aaryn_edge@mcpsmd.org
Grade Level Messages 🔊
For ALL Students:
Counselors will partner with Health/PE teachers to provide the MCPS required Personal Body Safety Lessons (PBSL) to all students. Lessons will start on Monday, October 14th. The goal of these lessons are to define different types of abuse and identify warning signs. If you believe your student may need additional support through this lesson, please reach out to the appropriate grade level counselor
Students are beginning to set up their hydroponics in their science classes. We would love donations of empty 2-Liter Bottles!
Algebra 7: We have started working on solving inequalities and are working towards solving systems of linear inequalities. The MP1 District Assessment will be coming up in about two weeks. You will start seeing review packets coming home to help students review for this assessment.
Spanish Literacy and Spanish 2 classes are learning about the real meaning of the Hispanic Heritage celebration.
Students are growing their language skills in all classes where English is used. Students receiving English Language Development services are getting support with reading The Lightning Thief in 6th grade, One Last Word in 7th grade, and Summer of the Mariposas in 8th grade. Our World Language classes are taking off with building their foundational language skills for the rest of the year. Our Spanish classes have 6 possible levels this year, and one teacher per level; we also have one French teacher. Congrats to all our enrolled students on their way to getting a Seal of Biliteracy!
Holiday Giving Project
The Holiday Giving Project has provided Thanksgiving and December holiday assistance to qualifying households for over 30 years.
If you and your family are in need and would like to be referred for possible assistance for the holiday season, please complete this referral form to provide the required information. Resources are limited. Please apply only if you and your family are truly in need. While a referral is not a guarantee of assistance, the Project helps as many families in need as donations allow.
Please Fill out this form! (Click Here)
El Programa de Asistencia Festiva ha proporcionado asistencia durante los días de Acción de Gracias y festividades de Diciembre, a familias que califican, durante más de 30 años.
Si usted y su familia necesitan ayuda y les gustaría ser referidos para posiblemente recibir asistencia para la temporada festiva, por favor llene el siguiente formulario de referencia. Los recursos son limitados. Por favor aplique solamente si usted y su familia realmente lo necesitan. Aunque ser referido no es garantía de asistencia, el Programa ayudará a tantas familias con necesidad, como las donaciones lo permitan.
Middle School Night at Kennedy HS
Kennedy High School is hosting a Middle School Night for all 8th graders attending Kennedy HS next year on Thursday October 17, 2024 at 6:30pm. For any questions on this event, please contact the main office at Kennedy HS (240) 740 - 0100.
Family Food Market Days at Strathmore ES
Argyle families welcome! Family Market Days will take place at Strathmore ES.
See dates on flyer!
3200 Beaverwood Ln, Silver Spring, MD 20906
(about 5 minutes from Argyle MS)
Family Food Market Days at Kennedy HS
Argyle families welcome! Family Market Days will take place at Kennedy HS.
See dates on flyer!
1901 Randolph Rd, Wheaton, MD 20902
KID Museum Middle School Maker Night
Middle School Maker Night is on Friday, October 18 from 5-8 pm at our 3 Bethesda Metro Center location. Participants will take over the museum as they get to try activities such as screen printing, light painting and a variety of maker challenges using a wide array of tools and materials.
- Tickets are $10 per student but we also offer scholarships if cost is a barrier. Scholarship information is on our website.
- Pizza and drinks will be provided to everyone who attends.
- Students will need to provide their own transportation to the museum.
FAMILY RESOURCES
Student Attendance
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
Message from our Health Room
Parents and caregivers - Please send your students with a refillable, reusable water bottle every day. Hydration is an important part of learning and staying healthy. There are refilling stations throughout the school to ensure your student has access to water all day. Please ensure your student is eating breakfast and lunch whether it is a meal from our school cafeteria or a meal packed from home. Take a look at MCPS October 2024 breakfast and lunch menu by visiting the websites below:
English | español | français | 中文 | Portuguese | 한국어 | tiếng Việt | አማርኛ
Dismissal Policy
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.
Car Riders Expectations
We expect that families dropping off and picking up students will adhere to the same expectations. These expectations are:
- Follow directions from Argyle staff, including stopping when indicated
- Pull as far forward as possible so that cars can fill in along the drop off and pick up line next to the school grounds; do not stop in the middle of this space near the handicap parking spaces
- Be prepared to drop off and pick up so that cars can move quickly
- Do not use parking spaces for drop off or pick up at any time
- Stay in your vehicle at all times
- Students should only exit and enter their car from the side of the parking lot next to the school building; students should not cross through the parking lot
Drivers who consistently disregard these expectations may be asked not to use the drop off and pick up areas. We appreciate your support in keeping our parking lot safe at all times.
SchoolCash Online
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
SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION
Below are emails and phone numbers for the following departments:
Administration (240) 740-6370
School Principal - Mr. Allrich | James_K_Allrich@mcpsmd.org
Principal Intern/8th Grade Administrator - Ms. Lee | Edith_U_Lee@mcpsmd.org
7th Grade Administrator - Ms. Turner | Hannah_D_Turner@mcpsmd.org
6th Grade Administrator/ Magnet Coordinator: Ms. Chao | Cortney_E_Chao@mcpsmd.org
Main Office (240) 740-6370
Administrative Secretary - Ms. Chavarria | Johana_M_Chavarria@mcpsmd.org
Front Office Secretary - Ms. Molina | Karin_G_Molina@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 | Email: Matthew_J_Lilja@mcpsmd.org
Counseling Secretary/Registrar - Ms. Ramirez | Email: Araceli_P_Ramirez@mcpsmd.org
8th Grade Counselor - Ms. Andich | Email: Kristen_M_Brinker@mcpsmd.org
7th Grade Counselor - Ms. DeWItt | Email: Genevieve_A_Dewitt@mcpsmd.org
6th Grade Counselor - Ms. Ford | Email: Miyah_M_Ford@mcpsmd.org
Argyle Magnet Middle School
Website: www.argylems.org
Location: 2400 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD, USA
Phone: (240) 740-6370
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Argyle-Magnet-Middle-School-102726228178724/
Twitter: @ArgyleMagnetMS