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It’s North Texas Giving Day!
Today is the day we come together to support our community and make a difference! Our teachers have gone above and beyond for our kids, shaping the future every day with their hard work, dedication, and love. They pour their hearts into educating our children, and now it’s time for us to give back.
By donating today, you’re not just supporting AEF—you’re helping to reward our amazing teachers with the bonuses they deserve. Every donation counts, and together, we can show our educators how much we value their commitment!
CLICK HERE to donate.
Don’t forget, all families or businesses who donate $100 or more through North Texas Giving Day will be entered into a drawing to win two 2025 AEF Gala tickets!
Let’s give back to those who give us so much. Thank you for supporting our teachers and making a real difference in our community!
We are making final preparations for a special night in Argyle ISD! The District is hosting a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Jane Ruestmann Elementary campus on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Make plans to attend!!
All JRE families and the entire Argyle ISD community are invited to attend the event, which will include student-led 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 ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved calling a School Funding Referendum for November 5.
How do you find out more as an Argyle ISD family or community member? The District has scheduled multiple opportunities to learn more about the School Funding Referendum and ask questions. These will be held at campuses, community common areas and at local coffee establishments.
Please see the schedule below...
- Wednesday, Oct. 2 - Argyle West Elementary Cafeteria - 6:30 p.m.
- Friday, Oct. 4 - Canyon Falls Coffee Talk with Dr. Carpenter at Canyon Falls Clubhouse - 9:30 a.m. (please RSVP to communications@argyleisd.com)
- Tuesday, Oct. 8 - Harvest Hall - 6:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, Oct. 9 - AHS Auditorium - 6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 10 - Marty B's Ice Cream (Coffee w/Dr. Carpenter) - 9:30 a.m. (RSVP event)
- Thursday, Oct. 10 - AMS Auditorium - 6 p.m.
- Tuesday, Oct. 15 - Uncle Mike's Bistro (Coffee w/Dr. Carpenter) - 9:30 a.m. (RSVP event)
- Tuesday, Oct. 17 - Harvest House (Coffee w/Dr. Carpenter) - 9:30 a.m. (RSVP event)
What will happen to the tax rate?
With voter approval, this referendum will increase the M&O tax rate by $0.077. Property owners 65 and older with a homestead tax ceiling would experience no change to their taxes as a result of the election.
How would the additional VATRE funds be used?
- Teacher and staff pay raises
- Classroom instructional support positions
- Maintain classroom ratios in future years
CLICK HERE to read more about the funding referendum.
CLICK HERE to read FAQs related to the funding referendum.
A huge shoutout to our AMAZING maintenance team for everything they do to keep our district running smoothly. They went above and beyond, especially during the Homecoming Festivities a few weeks ago, and we couldn’t appreciate them more!
A big thank you also goes to our Eagle Partner, Chick-fil-A Argyle, for generously providing a year’s supply of chicken sandwiches that we were able to gift this hardworking team in recognition of their dedication. We are so grateful for you all!
Monday night, Argyle ISD held its monthly regular board meeting. The AISD School Board met at 5:00 p.m. for an executive session prior to the open meeting. We are providing you with School Board Briefs and hope this valuable information on agenda and action items helps you to be a well-informed Argyle ISD community member.
Our Board of Trustees conducted the open portion of the regularly scheduled monthly board meeting at 6:00 p.m. President Sam Slaton established a quorum and students from Jane Ruestmann Elementary led us in our Pledges to the Flags. Trustee Craig Hawkesworth conducted the Opening Prayer.
During recognitions, Argyle Education Foundation presented its report and donated $87,000 to AISD. We are so grateful for our continued partnership with AEF and the support they provide our district.
CLICK HERE to read the rest of Board Briefs.
The Argyle High School Theatre Department presents Camp Half-Blood Day Camp. The camp will be held at the AHS Auditorium and is $35. It will be held on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
CLICK HERE to sign up today!
Do you know a SOARING STAR that's making a difference? Bus Driver Mr. Dale (pictured) was one of last year's winners and several nominations came from students and parents who are on his route.
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.
Nominate an Eagle today! #TogetherWeSoar
Argyle Cheer invites all Eagle fans and the community to join hands in support of breast cancer research in October. This year's design was created to wear to all events district-wide from volleyball to AMS pep rally and PINK OUT NIGHT at the Oct. 11 Argyle football game. Argyle Cheer will donate 10% of all shirt sales directly to Susan B. Komen at the close of the project.
DEADLINE IS SEPT. 22 TO ORDER!
Presale - Through Sept. 22
Delivery - Oct. 5-7
CLICK HERE to purchase.
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
The Argyle Lady Eagle volleyball team had a big win Tuesday at home vs. Grapevine. Argyle swept Grapevine 3-0 and senior Piper Mickenheim set an outstanding personal milestone in the victory! Piper recorded her 2,000th career dig! Congratulations on this awesome career achievement.
Argyle (24-4) returns to action on Friday when it plays on the road in a big battle against Colleyville Heritage. The Lady Panthers knocked Argyle out of the playoffs last year in the Region I final to reach the state tournament.
The Argyle Eagle football team is off this week. Argyle returns to action next Friday and will host Colleyville Heritage at 7 p.m. in a district showdown. Colleyville Heritage knocked the Eagles out of the Class 5A Division II playoffs last season.
Argyle is coming off a dramatic comeback win last week at Mansfield Timberview in the district opener. The Eagles rallied with 14 points in the final three minutes to win 24-14. The Eagles are 2-1 overall and 1-0 in district play.
Next week expects to be a large crowd for this matchup of two teams expected to battle for the district title. The district will share ticket information early next week.
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.
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