Argyle ISD School Board Briefs

Last night, Argyle ISD held its monthly regular board 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.

We began our evening with a special dedication ceremony to honor the naming of the Argyle ISD Dr. Telena L. Wright Administration Building. Dr. Wright served as the Argyle ISD Superintendent for over 15 years and led the district through its transition into becoming one of the most successful and recognized districts in the state. We are thankful for her many years of dedication to Argyle ISD.

Beginning at 7:00 p.m., our Board of Trustees conducted the open portion of the regularly scheduled monthly board meeting. A quorum was established by President Sam Slaton. We began our meeting with a group of special guests from Hilltop Elementary as they led us in our Pledges to the Flags and Moment of Silence. We loved having our Eagles join us!

During the Consent portion of the Board Agenda, the Board approved a series of items related to finance & operations. A full list of consent items can be viewed in the released agenda.

During the Reports portion of the Board Agenda, the Board received updates on the construction of Elementary School #4 and the Superintendent’s Report. Additionally, the Fall demographic report was presented by Zonda Demographics and the administration provided a semi-annual report on the 10-year growth plan. All presentations may be viewed in the released agenda.

During the Information portion of the Board Agenda, the Board was presented with a series of items to discuss and consider. No action was taken on these agenda items.

1. Elementary Zoning for 2024-2025

2. Elementary School #4 Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment

3. Fiber to New School Sites

4. Naming Nominations for Elementary School #4
   
   

Please see the cover sheets in the released agenda for more detailed information on these items.

Finally, during the Discussion and Action portion of the Board Agenda, the Board approved the following:

1. To Create the Position of Principal for Elementary School #4

2. Resolution Regarding Chaplains Senate Bill 763

3. Campus and District Improvement Plans

4. Resolution for Good Cause House Bill 3

5. Candidate for the 2024 Denton County Appraisal District Board of Directors

Additionally, the Board of Trustees voted to authorize the Superintendent to search for and begin preliminary negotiations on potential land purchases situated within Argyle ISD.

If you could not join us online or in person, you may view a recording of the board meeting here.

We are excited to celebrate our fall semester student recognitions at a Special School Board Meeting on December 13, 2023 beginning at 6:00 p.m. This special meeting will be focused on regional, state, and national student recognitions from various school-sponsored groups and be held at the AHS Auditorium. Coaches and directors will be communicating with all students that are being recognized. It is open to the public and we would love to see you there!

Our next regular board meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2023. The open portion of the meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. Should you have any questions regarding any portion of the board meeting, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

#TogetherWeSoar,

Argyle ISD is a fast-growth public school district in the Dallas-Fort Worth area with 5,300+ students and nearly 700 employees. The District includes six campuses. Argyle ISD is a 13-time UIL Lone Star Cup Champion.

Website: argyleisd.com
Location: 6701 Canyon Falls Dr., Flower Mound, Texas 76226
Phone: (940) 464-7241
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArgyleISD/
Twitter: @argyleisd
Instagram: @argyleisd

Flickr Photos: Argyle Eagles