Argyle Weekly Newsletter
THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 24
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Professional Day for Teachers; No School for Students: Monday, October 24, 2022
- Professional Day for Teachers; No School for Students: Monday, November 7, 2022
- End of Quarter 1: Monday, November 7
- Election Day - Schools & Office Closed: Tuesday, November 8, 2022
- Parent-Teacher Conferences: Monday, November 21, 2022
- Early Release Days: Monday, November 21, 2022 & Tuesday, November 22, 2022
- Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 23, 2022 - Friday, November 25, 2022
PLEASE CLAIM LOST & FOUND ITEMS BY FRIDAY, November 4th IN THE MAIN OFFICE
8th Grade Students Address Change
The high school choice process is underway, and we want to ensure your student can successfully pick their high school for next year. If you have moved it’s important that you update that information so that your student can access their high school choice form. If you have had a change in address, please contact our Counseling Secretary, Ms. Pineda, at 240-740-6380 or by email at Marlene_C_Pineda@mcpsmd.org. You can also find her information on the staff directory.
Thank you in advance!
High School Presentation
The following high schools have been scheduled to come to Argyle to present to our 8th-grade students. Please have your student check in with Ms. Daniels for a pass.
10/26/22- Kennedy HS
Presenting: Kofi Frempong, Leadership Training Institute Coordinator
Location and Time: Media Center, 1:30-2:15
Invited: Any student interested
*Students can see Ms. Daniels for a pass*
Thank you!
Argyle Extra Curricular Activities 2022-2023
Argyle Athletics Winter Basketball
Our Winter Athletic Season is fast approaching! Here are some important dates and information if your student is interested in playing basketball this year:
- Registration will be available in ParentVue from October 31, 2022 - December 5, 2022
- In addition to their registration, your student will need a valid Physical in order to participate. Physicals can be uploaded during the registration process or emailed to Jenna Marshall (jennifer_m_marshall@mcpsmd.org)
- Unfortunately, we do not have access to any physicals from last year - if you turned in a physical last year, we ask that you submit a copy of it again this year!
- There will be an interest meeting for any interested students and families on Thursday, December 1, 2022, in the Cafeteria (Zoom link and recording will also be made available)
- Tryouts are December 6-8, 2022.
For additional dates, times, and coach contact information please check out our Season Calendar
Upcoming Cross Country Games
- Tuesday, October 25th at 3:15 pm - Argyle @ Farquhar
- Tuesday, November 1st at 3:30 - Forest Oak at Argyle
Upcoming Boys Softball Games
- Tuesday, November 1st at 3:30 - Argyle @ Forrest Oak
- Wednesday, November 2 at 3:30 - Montgomery Village @ Argyle
Attendees of any MCPS Athletic Event
All spectators for any MCPS Athletic event are reminded of the expectation to ACT RESPECTFULLY.
Every one of us represents our school and all of Montgomery County Public Schools and we ask that you reflect on the following statement.
The core values of the MCPS athletics program teach and reinforce respect and sportsmanship, academic excellence, integrity and character, spirited and safe competition, and equity and access. It is vital that spectators support these values by showing appropriate behavior at athletic events by following these simple guidelines.
Applaud all student-athletes for their efforts.
Accept the decisions of officials and coaches.
Appreciate all participants for their commitment.
Support school personnel in conducting a spirited and safe contest.
Maintain composure when something seems to go against your team.
Respect the rights of other spectators.
Reward sportsmanlike behavior through cheering.
Focus attention on the positive aspects of competition.
Encourage student-athletes by showing enthusiasm and positive recognition. and…
Demonstrate concern for the safety and welfare of student-athletes and each other
We all are winners when we demonstrate respect for ourselves and our school.
SGA Meetings
The SGA invites ALL students to attend our October 12th and October 26th meetings, after-school in room 206. Students, you want to make things happen at Argyle? Then be sure to attend an SGA meeting so your voices and ideas can be heard.
SSL Hours
Please have students submit their SSL hours from this summer. Any SSL hours earned after June 1st, 2022, should be turned into the counseling office. We encourage families to submit SSL paperwork on a rolling basis of September 23rd, 1/6/23, and 6/2/23. For more SSL information, parents can view the counseling website, Linked Here.
FAMILY RESOURCES
The 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)
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El Holiday Giving Project ha brindado asistencia para el Día de Acción de Gracias y los días festivos de diciembre a los hogares que califican durante más de 30 años.
Si usted y su familia están en necesidad y les gustaría ser referidos para una posible asistencia durante la temporada navideña, complete este formulario de referencia para proporcionar la información requerida. Los recursos son limitados: solicite solo si usted y su familia realmente lo necesitan. Si bien una referencia no es una garantía de asistencia, el Proyecto ayuda a tantas familias necesitadas como lo permitan las donaciones.
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 contact Argyle's attendance secretary Ms. Patricia Hernandez at patricia_v_hernandez@mcpsmd.org
Manna Food Center Distribution
SNAP Application Process
COVID-19 Vaccination
Weekend school-based vaccination clinics focusing on COVID-19 vaccine for infants and younger children now include COVID-19 vaccines for other age groups. Afterschool on-site vaccine clinics will resume the week of September 5th with a focus on Title One schools.
The school will also offer at-home Rapid tests for both students and staff.
ONLINE FARMS APPS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!
www.MySchoolApps.com is NOW OPEN for parents to complete and submit the 2022–2023 Online Application for Free and Reduced-Price Meals!
FAMILIES CAN APPLY NOW & AVOID LONGER PROCESSING TIMES IN THE FALL!
REMINDERS FOR SCHOOLS:
- Please immediately discard all application forms from previous years. As federal government information on the application changes every year, only the 2022–2023 applications may be used.
- The online application should be encouraged as the primary method to apply for FARMS. Households that complete an online application DO NOT need to submit a paper application. A small supply of 2022–2023 paper application forms in English and Spanish will be distributed to all MCPS Schools close to the first day of school. Paper applications should only be distributed to parents/guardians who request a paper application.
- Translations in other languages are available through the online application.
- How-to videos for the online FARMS application in English and Spanish are below and may be shared with families who need assistance
Spanish Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsdCrtCIFJc&t=4s
English Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJUapGLarBo
SchoolCash Online
Dear Parent/Guardian,
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!
Powered by KEV Group, SchoolCash Online is the industry leader in the management of school fees. 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
low-cost internet access
Please visit Montgomery County - Low-Cost Internet for more information!
Parent Teacher Student Association
PTSA What's App Discussion Boards
Join by clicking below ...
English (ArgylePTSA.en) - What's App Link
Spanish (ArgylePTSA.sp) - What's App Link
Vietnamese (ArgylePTSA.vi) - What's App Link
Portuguese (ArgylePTSA.pt) - What's App Link
Student Handbook
Students and parents are advised to review the student handbook linked below:
SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION
WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
Our office hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Below are emails and phone numbers for the following departments:
Administration (240) 740-6370
School Principal - Mr. Allrich: James_K_Allrich@mcpsmd.org
6th Grade Administrator - Ms. Sandall: Elizabeth_A_Sandall@mcpsmd.org
Magnet Coordinator /7th Grade Administrator - Ms. Chao: Cortney_E_Chao@mcpsmd.org
8th Grade Administrator - Ms. Turner: Hannah_D_Turner@mcpsmd.org
Main Office (240) 740-6370
Attendance Secretary - Ms. Hernandez: Patricia_V_Hernandez@mcpsmd.org
Front Office Secretary - Ms. Chavarria: Johana_M_Chavarria@mcpsmd.org
School Financial Specialist - Mr. Magruder: Timothy_W_Magruder@mcpsmd.org
Administrative Secretary - Ms. Majano: Jennifer_L_Majano@mcpsmd.org
Counseling Office (240) 740-6380
Counseling Secretary/Registrar - Ms. Pineda | Email: Marlene_C_Pineda@mcpsmd.org
8th Grade Counselor - Ms. Daniels | Email: Nicole_A_Daniels@mcpsmd.org
6th Grade Counselor - Mr. Kim | Email: Kenneth_L_Kim@mcpsmd.org
7th Grade Counselor - Ms. Standford | Email: Pamela_J_Stanford@mcpsmd.org
Resource Counselor/ SSL Coordinator - Mr. Lilja | Email: Matthew_J_Lilja@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