AHS Principal Update Mr. John King

What a difference just a few months makes in our school, community, and world! Change is the new norm, and flexibility is the name of the game. With so many changes going on in our society, I want you to hear from me that I believe that together, we will get through this challenge in our lives and ultimately be stronger on the other side. I want to thank each of you – students,

I AM SO PROUD OF OUR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS

teachers, staff members, parents, and community members – for all that you are doing to support the educational system that we now have in place. We have transitioned to a time of “distance learning,” and I am so proud of our students and teachers for continuing to make education a priority. I heard from so many parents, teachers, and students during this time of separation with words of encouragement and affirmation. The main thing that I hear from everyone is that we all miss the regular interactions that we had taken for granted and come so accustomed to in our lives. Students – I want you to know how much we miss you and look forward to having you back on campus soon! To our parents – thank you for all you are doing to help your child and support our teachers!

Typically, my communication this time of the year centers around the various spring activities that are in full swing on our campus. Given our current situation, I would like to take a minute to recap our winter accomplishments. Our Girls Basketball Team made their seventh-straight trip to the UIL State Tournament and finished second in the state. The Boys Basketball Team qualified for state as well, and they have big plans of bringing home a state championship when the UIL allows play to resume following our time of social distancing. Our UIL Cheer Squad finished in the Top 5 in the state at the annual UIL Spirit Competition. And, our Wrestling Team had multiple state qualifiers that represented our school well at that tournament. In the fine arts arenas, we had a tremendous year with record numbers of kids receiving All-Area, All-Region, and All-State honors. Finally, in UIL Academics, we had many kids win district competitions and advance to the

WE MISS YOU AND LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING YOU BACK

state level competitions prior to school closing. Our hope is that they will soon be able to finish the work they have started and worked so hard to fine-tune. So many amazing accomplishments and so much to be proud of here in Argyle!

I wish you good health during these trying times. I want you to know that we are all in this together and together we are ARGYLE STRONG! Until next time…

Mr. John King -Principal Argyle High School