ARGYLE INTERMEDIATE
Principal
We have a lot to celebrate at AIS! This time
bidding was intense, but we had some very
of year brings us to some endings, such as the
happy “chandelier” owners at the end of
end of elementary school for our 5th-grade
the night!
students and the temporary closure of the Argyle Intermediate School building. However, it is also an exciting time of new beginnings as our students transition to middle school and start theater, band, and other extracurriculars. In the meantime, let the celebration begin! AIS students created beautiful and creative pieces of artwork that are available for purchase by parents. This is a fundraiser for the art department and a fun way to share their talents. We also had a silent auction for the “chandeliers” created by each homeroom. The
At AIS, We Achieve, Inspire & Soar!
Dr. Dawn Jordan
Principal, Argyle Intermediate
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• Argyle Insights • Summer 2022
Warm spring weather is very energizing, so
What an awesome way to end a fantastic year! At Argyle Intermediate School, we are very fortunate to have a dedicated, caring, and hardworking staff who collaborate to ensure
it is important to keep students active. The PE
each child has the best educational experience
department used Argyle Education Foundation
possible. With the help and support of parents
funds to purchase the Drum Fit program.
and the community, they have provided
Drum Fit is a cardio drumming program that
enriching activities that contributed to the
provides a full-body workout while drumming
growth of our students.
to a choreographed routine. The students are having so much fun with this new activity! May is Bike Safety Month. We will participate
Our students deserve recognition for their hard work and passion for learning. They have given us a sense of purpose, true joy, and
by educating students on the importance of
unlimited humor. We are always saddened to
bike safety. Mrs. Haynes’ son was hit by a car
see our 5th graders leave our campus, but we
while biking a few years ago. He created a
are proud of their accomplishments and know
video to share with our students describing his
they are ready for the next chapter of their
accident, recovery, and how wearing a helmet
education. We are also a bit saddened to see
saved his life. We will conclude by giving away
our school close for a year, but it will reopen
a bike and helmet to one lucky boy and girl.
as a refreshed, new, and improved 6th grade
Students earn the chance for the bike by writing
center in 2023. We are growing and changing
an essay about the importance of doing your
with our community.
best. This also ties into our STAAR Glow in the Dark Pep Rally and guest speaker program. Students at AIS will end the year with a field trip to Six Flags, a kickball tournament, awards, and a clap out on the last day of school.
Change is inevitable and we embrace the opportunity to serve the needs of the families in Argyle. #WeAreEagles
