Hello Parents and Families,

I am writing to you with the esteemed privilege of serving the Argyle Elementary School community as school principal. I am grateful for the opportunity to build lasting relationships with students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders. I have proudly dedicated over a decade to public education where I held duties of classroom teacher, coach, specialist and leadership. Each role I’ve held throughout my career shaped my perspective on forming community, through immersing myself in every level of work at school to impact student achievement. 

I look forward to building upon the greatness of Argyle Elementary School, while creating new possibilities for our community and students. I am committed to taking a partnership approach with our community, as we begin to create opportunities for family involvement with their community school. 

At Argyle Elementary School, we will continue to make student achievement a top priority. We will work collectively to create an eagerness for lifelong learning. We will strive to create engaging and innovative learning experiences that cater to the unique needs and talents of each individual. I am steadfast on building a school culture of positivity, where we build each other up through our actions and words.

I am honored to lead Argyle Elementary School.  I look forward to connecting with our dedicated, passionate and diverse teachers, students and families as we begin this new chapter together.

With appreciation, 

Mary Dorsch

I am excited to introduce myself as the Assistant Principal of Argyle Elementary School. I feel very grateful to be part of the AES Family, and I can’t wait to work alongside everyone in our community. My goal is to ensure that all students and families have an educational experience where values and diversity are celebrated.

My journey in education began when I volunteered at my children’s school in Clay County. I enjoyed working with kids so much that I became a classroom assistant while completing my college studies. After graduating, I became a special education teacher, where I had the honor of supporting students with different needs. I also served in the U.S. Air Force for eight years before entering education, which sparked my passion for leadership and helping others.

I believe that creating a positive school culture is essential for success. Building strong relationships in our school community is key, and I am committed to ensuring that every student receives high-quality instruction from our teachers at Argyle Elementary. My vision is to prepare all students academically, socially, and emotionally for the bright futures ahead of them. Together, we will create a safe and supportive environment for everyone. I truly believe that with the right opportunities, every child can learn and succeed. By collaborating with our staff and parents, I am dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential. Together, we will continue to provide excellent educational opportunities and foster a culture of academic excellence for our Argyle Pioneers.

Shannon Alcairo, Assistant Principal

Dear Families and Community Members, 

It is with great pleasure that I introduce myself as a new Assistant Principal at Argyle Elementary. My first years of teaching began at Argyle Elementary 17 years ago, and I am happy to be coming home. My passion for education is rooted in my belief that every student deserves to learn something new every day.

Most recently in my position at the district office as the Elementary Science Specialist, I worked to support teachers and students throughout the county in strong and engaging core instruction in science. Prior to going to the district office, I was a classroom teacher at multiple schools across the district having taught all grade levels K-8 in Science, STEM, and Gifted Education. I recently earned my Educational Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of North Florida, where I also earned a Masters in Educational Leadership and a Bachelors in Elementary Education. 

I am honored to be beginning my 18th year with Clay County School District at Argyle Elementary. I look forward to building relationships with our students, staff, families, and community members.

Sincerely, 

Dr. Casey Leone