The Argyle ISD Board of Trustees approved Shannon Knowles as the next Argyle High School Principal during the Monday, March 25 Regular School Board meeting.

Knowles joins AISD after serving as the Flower Mound High School Associate Principal since 2017. She has more than 25 years of experience in public education and served 15 combined years in leadership roles in Lewisville ISD. Before joining Flower Mound High School, Knowles was a teacher and athletic coordinator in LISD.

She is a results-driven leader with a successful history of fostering relationships in positive learning environments. Knowles is also a member of the community and an Argyle ISD parent.

“We are very excited to have Mrs. Knowles join our Eagle leadership team,” Argyle ISD Superintendent Dr. Courtney Carpenter said. “She is an exceptional leader who brings valuable career experiences and knowledge of the Argyle ISD culture to the position. Mrs. Knowles has been an Eagle for many years and is deeply invested in her commitment to seeing our students soar.”

While serving at FMHS, Knowles oversaw Athletics, Cheer, Performing Arts, UIL Academics, Special Education, Foreign Language and Student Council. Additionally, she led and organized content-level Professional Learning Communities. Knowles also has experience as a special education teacher and coach.

“I am honored and thrilled to be named the new principal of Argyle High School,” Knowles said. “Having been a part of this community for the past eight years as a parent, I am deeply committed to continuing the tradition of excellence and fostering a positive and supportive learning environment for all students. I am eager to join the incredible team at Argyle High School and work together to achieve great things for our students.”

Knowles’ daughter currently attends Argyle High School and her son graduated in 2023.

Knowles started her career in education in 1999 as a teacher/coach at Haltom High School. She has also served at Birdville High School, Coppell ISD and Troup ISD.

She replaces John King, who will be retiring at the end of the school year after serving as AHS Principal for the past six years.

Knowles is a graduate of Midwestern State University and has a Master in Educational Leadership from Lamar University in Beaumont.

Meet & Greet, April 4, 2024

Come join us at Argyle High School on Thursday, April 4th, for a Meet & Greet event welcoming Mrs. Knowles to our district. This event is open to the community. Let's come together to extend a warm welcome to the next Principal of AHS.