The 2024 Student Advisory Group started a new chapter of student advocacy with its first meeting with Dr. Butler! This group of student leaders will be meeting regularly to provide student perspectives and input on issues that impact campus life. We're excited to see this group help shape the student experience through open communication and collaboration. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 13 hours ago, James Shuler
Superintendent Dr. Butler speaking with members of the Student Advisory Council in a conference room
Superintendent Dr. Butler speaking with members of the Student Advisory Council in a conference room
Superintendent Dr. Butler speaking with members of the Student Advisory Council in a conference room
Merging art with math! ๐ŸŽจ These Southeast Alamance High art students gained a whole new perspective after Ms. Lampson's lesson! By overlapping objects and measuring angles, students created the illusion of depth in their 2D works. ๐Ÿ“ #ABSSArts #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
2 days ago, James Shuler
A high school student watches a video on a computer while drawing lines on paper as part of a perspective activity
A high school student watches a video on a computer while drawing lines on paper as part of a perspective activity
A high school student watches a video on a computer while drawing lines on paper as part of a perspective activity
We are still experiencing internet and phone outages due to a service provider issue. All phones are down at this time at all school sites.
5 days ago, James Shuler
Congratulations to Karen Rhea, math teacher for Math 3 and AP Calculus at Western Alamance High School. She is the winner of the ABSS Secondary Math Outstanding Educator Award for the 2023-2024 school year. ๐ŸŒŸ The North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics gives each district's outstanding educator a one-year membership, a personalized award, and recognition at their state conference in the fall. Karen has led district professional development through her work as a curriculum writer, math leader, and was also Western High's Teacher of the Year last school year and a finalist for the ABSS Teacher of the Year Award. ๐Ÿ‘
5 days ago, James Shuler
Karen Rhea holding flowers and certificate and standing with Western Alamance High administrators
This morning, Agri-Business Committee๐ŸŒณ members and volunteers assembled hundreds of gift bags for the upcoming Farm-to-Table event at Cedarock Park next week! ๐Ÿšœ We have over 20 classes and 500 students that will be attending! #ABSSCommunity
6 days ago, James Shuler
Ag business committee member grabs items for gift bags on a long table
Ag, business committee members assemble gift bags on long tables
Ag, business committee members assemble gift bags on long tables
Ag, business committee member, standing behind buckets of gift bags
Alert: We are monitoring an internet outage that impacts all sites which has also impacted our phone service. All phones are down at this time at all schools.
6 days ago, Les Atkins
ABSS Alert: We want to inform you of an incident this morning involving two parents in the car line at Garrett Elementary. A parent has been charged with having a gun on campus. Thankfully, no one was hurt, and there's no threat to students. We are cooperating with Mebane police. Your child's safety remains our top priority.
6 days ago, Les Atkins
Western Alamance Middle School staff and students wore gold to show their support for childhood cancer awareness. We stand in solidarity with these young fighters and their families and would like to send this message of hope and encouragement. Stay strong warriors! ๐Ÿ’› #ABSSCommunity
6 days ago, James Shuler
Western Middle school staff and students wearing gold in support of childhood cancer
Western Middle school staff wearing gold in support of childhood cancer
Western Middle School student wearing gold in support of childhood cancer
Western Middle school staff wearing gold in support of childhood cancer
A sweet treat! ๐Ÿฅญ Students at North Graham Elementary sampled mango today thanks to the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. This federally assisted initiative provides free fresh produce to expand children's palates and increase fruit and veggie consumption. For many, this was their first mango experience! Yum!
7 days ago, James Shuler
Two elementary students hold a bucket of mango pieces
We're spreading the word about our upcoming High School Options Fair! This is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn more about how to shape their future, including earning college credit, apprenticeships, and so much more! Completely free! https://bit.ly/absshso
7 days ago, James Shuler
Social Media flyer advertising the High School Options Fair
Working together as a team to accomplish a goal is an important part of any industry, so it was awesome seeing this CTEC Automotive Service class activity where the end result could only be accomplished with high-level thinking and teamwork! The skills students learn in #ABSSCTE are definitely helping them become the well-rounded grads described in our Portrait of a Graduate! ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐ŸŽ“ https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/portrait-of-a-graduate
8 days ago, James Shuler
High school students work together to move a car
High school students work together to move a car
High school students work together to move a car
High school students work together to move a car
We had a guest photographer on the Southeast Alamance High School campus today: Superintendent Dr. Butler! ๐Ÿ“ท The hallways were busy with activity as students moved to and from class. Counselors Ms. Toms and Ms. Rosario began one-on-one meetings with seniors to discuss their post-graduation plans. Additionally, a Herff Jones representative met with the senior class about graduation supplies. Thank you Dr. Butler for visiting and capturing shots of our students and staff in action! We're proud of the hard work happening on campus. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
8 days ago, James Shuler
Students at Southeast Alamance High School walking to class across the cafeteria
A teacher helps a high school student with a computer assignment at her desk
High school seniors learn about graduation supply options during a presentation at Southeast Alamance High School
Thank you for sharing your perspective, Jenna! The joy of seeing your students succeed over time and cross the graduation stage is unmatched. ๐ŸŽ“ If you want to make a difference in students' lives, nurture their growth, and be part of a community that cares, apply to teach with ABSS today! https://bit.ly/abssjobs #ABSSAskStaff #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
8 days ago, James Shuler
Photo of Jenna Clark with text #ABSSAskStaff bit.ly/abssjobs Jenna Clark Alexander Wilson Elementary Why do you love working in ABSS? I love working in ABSS because I love all of the wonderful families that make our community such a great one! The connections I have made with students and their families last longer than 180 days of 1st grade! Seeing former students excel throughout the years and walk across that graduation stage is the greatest! I also love the staff at Alexander Wilson! There, we are a family. Each day, it is nice to come into school knowing you are cared for and supported! We are hiring!
ABSS celebrates special education teacher Cindy Kreider of Highland Elementary as the 2023 Exceptional Children Educator of Excellence! ๐ŸŒŸ Superintendent Dr. Butler and district leaders surprised Kreider with a visit this morning. For over 30 years, Kreider has empowered students with diverse abilities with compassion and creativity. Her dedication to bringing out the best in every child, regardless of differences, has made an immense impact. Join us in congratulating and honoring Cindy for her exceptional work. ๐Ÿ‘ #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
8 days ago, James Shuler
Portrait of Exceptional Children teacher Cindy Kreider
Over 70 colleges came together at Alamance Community College today for the CACRAO College Fair, giving high school juniors and seniors the chance to explore their options and get info straight from the source! ๐ŸŽ“ #ABSSCommunity #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 days ago, James Shuler
Three seniors from ABSS schools holding college marketing materials
Students in Ms. Fowler's fourth grade class at Highland Elementary celebrated International Peace Day by learning to say "peace" in multiple languages and making peace-pinwheels.โœŒ๏ธโ˜ฎ๏ธ #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
12 days ago, James Shuler
Elementary students holding pinwheel crafts on a classroom carpet
Check out our "Model" Students of the Day showing off their #ABSSCTE skills! They are now LIVE on the billboard outside Cox Toyota on I-40. Drive safely when you pass by to look and consider coming to our High School Options Fair! More information about that soon! ๐Ÿ‘€
13 days ago, James Shuler
Three students in the Career and Technical Education program wearing a construction vest, nursing scrubs, and holding a tire iron
High School Options Fair October 7th, 9 AM to Noon Holly Hill Mall
Billboard graphic showing a preview image of the High School Options Fair billboard
What choices must a leader make? The third grade students in Ms. Martinez's class at Andrews Elementary could tell you and demonstrate through their actions. Alamance Chamber came in to capture the class brainstorming and creating their class mission statement. Each student signed their name on the mission statement poster, an important milestone in the Leader in Me program. The story will be featured in Access Alamance magazine! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
13 days ago, James Shuler
A photographer focuses on a teacher leading her third grade class in discussion
A teacher leads her third grade class in discussion about leadership qualities
A teacher leads a small group of students in discussion about leadership qualities
Third grade students write their name on a mission statement poster
We peeked into second-grade classrooms at South Graham Elementary while students were strengthening their fundamental literacy skills! This is an important time to learn phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and spelling using a structured yet interactive approach from our talented teachers. We love seeing students tackle words using their strategies! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
14 days ago, James Shuler
A teacher and student look up while working on an assignment together
A student uses a marker to write letters on a small whiteboard
A teacher points to the word "flock" on a notecard while students sitting on the carpet look up and respond
Students sitting at their desks use a marker on a whiteboard
Each day, in all our schools and classrooms, there are those "small moments" that are worth capturing. ๐Ÿ’กThe "lightbulb" moment when a student suddenly gets it, proud smiles from the teachers, and laughter in the halls. These photos capture glimpses of Southern Alamance Middle School students shining bright! โ˜€๏ธ #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
14 days ago, James Shuler
A teacher leads a class in discussion at Southern Middle School
A student raises his hand with focus on the teacher at Southern Middle School
Two students focus on their work at their desks
A math teacher explains the solution to a problem on a whiteboard
Two students are engaged in work on their laptops
A student concentrates on her assignment