Our elementary students spent the month of June diving into the world of books during the ABSS Summer Reading Camp! 📚✨ The program brought energy and literacy support to young readers across the district. This year’s camp embraced the theme "Show Your Colors" and rolled out the brand-new Dragonfly reading curriculum. Thanks to the prep work of our Curriculum Team and Anna Dickens, educators were equipped with the tools to make reading both engaging and impactful.

A major highlight of the camp was the collaboration with the Alamance County Public Libraries. Thanks to their mobile library, 610 registered campers had the opportunity to check out new books on a weekly basis. 🚍 The camp operated across four sites, managed by our Site Coordinators: Heath Ellingworth at Holt Elementary, McKenzie Strickland at Elon Elementary, Jalanda Allen at Andrews Elementary, and Kelly Holloway at Garrett Elementary. Peter Martinek-Jenne served as the Director.

A HUGE thank you to the 40 dedicated staff members who colored our students' summers with the joy of reading! 🎒🎈👏
5 days ago, James Shuler
A group of elementary students read books against a brick wall
A large mobile library truck parked outside of an elementary school
A girl in a pink Moana shirt points to a word as she reads with another student in a green t-shirt looking closely beside her
A girl in a blue tank top and pink bracelets looks up and smiles with a reading passage in front of her
A girl in a black t-shirt looks up and smiles with a reading passage in front of her
Two elementary students concentrate on reading passages, one holding a pencil as he reads it carefully
Two elementary students respond to a reading passage indicated by a teacher pointing
Summer Reading Camps are wrapping up this week! Here are some moments from Elon Elementary, where all students heard the story "Invisible Boy" by Trudy Ludwig and responded to questions about the main characters, themes, and vocabulary, including breaking down "in-visible" to focus on the prefix! Hard work pays off and they celebrated with popsicles outside! Teachers got one too, of course!
5 days ago, James Shuler
An elementary student in a green shirt smirks at another student during a partner talk moment on a classroom carpet
A teacher in a tye-dye school shirt checks in on a small group of students
Two students look up and smile while working on a reading assignment
A group of elementary students giving thumbs up on a playground. Some are eating an frozen popsicle treat.
Six elementary reading camp leaders pose for a photo outside
A teacher prompts a small group during a reading lesson
A young student concentrates on a reading assignment
Summer leadership isn't just for our staff! Alamance Youth Leadership Academy (AYLA) brings together seventh and eighth grader students from Alamance County middle schools for leadership skills development throughout the year. This is a fantastic partnership between Alamance Chamber and Elon University, Center for Leadership. On this day, students were just wrapping up a group project about how they could bring about meaningful change in their schools! Staff from our ABSS Career & Technical Education department also spent the afternoon showcasing various CTE activities available to ABSS students, including agriculture and soil PH, carpentry and trades, food science, public safety, engineering, and more! These activities included the actual materials students may see in these CTE classes, like hammering nails in Carpentry, mending an artificial wound in Public Safety, and rolling ingredients in a ball until it turns to ice cream!
5 days ago, James Shuler
Five middle school girls gather around a large poster paper for a group project
A group of middle school students gathered behind their poster for a group project
Two students practice tying a splint on a student as part of a career demonstration
Three students examine pasta and marshmallows as they attempt to build a tower
A girl in a blue skirt and gray hoodie hammers a nail into a wooden plank while a CTE staff member watches carefully
A CTE staff member in a red shirt holds up a latex burn thigh prop next to "surprised" students
Two students look at iPads together as they document the activities of the day
This week, teacher leaders and administrators from every school gathered for our annual Summer Symposium. As you can see in these photos, they engaged in deep, meaningful discussions that drive real school improvement. 📊💡

Walk into any of the rooms and you'd see teams establishing focused, measurable goals aligned with student needs, selecting proven, research-based strategies, and designing a systematic progress monitoring plan to track data in real-time. All of this hard work culminates in an actionable School Improvement Plan built to ensure accountability and progress across every classroom.

Real improvement starts with conversations like these. Thank you to our school leaders for paving the way for an incredible year ahead! 🎒👏
23 days ago, James Shuler
A classroom setting showing educators collaborating during a meeting. In the foreground, the backs of two participants are visible next to open laptops. In the background, three women are seated at desks; one in a denim jacket looks toward a large white interactive screen, while another writes in a notebook.
A close-up, side-angle shot of a woman with long blonde hair speaking and gesturing with her hands while seated at a conference table. Other participants sit beside her with laptops and water bottles, listening intently during a group discussion.
A low-angle shot focusing on three educators sitting at a table engaged in discussion. A man in a striped shirt listens as another man with glasses and a black shirt gestures while speaking next to an open laptop. In the foreground, a large sheet of paper with handwritten notes and a purple marker is softly blurred.
A medium shot of a smiling woman with wavy gray hair wearing a denim jacket, writing bullet points with a purple marker on a large sheet of chart paper attached to a whiteboard.
A group of nine educators standing together in a classroom, smiling for a group photo while holding up a large sheet of chart paper titled "Priorities" with handwritten notes. A string of international flags hangs on the wall behind them.
A classroom discussion view from behind a participant. Two women are seated at desks in the middle ground facing forward; one woman in a cream sweater sits next to a laptop, while another woman in a green shirt gestures with her hands as she speaks to the room.
A row of three women seated at classroom desks during a presentation. The woman on the right, wearing a light blue button-down shirt and a red necklace, is speaking and gesturing with her hand. The other two women listen attentively, with an open laptop on the middle desk.
A group photo of nine smiling women standing against a white brick wall indoors. Most of them are wearing matching light-gray t-shirts that feature a graphic of cartoon birds and the text "PLAN. SOAR. Celebrate!"
"Take me out to the ballgame" 🎶 and you have spotted these Seabees on the field! 🐝 The Smith Elementary Buzz Club led the National Anthem at the opening night for the Burlington Sock Puppets. Great job students and to Mr. Melton for your leadership! #ThisisABSS #ABSSArts #ABSSCommunity
30 days ago, James Shuler
A large group of elementary students in tan shirts with music teacher directing them, standing on a baseball field singing the National Anthem
Our Central Services departments were treated to some good food from Taco Bros thanks to Horace Mann Insurance! We appreciate your support! #ABSSCommunity
about 1 month ago, James Shuler
Maintenance workers wearing gray tshirts stand in front of a black Taco Bros food truck waiting for their food
Varioud staff line up in front of a food truck
Three taco truck employees smile towards the camera toward a very busy lunch service
Let’s hear it for our amazing Beginning Teacher Graduates! 🍎✨ These phenomenal educators have officially completed three years of teaching in ABSS, guided by our Beginning Teacher Program. Stepping into the classroom is no small feat, but these teachers have shown up every day with passion, resilience, and a dedication to shaping the future of our students.

We are so incredibly proud of your growth, your hard work, and the impact you are already making in our schools. Welcome to the next chapter of your teaching journey!
Let's celebrate the ABSS Beginning Teacher Class of 2026!

Elena Andrews, Terri Andrews, Evelyn Arizmendi, Ryan Ayscue, Samantha Bare, Mercadez Beasley, Joshua Bothwell, Jerrica Bowman, Camren Bozeman, Camden Brooks, Christopher Brown, Ja-Vontae Bryant, Mineshia Bryant, Makalla Burnette, Candis Byers, Deja Cousin, Tamara Curtis, Dr. Aaron Dell, Calvin Dickenson, Nadine Ealey, Emily Eastwood, Elizabeth Foushee, Teagan Fringer, Armani Graves, Dylan Hatley, TammyJo Hays, Jalen Hester, Hunter Holland, Karrie Holland, Kendall Jackson-Stiggers, Brandie Johnson, Benita King, Ryan Kluk, Nicholas La Pierre, Bryce McCulley, Aniyah McKethan, John McMahan, Hailey Mince, Harrison Mitchell, Antonique Monroe, Katie Murray, Essence Neal, Yanitza Negron Blanco, George Oakley, Jennifer Pearl, MaKenzie Pickard, Sarah Powell, Miriam Ramos, Payton Ray, Zoe Rein, Brittany Richardson, Heather Roark, Kayla Ryals, Nya Smith, Seth Smith, Stacy Stevens, Lauryn Terry, Lynn Todd, De'Ana Tyson, Christopher Walker, Kolby Walker, Gary Walters, Makayla Ward, Jennifer Warren, Chandra White, Curtis White, Andrew Winter, Katlyne Woods, Christopher Wright, Taylor Zeban, Miski Zuniga-Carrera
about 1 month ago, James Shuler
Large group photo of teachers in front of a ABSS maroon backdrop with black, gold, and white balloons
We are proud to announce the following ABSS Teacher Scholars that received the prestigious North Carolina Teaching Fellows Scholarship. The scholarship pays up to $10,000 per year of college. All of these students have committed to returning home to teach in ABSS after college!

🎉 Katelyn Hamilton from Southern Alamance High will be attending UNCC majoring in Elementary Education.

🎉 Shawn Means from ABSS Early College at ACC will be attending UNCC majoring in Middle Grades Math.

🎉 Linda Mostafa from Southeast Alamance High will be attending Elon University through our Alamance Scholars Partnership and majoring in Middle Grades Education.

🎉 Brooklyn Newman from ABSS Early College at ACC will be attending UNC and majoring in Elementary Education.

🎉 Samantha Norwood from Southeast Alamance High will be attending App State and majoring in Elementary Education.

🎉 Gwen Stadnicar from Southeast Alamance will be attending UNCC and majoring in Elementary Education.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 North Carolina Teaching Fellows! 👏
about 1 month ago, ABSS Webmaster
A poster highlighting six Alamance-Burlington Teacher Scholars with a yellow and dark red party theme, featuring six high school portraits, the ABSS logo, and featured Congratulations to our NC Teaching Fellows heading text
Congratulations to the ABSS Multilingual Learners SIOP Cohort X (our 10th group!) After two years of dedication, hard work, and deep diving into best practices, this amazing group of educators has officially completed their training! You can see a few of them here proudly showing our their completion certificates. They have spent the last two years mastering strategies to better support, uplift, and empower the Multilingual Learners in our classrooms. We are so incredibly proud of their commitment to our students! 📚✨

Please join us in celebrating Tyffany Alexander, Kelsi Allred, Tisha Byrd, Vanessa Clark, Maria Cortes Ramos, Tomika Davis, Suzanne Hunt, Ronald Jowsey, Shelby MacMillan, Deafton Mitchell, Elizabeth Moize, McKinley Navarette, Paola Rivas Tiznado, Amy Soyars, Mindy Vanover, and Hollis Wroblewski!

SIOP stands for Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol. It is a widely recognized, research-based instructional model designed to help teachers effectively teach academic content (like math, science, or history) to Multilingual Learners (MLs) and English language learners, while simultaneously building their language skills. Rather than teaching language entirely separate from school subjects, the SIOP framework guides teachers on how to adjust their delivery so that the lesson remains high-quality and rigorous, but completely accessible to students who are still mastering English.
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
A bald, smiling male teacher wearing a black button-down shirt and a bright yellow tie patterned with green trees and red designs stands in a classroom. He holds up a certificate of recognition in his left hand and a textbook titled "99 Ideas and Activities for Teaching English Learners with the SIOP Model" in his right hand. The background features a large wall mural depicting a white room with large bay windows looking out onto trees.
A smiling female teacher with dark hair sits at a desk in a classroom, proudly holding a certificate of recognition. She is wearing a navy blue t-shirt and a beaded necklace with a flower charm. The window behind her has closed blinds, with a small vase of red artificial roses and a wooden cross sitting on the sill.
A smiling female teacher with long dark hair stands in a classroom holding a certificate of recognition and a SIOP instructional textbook. She is wearing a black-and-white striped dress. Behind her is a white wall featuring a large map of the world, a "Flags of the World" poster, and a collage of family photographs.
A smiling male teacher with short brown hair stands in front of a colorful school bulletin board. He is wearing a maroon polo shirt and khaki pants, and he is holding a SIOP textbook and a certificate of recognition. The bulletin board behind him displays the word "Celebrate!" above a cartoon illustration of a blue eagle wearing a party hat.
A smiling female teacher with curly brown hair stands in a classroom holding a certificate of recognition and a SIOP instructional book. She is wearing a maroon t-shirt and black jeans. In the background, a yellow bulletin board features the word "INTEGRITY" in colorful decorative letters next to a white interactive whiteboard.
A female teacher with short reddish-brown hair and glasses stands in a classroom holding a certificate of recognition with both hands. She is wearing a purple hoodie, blue jeans, and a Hello Kitty lanyard. Behind her are bookshelves filled with children's books and a bulletin board labeled "Addition Strategies."
A smiling female teacher with blonde, curly hair stands in a school hallway holding a certificate of recognition. She is wearing a camouflage jacket and wide-leg blue jeans. She stands next to a bulletin board that features a world map and the quote, "Be the change that you wish to see in the world. - Gandhi," alongside a yellow room sign reading "Tomika Davis."
🎓 ABSS Graduate Gallery: Addison Reich is turning her passion for movement and athletics into a lifelong career! The Southeast Alamance senior is officially heading to Elon University this fall to major in Exercise Science, laying the groundwork to become a future physical therapist who supports athlete performance, health, and growth. Her incredible ABSS journey started back at Alexander Wilson Elementary and Hawfields Middle, and she is thrilled to keep her talents local at Elon, where she will also blend her love for sports with media as a Sports Vision Scholar.

Addison leaves Southeast Alamance with some legendary athletic memories, including a basketball State Championship her junior year and capping off an undefeated regular season in softball as a senior. More than the wins, she is deeply grateful for the educators, friends, teammates, and coaches who challenged her and helped her grow every step of the way.

"I am so excited to attend Elon University this fall and begin a new chapter of my life," Addison shared. "I look forward to meeting new people, building lasting relationships, and creating unforgettable memories while furthering my education. I’m especially excited to continue working with athletics and athletes from a new perspective—not just as a member of a team, but in a role where I can support performance, health, and growth. I can’t wait to see all that the future holds!”

Congratulations, Addison! We are so proud of you and know you're going to do amazing things at Elon! 👟🎙️
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
A high school senior squats in front of a floral arrangement and a large Elon University sign
A high school senior wearing a pink dress provides an over the shoulder posed smile
A young girl wearing a sequined butterfly shirt smiles for a school photo
There's a Participate Learning Teacher of the Year Finalist in ABSS! 🌍✨ Congratulations to Samantha Brown from R. Homer Andrews Elementary School for being named a finalist for this prestigious award! This honor recognizes Ms. Brown as a top international educator who excels in cultural exchange, global education, and language learning while preparing future and career-ready students. 🎉 #ThisisABSS #ABSSCommunity #ParticipateLearning #GlobalEducation
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
Portrait of Samantha Brown on the right with graphics on the left showing a Great Britain and USA flag, the Participate Logo, and a Teacher of the Year Awards 2026 trophy
🎓 ABSS Graduate Gallery: Years from now, you might just see Kinston Shoffner delivering a winning closing argument in a courtroom, but his journey to law school starts right now as a proud Walter M. Williams High School graduate. Kinston is following the Enrollment path straight to Campbell University, where he will major in Criminal Justice Pre-Law with plans to attend law school and become a criminal defense attorney!

His absolute favorite memory is the thrill of being crowned football conference champions two years in a row! As he prepares to trade his cleats for legal briefs, he is focused on his deeper purpose. "I am excited to continue life and to further pursue my education along with growing in Christ," Kinston shared.

Congratulations, Kinston! We know you’ll bring that same championship drive to the courtroom. 🐪🏈⚖️
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
Kinston in a formal senior portrait wearing tuxedo against a blue background
Kinston in white Bulldogs football gear standing on the football field
Kinston in black Bulldogs football gear kneeling on the field
A young boy wearing a white shirt and striped tie holds two award certificates in a school hallway
We're excited to announce that LaSonya Moffett from Williams High School has been named the ABSS School Social Worker of the Year! Ms. Moffett has had a profound impact on the Bulldog community over the past three years thanks to her unwavering commitment to students, families, and staff alike.

Whether she is building meaningful relationships to help students overcome personal barriers, serving on the School Improvement Team, or advocating for resources at the district level, Ms. Moffett is a tireless champion for everyone around her. One of the most impactful examples of her dedication is the food pantry she operates right out of her office. By directly addressing food insecurity, she ensures that students and families have access to basic necessities, which has made a profound difference in many lives.

Principal Curry elaborated on her impact: "What truly sets Ms. Moffett apart is her willingness to do whatever is needed to support others. There is no task too small or too large—she approaches every responsibility with professionalism, care, and a genuine desire to help."

Ms. Moffett truly exemplifies the very best of Student & Family Services, meeting every challenge with a smile and a solution-oriented mindset.

Thank you, Ms. Moffett, for your deep compassion, leadership, and heart for our #ABSSCommunity!
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
LaSonya standing in her office holding a flower bouquet and holding an award plaque
LaSonya standing in her office beside Principal Curry holding a flower bouquet and holding an award plaque
LaSonya standing in her office with Student & Family Services staff holding a flower bouquet and holding an award plaque
LaSonya standing in her office next to a large wall with wooden shelves stocked full of food pantry items
#ABSSClassof2026 | Behind every graduate are the ones who laid the foundation for their success. Today, seniors walked the halls of their former elementary and middle schools to a chorus of chants, cheers, and inventive signs! These photos are from Haw River Elementary School and as you can see, the graduates were welcomed very warmly. With the cheers came some tears, as students reconnected with their former teachers and other familiar school staff. They really do grow up in the blink of an eye. Next stop: graduation ceremonies! 🎓✨ #ThisisABSS
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
A young elementary school girl with a wide smile stands in a school hallway, holding up a large cardboard sign over her head. The colorful, hand-drawn sign reads "We Will Rock You!" and "Everyone!" surrounded by drawings of flowers and apples. High school seniors in graduation gowns walk down the hallway behind her as other young children reach out for high-fives.
Close-up portrait of a smiling adult woman hugging a teenage girl wearing a black graduation gown, red stole, and a black mortarboard cap. Both are smiling warmly at the camera inside a school hallway.
Close-up outdoor portrait of a male graduate in a blue gown and white stole with an "Early College" logo. A young girl in a patterned red and blue dress is wrapped around his neck, hugging him tightly as both smile at the camera.
An outdoor group photo of a male graduate in a blue cap and gown holding a young girl in a patterned dress, alongside an older woman wearing sunglasses, red earrings, and a striped shirt. They are all smiling outside a brick school building with other graduates blurred in the background.
A group photo of about fifteen high school seniors posing outdoors in front of a brick school building. They are all wearing shiny green graduation gowns. One student holds a small pink sign that reads "Class of 2026."
A wide outdoor shot of a diverse group of high school graduates in various colored gowns—including red, blue, green, and black—posing playfully on and around a colorful metal playground structure. Trees line the background under a bright, sunny sky.
Close-up selfie perspective of three female graduates posing outdoors. The girl on the right in a green gown holds the camera, making a pouty face. The girl in the center smiles brightly, and the girl on the left makes a peace sign toward her face.
A medium portrait of two female graduates standing side-by-side outdoors. The graduate on the left wears a blue cap and gown with an "ABEC" logo stole and multiple honor cords. The graduate on the right wears a black cap and gown over a white dress. Both are smiling at the camera.
Over-the-shoulder view of a graduate in a blue cap looking toward a school doorway. Two women stand at the entrance waving and smiling warmly. One woman wears a gray shirt that reads "Livin' That Pre-K Life."
A female graduate in a blue gown and cap stands smiling under an outdoor covered walkway at a school. The photo is framed from behind the shoulders of two women in the foreground who are waving to her.
#ABSSClassof2026 | Behind every graduate are the ones who laid the foundation for their success. Today, seniors walked the halls of their former elementary and middle schools to a chorus of chants, cheers, and inventive signs! These photos are from Haw River Elementary School and as you can see, the graduates were welcomed very warmly. With the cheers came some tears, as students reconnected with their former teachers and other familiar school staff. They really do grow up in the blink of an eye. Next stop: graduation ceremonies! 🎓✨ #ThisisABSS
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
Four smiling male graduates stand shoulder-to-shoulder outdoors in front of a brick school building. They are wearing black graduation gowns with gold stoles and each holds a black mortarboard cap with a gold tassel in front of them. The two graduates in the center have their arms around each other's shoulders.
Inside a classroom, a young male graduate with wavy brown hair wearing a green graduation gown smiles warmly with his arm around an older man with glasses. The older man is smiling broadly and wearing a light blue polo shirt with a University of North Carolina "UNC" logo.
Close-up portrait of two young female graduates wearing shiny green gowns sitting inside a classroom. Both are smiling brightly at the camera while making peace signs with their hands near their faces.
Two male graduates smile for a photo inside a classroom. The graduate on the left is in a green gown and gives a thumbs-up. The graduate on the right, wearing a black gown with a red and white stole, holds up a smartphone showing an old childhood photo of them as young kids in elementary school.
Close-up of two smiling young women wearing green graduation gowns posing together indoors. The woman on the right has her arm draped affectionately over the shoulder of the woman on the left, who is wearing glasses.
Two young women wearing green graduation gowns sit side-by-side inside a classroom, smiling pleasantly directly at the camera.
A line of high school graduates in green, red, and black gowns walk in a procession outdoors on a sunny day. A female graduate in a red gown and cap walks near the front of the line looking ahead, while others follow behind her.
A female graduate in a red cap and gown waves happily to the camera as she leads a procession of graduates down a crowded elementary school hallway. Younger students line the walls, holding up colorful signs to celebrate them.
A male graduate in a black gown with a gold stole walks down a school hallway, smiling as he looks down to high-five elementary school students who are reaching their hands out from the side.
A young elementary school girl in a pink shirt with a heart pattern reaches her hand out eagerly to high-five passing high school graduates lined up in a school hallway during a graduation walk.
We are thrilled to celebrate Joy Toms from Southeast Alamance High as the ABSS School Counselor of the Year! 🌟

If you’ve ever walked into her office or seen her out and about around the school, you already know why Ms. Toms is being recognized. Whether she’s helping a student navigate a tough day, working alongside families, or supporting staff, Joy’s dedication and genuine warmth make Southeast a brighter, more welcoming place for everyone.

Assistant Principal Darylanne Towery put it perfectly: "Joy has consistently gone above and beyond to support the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our students... they know they have an advocate in Joy, and that trust has made a significant impact on our school culture."

Thank you, Ms. Toms, and congratulations! 💙🧡

#ThisisABSS #ABSSExcellence #SchoolCounselor #StudentSupport #ABSSCommunnity
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
Joy Toms holding a large flower arrangement beside Principal Yarborough who is holding her recognition plaque
Joy Toms holding flower arrangement next to central office Student & Family Services staff
🎓 ABSS Graduate Gallery: A lifelong dream is officially becoming a reality for Chloe Torain! A senior at Alamance Burlington Early College at ACC, Chloe is heading down the Enrollment path to Catawba College, where she’ll major in Nursing with her sights set on becoming a Pediatric Nurse!

Chloe’s high school years were highlighted by major triumphs. Her absolute favorite memory is winning a State Championship alongside her favorite group of teammates and coaches. Now, she is preparing to bring that same dedication, teamwork, and passion to her future patients.

"I am excited to become a prominent member of the community and healthcare system," Chloe shared. "I can’t wait to become what I have always dreamed of and be someone others can look up to."

Congratulations, Chloe! We are so proud of you, Chloe, and we know you are going to be a phenomenal champion for children's health! 🩺❤️

Graduate Gallery Submission Form: https://forms.gle/7DCijUbVfVGFJdSp8

#ABSSClassof2026 #ThisisABSS
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
School portrait of Chloe wearing a formal black shirt, white necklace, with a blue backdrop
A young Chloe wearing a striped dress with white collar
Chloe in formal blue dress and holding a floral arrangement

"Yoooooo is that free ice cream?!" could be heard frequently today in the Western Middle School cafeteria. They have the highest attendance among middle schools for the last three months! As a reward, all students received ice cream at lunch today. Way to go! Let's keep that attendance up into the final weeks of the school year! #ThisisABSS #AllHandsonDeck #EveryDayMatters

about 2 months ago, James Shuler
Four middle school students standing next to a Middle School Attendance Award Winner banner in the school cafeteria
Three students act surprised and amazed at the free ice cream they just received
Three middle school girls hold their free ice cream up with big smiles on their faces

The Alamance-Burlington School System is proud to celebrate Donna Apple of Andrews Elementary as our School Nurse of the Year!

Nurse Apple has a gift for balancing top-notch medical care with genuine compassion, making sure every student who walks into her office feels safe and valued. From facilitating the Telehealth program to actively collaborating in Child and Family Team meetings, her commitment to the school community shines through in everything she does. She is always supporting her fellow staff members with a "team-first" attitude and building strong, trusting bonds with local families. She truly looks out for our students as whole individuals, embodying everything a great school nurse should be!

Principal Benson mentioned, "Donna truly embodies the heart of a school nurse—someone who cares not only for the health of students, but for them as whole individuals. Andrews Elementary is incredibly blessed to have her, and she is more than deserving of this recognition."

about 2 months ago, James Shuler
Nurse Donna Apple holding flowers and a plaque in front of a Let the Adventure Begin school display
Nurse Donna Apple with flowers and plaque standing next to previous Nurse of the Year Nurse Babb
Nurse Babb stands with Principal Leslie Benson
Nurse Babb stands with family during her recognition as Nurse of the Year
Nurse Babb stands next to district Student & Family Services personnel
It’s been all hands on deck for school attendance over the last three months! We are thrilled to recognize Highland Elementary School today for having the Most Improved Attendance in the district. Along with an award banner for their main hallway, students were celebrated with a surprise ice cream treat! 👏 #ThisisABSS #EveryDayCounts #ABSSCommunity
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
A group of smiling elementary students and two staff members stand proudly on either side of a large white banner that reads "ABSS Elementary Attendance Award Winner." Everyone is giving a thumbs-up or peace sign in a bright school hallway.
A young girl with braided hair looks up and smiles contentedly while holding a small cup of ice cream and a school lunch tray featuring pizza and milk.
A smiling young girl with long red hair holds up a small cup of strawberry swirl ice cream, celebrating the school's attendance achievement.
A close-up side profile of a young student with her hair in a bun reaching out to receive a surprise ice cream treat from a staff member’s hand over an ice cream freezer.
A young boy looks directly at the camera with wide, excited eyes while balancing a lunch tray that holds a slice of pizza, a bag of apple slices, chocolate milk, and a cup of celebratory ice cream.
A diverse group of ten elementary students and one teacher pose together in a school hallway. Behind them, a wall mural features an inspirational quote about kindness and character.
A joyful group of six young students huddle together for a close-up photo, smiling broadly and making peace signs for the camera in the school cafeteria.