Big night in Charlotte celebrating Adara Barnes (pictured second from the right)! She was recognized as a Finalist for Burroughs Wellcome Fund NCCAT-The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching Career & Technical Education Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Barnes is a passionate Health Sciences teacher at Career & Technical Education Center, preparing the future nurses and caretakers of the community!
That's not all: Superintendent Dr. Fleming (left of Adara) was named a Finalist in the Superintendent Awards for his work in championing Career & Technical Education programs across the district. Congratulations, Dr. Fleming!
Finally, the Alamance-Caswell Builders Association was recognized as a key community business-education partner. Through initiatives like the annual Carpenters Cup and monthly work-based learning committee meetings, the Association bridges the gap between classrooms and careers. By offering paid internships, classroom mentoring visits, and field trips, and by hosting a 2027 Trades Expo, it is building a strong, skilled local talent pipeline for the construction industry.
Lots to be proud of in our Career & Technical Education programs.
That's not all: Superintendent Dr. Fleming (left of Adara) was named a Finalist in the Superintendent Awards for his work in championing Career & Technical Education programs across the district. Congratulations, Dr. Fleming!
Finally, the Alamance-Caswell Builders Association was recognized as a key community business-education partner. Through initiatives like the annual Carpenters Cup and monthly work-based learning committee meetings, the Association bridges the gap between classrooms and careers. By offering paid internships, classroom mentoring visits, and field trips, and by hosting a 2027 Trades Expo, it is building a strong, skilled local talent pipeline for the construction industry.
Lots to be proud of in our Career & Technical Education programs.
Is there anything better than the smell of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies? 😋🍪 The halls of Elon Elementary may smell a little sweeter as students begin using a new mobile kitchen, complete with a cooktop, oven, refrigerator, and removable panels that serve as classroom tables. Fourth grade teacher Brandy Jo Brehm received funding from Impact Alamance to implement a mobile kitchen program that provides hands-on, real-world learning experiences while encouraging student engagement, collaboration, and critical thinking across subject areas. This resource is available to the whole school to utilize and it's just getting started! The story will be featured in What's Right with Our Schools with Cindy Farmer FOX 8 on FOX8. Brandy and two of her students were interviewed today and did great! Look out for the story live on Monday, November 9th, at 8 AM and again on Thursday.
It's National School Lunch Week and we want to say thank you to our School Nutrition Staff who prepare and serve meals throughout the day in all our schools! As you can see here, Connie and Kali over at Alexander Wilson Elementary were serving students, staff, and visitors their choice of regular or spicy chicken bites, macaroni and cheese, roasted broccoli, corn, apple sauce, and milk option. With trays in hand, Debbie checked them out quickly and they were on their way to enjoy their lunch! It was great to see families visiting and enjoying their lunches, too!
Friday Snapshots! 📷 Here's some highlights from our visits to Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary, Hillcrest Elementary School, South Graham Elementary School, North Graham Elementary School, and E.M. Yoder Elementary. We loved seeing so many engaged learners and lots of smiling faces!
🌾 From dirt to dinner plate! Fourth graders stepped out of the classroom today for the Farm-to-Table experience at Cedarock Park, presented by Alamance County Agri-Business Committee. Classes rotated through various stations hosted by local agricultural experts, exploring a wide range of topics including dairy production, poultry farming, beekeeping, forestry, beef cattle, field crops, soil and water conservation, and plant science. Each student also took home a fresh apple and a gift bag prepared by the Agri-Business Committee! 🍎
The Plant Science station was hosted by Southern Alamance High School - SAHS Patriots FFA Chapter and FFA members escorted each class to the stations.
Thank you to everyone who made this a special event for our students: Alamance County Cooperative Extension, Alamance County Soil and Water Conservation District, Alamance County Beekeepers, N.C. Forest Service, Chick-fil-A Burlington, Alamance Parks & Cedarock Park
The Plant Science station was hosted by Southern Alamance High School - SAHS Patriots FFA Chapter and FFA members escorted each class to the stations.
Thank you to everyone who made this a special event for our students: Alamance County Cooperative Extension, Alamance County Soil and Water Conservation District, Alamance County Beekeepers, N.C. Forest Service, Chick-fil-A Burlington, Alamance Parks & Cedarock Park
Happy National Teacher Assistant Day to the incredible TAs across the Alamance-Burlington School System! Whether it's leading a small group reading lesson or just being there when a student wants to talk, our TAs ensure every student gets the extra encouragement and support they need to succeed.
Say hello to Abril, Jacob, Jayden, James, and Dante, the newest Project SEARCH cohort! They have just started their internships at Alamance Regional Medical Center.
During their rotations at the hospital, the interns build practical experience by stocking patient rooms, preparing care packages for new mothers, assembling packet sets for nursing staff, and more. In the classroom, they practice independence by managing their own daily schedules. They also participate in group reflection sessions to process workplace emotions, sharpen their attention to detail, and build essential soft skills for long-term career success.
For nearly a decade, this partnership among Cone Health, the NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, OE Enterprises, and Vaya Health has empowered ABSS students to develop real-world job skills on their path to employment.
During their rotations at the hospital, the interns build practical experience by stocking patient rooms, preparing care packages for new mothers, assembling packet sets for nursing staff, and more. In the classroom, they practice independence by managing their own daily schedules. They also participate in group reflection sessions to process workplace emotions, sharpen their attention to detail, and build essential soft skills for long-term career success.
For nearly a decade, this partnership among Cone Health, the NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, OE Enterprises, and Vaya Health has empowered ABSS students to develop real-world job skills on their path to employment.
Have you tried plugging it in? 🔌🤔 It's National IT Professionals Day! We have a superb group of technicians that work in all our buildings to support staff and students with computer hardware, software, networks, 3D printers, and so much more! Thanks, Technology Team, for your important work in keeping our systems running smoothly!
Woodlawn Middle School band program is starting the year on a high note! 🎶 The band was recently recognized by the North Carolina Bandmasters Association as a program of distinction for their excellent performances and the work they're doing in the community. Band Director Rob McConnell went into teaching after serving in the Marines and was a part of the United States Marine Band. He credits other ABSS band teachers for their influence and advice! https://myfox8.com/spotlight/whats-right-with-our-schools/triad-middle-school-band-program-recognized-as-a-program-of-distinction/
Several of our schools held their own special events to honor local first responders today, including B. Everett Jordan Elementary, where the entire school filled the sidewalks for a Heroes Day Parade. Organized by School Resource Officer Neese, the event featured the Burlington Police Department Motor Unit, Eli Whitney Volunteer Fire Department, U.S. Army, and specialized teams from the Alamance County Sheriff's, including their K9, Drone, CSI, and BearCat units. Led by the student Safety Patrol, the procession rolled through the car rider circle while classes lined the path, cheering and waving to show their appreciation for these hometown heroes.
The celebration wrapped up with a hands-on meet and greet, giving students the special opportunity to chat with the officers and firefighters, learn more about their vital work, and check out the specialized vehicles up close. Moments like these remind us how lucky we are to have such dedicated men and women looking out for us, and we want to send a heartfelt thank you to all our first responders for everything you do for our community day in and day out.
The celebration wrapped up with a hands-on meet and greet, giving students the special opportunity to chat with the officers and firefighters, learn more about their vital work, and check out the specialized vehicles up close. Moments like these remind us how lucky we are to have such dedicated men and women looking out for us, and we want to send a heartfelt thank you to all our first responders for everything you do for our community day in and day out.
Be sure to check out the Back to School Highlights from all of our first week school visits, bus rollout, Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year, Beginning Teacher of the Year, and Beginning Teacher Orientation! https://photos.app.goo.gl/Xgg3VQqsK1EAhWho7
Buses, roll out! 🚌 💨 Our drivers wrapped up their final team meeting before hopping behind the wheel and heading to their campus parking lots, getting everything lined up for the first day of school on Monday!
Behind every ride is a massive team effort. From the mechanics who spent the summer under the hood to the coordinators and directors who spent months analyzing routes, our Transportation team keeps this district moving forward. Come Monday morning, 144 school buses will be rolling out.
You can track your bus by downloading the Here Comes the Bus app or visiting herecomesthebus.com and enter district code 74462 when you sign up. There might be a few minor hiccups early on, but things will smooth out quickly as routes settle. We appreciate your patience! 🙏
Finally, there are still a few openings on some of our routes. If you want to make a real difference, consider driving a bus with us! Classes start in September: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/bus-classes
Watch for our yellow buses (especially those stop arms and flashing lights) and be mindful of our students who may be crossing the road. See you bright and early Monday! 🌅
Behind every ride is a massive team effort. From the mechanics who spent the summer under the hood to the coordinators and directors who spent months analyzing routes, our Transportation team keeps this district moving forward. Come Monday morning, 144 school buses will be rolling out.
You can track your bus by downloading the Here Comes the Bus app or visiting herecomesthebus.com and enter district code 74462 when you sign up. There might be a few minor hiccups early on, but things will smooth out quickly as routes settle. We appreciate your patience! 🙏
Finally, there are still a few openings on some of our routes. If you want to make a real difference, consider driving a bus with us! Classes start in September: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/bus-classes
Watch for our yellow buses (especially those stop arms and flashing lights) and be mindful of our students who may be crossing the road. See you bright and early Monday! 🌅
Throughout the summer, our School Nutrition department provided meals to families with daily and weekly pickup options available. In total, they distributed 67,926 breakfasts, 89,521 lunches, and 16,399 snacks! We're thankful for their hard work preparing these meals each morning, setting up in different sites, and responding to families as they came through. Now they're gearing up to serve students at school and would love for you to join them! This is a great job opportunity for parents who want the same schedule as their school-aged children. Search "Nutrition" on our job listings site to learn more and apply: https://abss.schoolspring.com
Another staff meeting surprise and it's a big one! Eric Yarbrough is the 2026-2027 ABSS Principal of the Year! 👏 On any day at Southeast Alamance High School, you'll see Mr. Yarbrough welcoming students, walking the halls, going into classrooms, on the sidelines, and everywhere in between. He's present, supportive, and a tremendous school leader, modeling very high expectations for his staff and students, every day. Congratulations, Mr. Yarbrough!
That moment when you bust into a Monday staff meeting with BIG news! 🎉 We're proud to share that Taylor Corcoran from Alexander Wilson Elementary is the 2026-2027 ABSS Assistant Principal of the Year! Since Day 1 on the job, Mrs. Corcoran has been "all-in" for her staff and students, making a tremendous impact on the school community. As Principal Westmoreland stated, she and the staff always knew how great Taylor was, but now it is district-official.
Believe it or not, the first photos of the new school year are already here! 📸 🤩 Alamance-Burlington Early College at ACC kicked off Day 1 today! Staff were at the doors ready with high energy, and students jumped right into setting up for an incredible year ahead. Excited to see all that these students accomplish this year! 🌟
Live at noon! Dr. Fleming is talking with Joshua Davis from WXII 12 about some Back to School updates! We'll share the link once it's posted. #ThisisABSS #BacktoSchool #ABSSCommunity
Drive a bus with us! 🚌 It's all smiles on the brand new propane-fueled Bus 197 from Routing Coordinator Shirley Currie! Bus Classes for the 2026-2027 school year will begin in September. Are you interested in becoming a bus driver? This could be your new office! Visit our website for details: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/bus-classes
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! 🎒🎈👏
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! 🎒🎈👏
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!
