ABSS administrators, staff, and community members met for the first time today to begin the work of developing a Strategic Plan to guide our District through 2029. Our mission remains the same: Engage and empower every student to learn and become knowledgeable, responsible community members. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 2 hours ago, James Shuler
ABSS administrators, staff,  and community members sit around round tables and listen to Dr. Dain Butler speak in front of a projector screen about the ABSS Strategic Plan 2023-2029
ABSS administrators, staff, and community members analyze a poster on the wall with sticky notes and text Mastery Teaching Practices
ABSS administrators, staff, and community members analyze sticky notes on a table as part of the Strategic Plan process
ABSS administrators, staff,  and community members sit around round tables and listen to Robin Bowers speak in front of a projector screen about the ABSS Strategic Plan 2023-2029
Stephanie Williams and her class at Southern Middle School thought it was a perfect day for an outdoor science lesson! 🌞 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 5 hours ago, James Shuler
A class of eight graders sits on concrete stairs around an outdoor concrete auditorium looking on at two students and instructor Stephanie Williams in the middle at Southern Middle School
#ABSSCommunity we can do better! Did you know more than 25 cars a day pass one of our stopped school buses while loading or unloading children? Stop, think, and obey the law for the safety of our students. Being late for work is better than ending a child's life! #SchoolBusSafety
1 day ago, Les Atkins
Stock image of stop sign on side of school bus
Thanks to Alamance County Sheriff Terry Johnson for hosting our Graham High School Public Safety students today. They got to see the inner workings of the department and learned what it takes to keep our community safe. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
1 day ago, James Shuler
Alamance County Sheriff Terry Johnson  and Public Information Officer Byron Tucket speak to students at the Sheriff's Office
Graham High School students observe gearand procedures behind a SWAT vehicle outside
A student holds a bulletproof shield with text SHERIFF on it
An officer speaks to students while a police dog observes close by
Would you like to help your child excel in their educational journey? Our Family University is next Monday, April 3rd, at Cummings High School from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This is for ALL ABSS families! 🀝 Meet Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler 🍽 Light dinner provided 🧸️ Childcare provided for Pre-K through 5th Grade βœ… Registration not required 🌟 Choose from over 30 sessions For a menu of sessions, visit our website: https://bit.ly/abssfamilyuniversity
1 day ago, James Shuler
Graphic with maroon and grey swirls and text ABSS Family University April 3rd, 5:30-7:00pm, Cummings High School, and two photographs, one of a family with two kids on their lap and another with a teacher showing students something on a laptop computer
Beginning Teacher Spotlight: Summer Dimmock is a first-year teacher at Broadview Middle School. "I want to have a meaningful impact on the lives of our students and the community I live in. ABSS has made me feel at home and has provided several opportunities to develop as a new teacher." #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
2 days ago, James Shuler
School staff photograph of Summer Dimmock wearing a blue polo shirt
Nicholas Fasan, a 7th Grader at Turrentine Middle School, has been working on his National History Day paper for the first part of the year. The competition theme this year was β€œNew Frontiers.” He wrote a research paper and chose the Tudors of England to show how they helped pave the way for women to step into politics and positions of power. It ended up being about 15 pages and is very powerful and well-written. This weekend he competed at the Regional Competition by submitting his paper and then defending it to judges. He came in third place and will represent Turrentine Middle School and ABSS at the State Competition on April 29th. Way to go! 🌟 #StudentCenteredFutureFocsed
2 days ago, James Shuler
Turrentine Middle School student Nicholas Winfield Fasan wearing a burgundy shirt and dark jeans, holding a ribbon and certificate for his third place recognition in the National History Day paper competition
Eat your greens! πŸ₯¬οΈ πŸ˜‹ Students in Mr. Jones' Food & Nutrition 1 class at Western High School experienced the true "farm" to table concept this week. After months of growing their own greens, they finally got to harvest and prep the healthy treats! #ABSSCTE
5 days ago, James Shuler
Students work together to remove greens from a classroom hydroponics garden
A indoor large hydroponic garden full of grown green vegetables
Students work together to remove greens from a classroom hydroponics garden using scissors
A student carries freshly trimmed and removed greens from a hydroponic garden on a tray
The Western Alamance Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Band traveled to Carowinds yesterday to perform a concert and spend the day in the park. They earned a rating of β€œExcellent” (the second highest possible) for their performance from the panel of judges. Well done! πŸ‘
5 days ago, James Shuler
The Western Alamance Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Band performing on stage at Carowinds with a blue-lit background
The Western Alamance Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Band walking on a cement path under a rollercoaster at Carowinds
In case you missed it: The Williams High School Orchestra performed in Raleigh this week at NCDPI for their Arts in Our Schools Month celebration! They sounded wonderful. Here is a link to a video of their performance! https://fb.watch/jssgHaGDg1/
6 days ago, James Shuler
The Williams High School orchestra dressed in black and white plays in the lobby of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction building in Raleigh
Photograph taken from above the Williams High School orchestra dressed in black and white plays in the lobby of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction building in Raleigh
The Williams High School orchestra dressed in black and white plays in the lobby of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction building in Raleigh
Eighth grade Spanish students at Western Middle have spent the past few weeks studying Latin American countries and famous Afro-Latinos. They shared what they learned today during an interactive "wax museum exhibit". ABSS Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves, Vice-Chair Ryan Bowden, and Board Member Dan Ingle enjoyed learning from their presentations.
7 days ago, James Shuler
Student at Western Middle School holds a notecard and shares information about Zoe Saldana in front of her presentation board.
ABSS School Board member Dan Ingle listens to a student share information during a presentation about famous Afro-Latinos at Western Middle School
A student at Western Middle School gives a thumbs up in front of his presentation board with information about Colombia
ABSS Board Members Sandy Ellington-Graves and Ryan Bowden stand beside a student as she smiles at the camera at Western Middle School
We have an ABSS graduate in the Sweet 16! πŸ€ Drew Williamson, graduate of Cummings High School, is an assistant coach for the Florida Atlantic University Men's Basketball team! They play tomorrow at 9pm against Tennessee. Profile: https://fausports.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/drew-williamson/1365
7 days ago, James Shuler
Graphic of assistant coach of Florida Atlantic University Drew Williamson with logos of Cummings High School and Florida Atlantic University, a basketball, and basketball court and stadium background with text, "DREW WILLIAMSON:
Kindness matters. The first graders in Wendy Ely's classroom at Smith Elementary are now published authors! The story and video about their Kindness Book is live on Fox 8. https://myfox8.com/news/whats-right-with-our-schools/triad-elementary-schoolers-create-kindness-book/
7 days ago, James Shuler
It takes courage to be kind, a lesson these kids are taking to heart as part of the Kindness Club at @PGOwls! These acts of kindness can spread, lowering bullying rates and making a tremendous difference in the school climate. #ABSSDifferenceMakers https://youtu.be/giea-J70i8Q
8 days ago, James Shuler
Today students and staff at Andrews Elementary and across ABSS celebrated #WorldDownSyndromeDay. We’re so lucky to have schools where inclusion is part of our every day learning. πŸ’™πŸ’›
8 days ago, Les Atkins
photo of students wearing different colored socks for world Down syndrome day
teacher and students being funny for camera
teacher with two students celebrating World Down syndrome day
staff celebrating as part of World Down syndrome day
We were so impressed with the "groovy" products on display at the College & Transition Fair! They were made by students from Western and Williams High School. They are selling these items so please contact the school if you are interested. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
8 days ago, James Shuler
Three students from Western and Williams High School stand beside their both of tie-dye and craft products.  The girl int he middle is holding a tie-dye shirt.
The North Carolina Symphony put on an incredible performance for our 4th and 5th graders. 🎼 The program is always engaging and students were excited to hear some familiar songs. A perfect way to celebrate Arts in Our Schools Month! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
8 days ago, James Shuler
Photograph of the NC Symphony performing on stage for an audience of fourth and fifth grade students and staff
Talk about "future focused"! Our ABSS College and Transition Fair tonight was a great success. Thanks to everyone who participated and helped our students make informed decisions about their futures. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 days ago, Les Atkins
College representative talking to student at transition fair
College representative talking to student at college fair
College representative talking with students at college fair
marine Corps recruiters, talking to students at the college and transition fair at Holly Hill Mall.
Next time you're on I-40 near Burlington, you may just spot one of our new ABSS billboards! πŸ‘€ We have four graphics going up in rotation soon. Here's a sneak peek. You can find them in front of Cox Toyota. Thanks for the sponsor! 🌟
9 days ago, James Shuler
Graphic showing a billboard, highway, and yellow car passing by, with billboard showing two families and text, "ABSS Family University April 3rd, 5:30-7:00pm Cummings High School"
It's hard to bee-lieve! 🐝🌷 Spring has arrived and with it another reminder to check your calendars. πŸ—“ A couple Teacher Workdays and our Spring Break will be here before you know it. Save these dates!
9 days ago, James Shuler
A reminder graphic with a grass and sunny sky background, flower graphic on the bottom, a bee graphic in the top right, ABSS logo in top left, and text, "March 31st:  Teacher Workday Normal day for Early College April 7th-13th:  Spring Break Early College classes resume on the 13th April 14th:  Teacher Workday Normal day for Early College May 8th:  Early Release (All Schools) Calendar Reminders"