They're rocking the look! After spending time identifying the main idea and details in a passage about sea animals, Ms. Mills' kindergarten class at R. Homer Andrews Elementary School starred in a short video that we'll share soon! We finished just in time for lunch and pizza was on the menu. Now that's one cool combo!
4 months ago, James Shuler
A kindergarten class, most wearing black sunglasses, posed for a class photo
In Ms. Turner's Pre-K classroom at Harvey R. Newlin Elementary, every day is an opportunity to explore, create, and dream big! Pre-Kindergarten applications for the 2026-2027 school year are available starting February 2nd. We have updated our website with the application process and everything you'll need to get started: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/pre-kindergarten
4 months ago, James Shuler
A Pre-K class of about 10 students and two teachers standing behind them
Today’s joint Board of Education meeting with local elected officials was a fantastic opportunity to put our students' work in the spotlight at the Career & Technical Education Center. Guests enjoyed a delicious breakfast prepared by Ms. Tiffany King’s culinary students, set among stunning floral arrangements from Southern Alamance High School’s nationally-recognized FFA Chapter Floriculture Team. The talent continued at the tables, where visitors received custom-carved nameplates from Mr. David Miles’ carpentry students and 3D-printed letters from Mr. Bothwell’s Technology and Engineering class. These projects are perfect examples of how our hands-on #ABSSCTE programs empower students to lead, create, and prepare for the future. We’ve also included the graphics from our meeting placemats to highlight the many CTE pathways available across the district! #ThisisABSS
4 months ago, James Shuler
A small carved wooden nameplate that says Dr. Charles Parker with a 3D-printed crystal colored letter P on top of it
A staff member from the CTEC Culinary class pours coffee into a serving pot
A breakfast spread with yogurt parfaits, fresh fruit, covered silver dishes, napkins, and drink options.
A large room filled with local board members and elected officials facing one another
A beautiful floral arrangement with white, pink, and red flowers
A beautiful floral arrangement with white, pink, and red flowers
A large room filled with local board members and elected officials facing one another. Dr. Sean McWherter is presenting academic information at the front.
A carved nameplate for Senator Amy Galey with a 3D-printed G on top. Around it are a clear cup pen, glasses, and a phone with a leather case.

ABSS Families: Don’t miss your chance to weigh in! Our Attendance Zone Planning survey is open until Jan 15. We want your input before any draft maps are created. In-person Community Voice sessions will follow! https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/student-assignments

4 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Our school district is beginning a rezoning process to plan for enrollment, school capacity, and future growth. Community voice comes first. Provide your feedback! Nuestro distrito escolar está comenzando un proceso de redistribución de zonas escolares para planificar la inscripción, la capacidad de las escuelas y el crecimiento futuro. ¡La voz de la comunidad es lo primero! bit.ly/abssrezoning
That wraps up the first week of 2026! There is a lot to be proud of, including over at Grove Park Elementary. Our Pre-K learners are developing independence and social skills through hands-on play in centers. Over in Kindergarten, students are mastering sight words during Fundations, while fourth graders are diving deep into their study of Magnetism. Fifth graders have been hard at work researching Body Systems and are getting ready to share their findings with the class next week! And we have to celebrate Luna, who earned a well-deserved trip to the book vending machine thanks to her outstanding behavior and ClassDojo points. Starting the weekend with Frindle—what could be better? Enjoy your new book, Luna, and happy Friday, everyone! #ThisisABSS
4 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Four students pointing to a math problem in a workbook
Two girls work collaboratively during science time, writing in a journal in front of a Chromebook
A teacher holds up a magnetic whiteboard with colored letter tiles while her class spells words
A young girl holds up a whiteboard with letter tiles and words the, and, is spelled at the bottom
A young boy puts together a line of blue transparent blocks on a carpet
A Pre-K teacher works closely with a student to draw a picture on paper
A young girl looks up from an illuminated tile board
A teacher in a Carolina hoodie discusses something with a student in a red Nike hoodie
A young girl holds up a Frindle book she got as a prize from a book vending machine
A teacher sits in front of four students at a table as they write words on a whiteboard
These impressive pieces of pottery were all created by students in Laura Daughtry's Pottery class at Eastern Alamance High School and have been entered into the Scholastic Art & Writing Competition. Winners will be announced later this month. Titles and artists are captioned with each photo. #ABSSArt #ThisisABSS
4 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Gargoyle Mask created by Emma Varinoski, Senior
Rage Mug: Morgan Covington, Senior
Baby Seal: Peyton Bright, Junior
Multiple Personalities Mug: Isabell Marrero Padilla, Junior
Funky Box with Drawers: Charlie Huttle, Senior
Scaredy-cat and Mouse: Jose Dominguez Cruz, Senior
Coraline-inspired Noodle Bowl with Chopsticks/plates: Taylor Graham, Junior
Squid pitcher and Sgraffito Plate: Maggie Skinner, Senior
Lizard Family: Jose Dominguez Cruz, Senior
Thank you to Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realty for providing $4000 for our Beginning Teacher Support program! Kaley Miller, 5th grade teacher at Hillcrest Elementary, did an amazing job sharing about her experiences in the ABSS Grow Our Own Program, Alamance Scholars, and how teaching is her dream job! We greatly appreciate this support from our #ABSSCommunity!
4 months ago, James Shuler
ABSS staff at Allen Tate Realtors for check presentation

Thank you to the seven elected Board of Education members for School Board Appreciation Month! 🌟 They are committed to the #ABSSCommunity through their work and are advocates for our students. Read more about the Board and stay up to date on the meetings on their webpage: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/meet-the-board #schoolboardappreciation #schoolboardappreciationmonth #schoolboard

4 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Board of Education appreciation graphic with seven portraits of the board members
These fifth graders from AO Elementary took time to prepare some holiday goodie bags for the Liberty Commons residents with handmade ornaments and cards! Thanks to teacher Dana Sherwood for sharing this photo! 🎁 #ThisisABSS #ABSSCommunity
5 months ago, James Shuler
large group of fifth graders outside gathered around boxes of goodie bags
The Leadership class from Southern Alamance High School visited Twin Lakes Community to spent time with the residents. Together, they enjoyed making crafts, playing bingo, and singing carols. 🎶✨ #ABSSCommunity
5 months ago, James Shuler
Group of students from Southern High School Leadership Class in festive Christmas attire in front of a large fireplace
Leadership class from Southern Alamance High holding sheet music and singing carols in front of residents at Twin Lakes
Today, the Piedmont Triad Education Consortium (PTEC) recognized Alamance Burlington Early College at ACC and Hawfields Middle School as Signature Schools for their exemplary commitment to excellence in education. PTEC is a collaborative effort between the eighteen K-12 school districts in central North Carolina and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Two schools from each district are recognized annually as Signature Schools. We are proud of Principal Fliehman at ABEC and Principal Acome at Hawfields for their exceptional leadership. Also, massive shout-out to the staff for leading our students to success!
5 months ago, James Shuler
Six people—three men and three women—are standing side-by-side and smiling at the camera after a presentation. Two of the women hold floral arrangements, and two people are holding framed certificates. The event room is decorated for a holiday celebration.
A man in a suit stands behind a lectern and speaks into a microphone while presenting a framed certificate to two women standing beside him on a stage.
Three women stand together, with the woman in the middle holding a framed certificate. They are smiling at the camera after an award presentation.
Three women are seated together at a round table reserved for "Hawfields Middle School." They are smiling at the camera, with a large, festive centerpiece of red and white flowers on the table in front of them. Other attendees are visible in the background.
A group of five people, including two women smiling at the camera, are seated at a round table during a formal indoor event. A centerpiece of red and white flowers and greenery is in the middle of the table, which is set with coffee cups and printed programs.
A close-up shot of a festive centerpiece featuring red roses, white flowers, and greenery. A card on a stand above the centerpiece reads, "Reserved for Hawfields Middle School." Attendees are seated in the background.
A student ensemble, primarily string players (violins, cellos, and a bass), performs on a blue carpeted stage area. A large screen in the background displays the text: "PIEDMONT TRIAD EDUCATION CONSORTIUM, A Collaboration for Education."
A close-up shot of four young string musicians performing: one violinist, two cellists, and a double bass player
A group photo of ten young people, likely the student ensemble, standing together and facing the camera. They are all dressed in black attire.
A quick hour on the move at Graham High School clearly shows high levels of academic rigor and student engagement across campus! Ms. Surgeon paused for a photo with one of her students in Interior Design as they were deep into research on NYC living costs and floor plans. The Fire Academy juniors were sharpening their emergency prep time with equipment weighing over 40 pounds! Next, we visited the GHS Teacher of the Year, Ms. Walsh, whose AP Government class was engaged in a dynamic Blooket review with students competing for points. Assistant Principal Mr. Barfield even joined in but ultimately couldn't top the charts. Meanwhile, Ms. Teachout’s dance students were perfecting their routines for this Friday's Winter Concert. Very impressive choreography! We also caught Ms. Egli’s PE class working on their jumpers, students laser-focused in Ms. Daniels' social studies class, and the Student Services team collaborating to meet student needs. It's inspiring to see this level of commitment from our students and staff every day!
5 months ago, James Shuler
A smiling female student and a teacher (Ms. Surgeon) pose together in a brightly lit classroom, holding up a drawing of a floor plan with notes on it, related to interior design and living costs research.
Two male students in Fire Academy casual uniform stand in a readiness exercise room with multiple piles of disassembled protective gear (turnout gear) on the floor, ready for them to practice dressing quickly.
Three students wearing full Fire Academy protective gear, including masks and helmets, stand with firefighting tools and instructor. This relates to the Fire Academy juniors' preparation time.
A teacher (likely Ms. Walsh or Ms. Daniels) is seated at a table, smiling at two female students who are looking down at open notebooks and working on laptops. This relates to the AP Government Blooket review or Ms. Daniels' social studies class.
A group of six adults (three women and three men) are seated around a large conference table, all looking at their open laptops and discussing notes. This represents the Student Services team planning together.
A male student in a red sweatshirt is leaning forward, intensely writing on a document at his desk with a pencil, a laptop open next to him. This represents a student hard at work in social studies or another class.
Dance students in a large auditorium practice a routine on the stage, kneeling with hands near their faces, while their instructor (Ms. Teachout) watches from the middle of the stage. This relates to preparing for the Winter Concert.
Three male students holding basketballs pose together on a wooden gymnasium floor. This relates to students working on their jumpers in PE with Ms. Egli.
#ABSSAlert | Due to a hazardous weather outlook and winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service for our area, Alamance-Burlington School System will be closed for all students and staff today, Monday, December 8, 2025.

This means all schools and facilities will be closed for students and staff, and there will be no after school activities. Forecasts show a rain and snow mix beginning mid-morning, transitioning to all snow early afternoon.

We tracked the weather overnight, hoping to avoid a closure and preserve instructional time with our students. We understand that late calls are difficult for everyone, and we appreciate your understanding.

Please stay safe!
5 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Alert message indicating schools are closed on Monday, December 8th

Due to the forecast of below-freezing temperatures accompanied by precipitation, ABSS will be closed for all students and staff tomorrow, Friday, December 5th. This includes all after-school activities. We have made this decision out of caution to ensure the safety of our school community.

6 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Important weather message cancelling school on Friday, December 5th
During Monday's Board of Education meeting, the 2026-2027 academic calendar's latest draft was unanimously approved. The updated version moves required workdays to Monday or Friday. We sincerely appreciate the valuable and extensive feedback provided by our community. You can download the calendars here: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/documents/district-information/calendars/350847
6 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Calendar graphic with ABSS logo and text Now Available: 2026-2027 Academic Calendar
We treasure our school treasurers! ✨ They gathered today for a quick meeting of the minds and we saw a good opportunity to capture a group photo. School finances are in good hands with this group working with care and precision! #ThisisABSS
6 months ago, James Shuler
Large group photo of school treasurers lined up in front of a large projector screen

Remote medical care is now available at R. Homer Andrews Elementary School through a partnership with Cone Health! Today, members of the community including Cone Health representatives, School Board, County Commissioner Kelly Allen, Burlington Pediatrics, and Impact Alamance, joined Principal Benson and Dr. Fleming for the official unveiling of the telehealth program at Andrews! 🏥 🧑‍⚕️

Cone Health’s school-based telehealth program partners with ABSS to reduce chronic absenteeism and increase student wellness by providing convenient, on-site healthcare. The program places a trained staff member in the school who facilitates a virtual medical appointment between the student, their parent/guardian (joining remotely), and a healthcare provider (physician or nurse practitioner). Using specialized equipment like electronic stethoscopes and high-definition cameras, the provider can diagnose and treat minor illnesses such as strep throat, flu, and earaches, administer immediate care, and send prescriptions to a local pharmacy. Crucially, the visits are covered by most insurance, and are provided at no cost to uninsured families, allowing students to receive care quickly and return to class the same day, preventing missed instructional time.

We're thankful for our partnership with Cone and the benefits this program will provide for our students and families! ❤️

6 months ago, James Shuler
A group of nine individuals, including school officials, Cone Health representatives, and community partners (including Dr. Fleming and Principal Ray), posing for a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the school hallway to officially launch the telehealth program.
A candid, joyful group shot of several adults—including school and health officials—smiling and laughing while standing in a line in the school hallway.
A woman, likely the school's trained telepresenter, smiles while standing next to a wall display and a hanging banner that reads "School Based Telehealth, A Service of Cone Health."
Three adults—a man in a plaid jacket, a smiling woman in a tan blazer, and a man in a suit—standing and talking in a small group near a door in the school hallway.
Close-up of two colorful, handmade cards tied with a ribbon. One card reads "YOU Help Heal From Anywhere!" and the other shows a drawing of a hospital and reads "Thank you to telehealth."
Group photo in a school hallway showing four smiling adults: two women in the front (one with short gray hair, one in a floral top and light jacket) and two men slightly behind them, all likely Cone Health and school partners at the event.
Three men in suits and ties standing together in a school hallway. The man on the right holds a small, colorful, handmade "Thank you to telehealth team" booklet. These are likely officials and partners celebrating the program launch.
A woman in a light jacket and brown pants smiles while standing next to a large blue handmade sign on the wall that reads "Andrews Telehealth" with a red heart.
A group of officials, including a man in a distinguished plaid jacket, standing and engaging in a conversation in the school hallway during the telehealth program launch event.
Look for a big white bus in the upcoming Graham and Mebane parades! Routing Coordinator Ja Quan Haith shared this photo from the Burlington parade on Saturday. If you're interested in joining this jolly crew and having a mobile office with lots of windows, you can apply online here: https://abss.schoolspring.com. While it's soon to be the season for red and green, we think you'll look good in yellow! #ThisisABSS
6 months ago, James Shuler
ABSS bus drivers standing in front of a white activity bus decorated for a Christmas parade
What an incredible week for our Alamance Virtual School middle schoolers! From November 10-14, Ms. Tonya Dobson's science class had the adventure of a lifetime at Yellowstone National Park. Students learned directly from experts—renowned wolf observer Rick McIntyre, wolf researcher Taylor Rabe, Yellowstone Forever's field education manager Sam Archibald, and guide Melissa Dowland—exploring everything from wildlife and plants to the park's stunning geological and geothermal features. And as if that wasn't enough, they even witnessed the Northern Lights!
6 months ago, James Shuler
Group of middle school students and teacher posing at the Yellowstone National Park entrance sign with mountains and evergreen trees in the background
Students gathered in a circle outdoors listening to an instructor during a field lesson in the Yellowstone area with rolling hills in the background
Park ranger or guide speaking to a group of middle school students outdoors at Yellowstone with historic buildings and mountains visible behind them
Group photo of students and teacher at night with the Northern Lights displaying green and pink colors in the sky above mountains
Students relaxing and gathered in a cozy living room during their Yellowstone trip with leather couches and warm lighting
Congratulations to these Western Alamance High School students selected for prestigious All State honors at the NC Music Educators Conference! 🌟
🎤 Hunter Wilson - Soprano 1, NC Honors Choir (under the direction of Chorus Director Sean Lucier)
🎺 Christian Boudreault - Trumpet, All State Orchestra (pictured with Band Director Michael Jefferson)
There are All State events throughout the year, so we look forward to sharing more good news!
6 months ago, James Shuler
Photo of Hunter Wilson holding flowers and an Honor Chorus black folder
Photo of Christian Boudreault with Band Director Michael Jefferson on stage