Calendar reminder: All schools and offices are closed next Monday, January 15th to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
These 8th-grade Hawfields Middle School scientists are engaged in hands-on learning this morning extracting DNA 🧬 from juicy strawberries using lab techniques and equipment like micropipettes! 🍓#StudentCenteredFutureFocused
#ABSSAlert | Due to downed trees and water intrusion inside some buildings from roof leaks that occurred during the storm, we will operate on a 2 hour delay for students Wednesday, Jan 10 to allow our team time to fully assess campuses before students arrive. Safety is our top priority as we work to address storm impacts. Staff should use caution if coming in before the delay. Please communicate with your principal or supervisors if you will be delayed in your arrival in the morning.
Due to severe weather conditions later today, we are canceling our afternoon Board of Education work session. We will move all agenda items to our evening meeting on January 22. Central Services will close today at 1 p.m. All support staff will be working remotely for the remainder of the afternoon.
Early Dismissal Alert: Due to an upgraded risk from the National Weather Service this evening, ABSS will dismiss elementary students at 11am and middle and high at noon on Tuesday. All after-school activities including after-school child care are cancelled. Staff will have the option to work remotely once bus routes are completed.
Weather Statement for Tuesday, January 9th: We are closely monitoring the current forecast to ensure the safety of our students and staff. While we prioritize instructional time, safety remains our top concern. As of now, a final decision regarding early dismissal will be made tomorrow morning. Please prepare accordingly. All after-school activities for Tuesday are canceled.
Congratulations to the fifth graders at Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary on completing the D.A.R.E. program this year! We're so proud of you for your hard work learning about making safe and healthy choices. Thank you to the wonderful teachers who supported the students all year long, and especially to Sgt. Chad Laws for dedicating his time to equip our students with the knowledge and skills to live empowered, safe lives. The future is brighter because of leaders like you investing in our community's youth. Great job!
Due to the inclement weather forecast, we have decided to delay all activities scheduled for tomorrow (1/6) until 10am. There will be no practices, games, or events held before 10am on any campus. If conditions worsen, we will make a call Saturday morning to potentially modify this plan. Stay warm and safe!
Save the Date! 🗓️ Join us for a fun and informative evening at the last Family University of the year, January 29th at Cummings High School! 🌟 A light dinner will be provided at no cost to families before you choose from many useful sessions on topics like registering for high school courses, career and technical education opportunities, and elementary reading and math strategies. Several sessions will also be available in Spanish (Algunas sesiones también estarán disponibles en español.) Childcare will be available for children from Pre-K to 5th grade, so the whole family can participate. The Family University is a great chance to get helpful information while connecting with other families and teachers. We hope to see you there - don't miss this valuable opportunity to support your student's growth and education!
Our community is currently experiencing a power outage. Restoration is expected within an hour. We're continuing classes as our building is warm and suitable. We will communicate further if necessary.
Beyond the Brush: After 26 years of teaching art at Western Middle School, Dana Wheeler is still finding new ways to inspire her students. Over this year's winter break, Ms. Wheeler experimented with a paint-pouring technique to create stunning abstract art on canvas. 🎨 She mixed paints in a cup and then poured them over the canvas, using a hair dryer or straw to manipulate the paint into eye-catching flows and swirls. 🌀 Now her students are creating their own masterpieces using this technique! #ABSSArts #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
For #SchoolBoardMonth, we would like to recognize our Board members who spend countless hours crafting policies, listening to stakeholders, and recognizing outstanding programs - all aimed at advancing public education and student achievement. Thank you, ABSS Board members, for serving our #ABSSCommunity!
📷 Back Row, Left to Right: Chuck Marsh, Dr. Charles Parker, Dan Ingle, Seneca Rogers
📷 Front Row, Left to Right: Ryan Bowden, Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler, Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves, Vice Chair Donna Westbrooks
Looking for a rewarding job that fits your schedule? We are hiring nutrition employees - no nights, weekends, or holidays are required. 🍎As a school nutrition worker, you'll have the same schedule as your kids, making this the perfect opportunity for parents. We also offer split positions! Gain experience in the food and hospitality industry while making a real difference for students.
💻 Apply online: https://abss.ted.peopleadmin.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1258
Dashing into the new year, we hope all our families had a great holiday break. We wanted to post this reminder that school resumes tomorrow, January 2nd, on a normal schedule. This is a teacher workday for ABEC students. Wishing everyone in our #ABSSCommunity a very happy 2024!
Alamance-Burlington students, staff, and families - we hope your holidays are full of warmth, love, and making magical memories! Happy holidays! ✨❤️ We'll see you back on January 2nd (ABEC Teacher Workday). #ABSSCommunity
After over 50 years of service to our country and community, beloved JROTC instructor Master Chief Dirk Butler is retiring from Western High School. For over a decade, Master Chief Butler has mentored the next generation of leaders, instilling his cadets with courage, leadership, and community values.
Beyond instruction, Master Chief Butler demonstrated deep care and commitment to students by attending their games, competitions, and events over the years. His unwavering support has left a profound impact on so many young lives.
As Master Chief Butler sets sail into retirement, we salute all he has given our school and thank him for his service. Fair winds and following seas in your next voyage, Master Chief!
Be sure to listen to the latest episode of Southeast Alamance High School's student podcast. ABSS Board Chair Sandy Ellington Graves sat down with Student Body President Nsima Ikpe for a straight-from-the-heart talk before heading to Hillcrest Elementary for a festive pajama party.
Ms. Ellington Graves talks openly about her breast cancer diagnosis and the life lessons she has learned along the way. She also gives students some advice about planning their future.
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vEuJ1sgGi2SLgx98T6OAN?si=_eY2vNSdSmScnoQ0wpVMQA
Western High School students shone brightly today by putting together a festive holiday brunch, from concept to clean-up. Students from Foods 1 & 2, Interior Design, Adaptive Curriculum, and Western's Chorus demonstrated phenomenal teamwork in planning and executing every detail of the event. Several ABSS Board of Education members, administrators, and Central Services staff attended.
The Foods students prepared multiple made-from-scratch dishes complete with holiday place settings. Each student played their part in delivering an incredible meal and event. Their talent, dedication and collaboration on full display made us so proud!
Events like these truly showcase the best of our students! 🤩
All aboard! 🚂🎅❄️ Hillcrest Elementary was transformed into a wintry wonderland this week as students took a magical round trip to the North Pole via The Polar Express. After getting their golden ticket stamped, they boarded the "train" in the gym and listened as Media Specialist Ms. Mann read the classic story while enjoying hot cocoa and cookies. 🍪🥤The hardworking staff went above and beyond to create decorations that really enhanced the experience. This will be a day the students won't forget!
Elon Elementary students were treated to a toe-tapping performance today thanks to the talented Western Alamance High School Jazz Band! 🎷🥁 The musicians played jazzy renditions of holiday classics that had the whole gym clapping and singing along. 👏
Band director Michael Jefferson introduced the high schoolers and their instruments, giving the Elon students an idea of each one's role and sound. Perhaps we'll see some of them take up the saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or other instruments when they reach middle school! 🎺
We're grateful to Mr. Jefferson and the WA Jazz Band for the fantastic performance! 🎄❤️
