Chromebooks, roll out! ๐Ÿ’ป ๐Ÿšš Our technicians have worked over the summer to prepare these devices to aid students in their educational journey and will provide support throughout the year to ensure they are up to the task. Thanks for all you do! ๐Ÿ™Œ #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 months ago, James Shuler
Technician Eric Ray and Media Specialist Tim Johnson standing behind stacks of hundreds of Chromebooks
It's the first day of school for Alamance Burlington Early College at ACC and these Cobras are ready for another amazing journey of learning and growth. Teachers and students were engaged immediately and kicked off the new year with enthusiasm. Here's to an inspiring year ahead! ๐Ÿคฉ #ABSSBacktoSchool #ABSSFirstDay #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 months ago, James Shuler
Early College students sitting around a table with Chromebooks giving thumbs up
An ABEC teacher stands besides tables of students all smiling towards the camera
Early College staff cheer together in the hallway to celebrate the first day of school
A teacher is in front of a window explaining an icebreaker activity to the class standing in front of the whiteboard
Our ABSS Board Chair opened our leadership retreat today with an inspiring message. She emphasized the 3 Cs - Communication, Compassion, and Compromise - as the foundation for our journey ahead. The room is engaged and eager to begin the school year. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 months ago, Les Atkins
board chair speaking at leadership retreat. standing at podium.
Dr Butler speaking at leadership retreat with overview on screen behind him
Sandy Ellington-Graves speaking at leadership retreat
We just got the ๐Ÿ”‘ to Southeast Alamance High School. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿงก Local elected officials and media walked the halls to see the innovative learning spaces, gymnasium, cafeteria, and classrooms. Save the date: our Ribbon Cutting โœ‚๏ธ and Dedication Day is October 30th! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 months ago, James Shuler
Principal Yarbrough talks to local elected officials and media in the halls at Southeast Alamance High School
Principal Yarbrough talks to local elected officials and media in the cafeteria at Southeast Alamance High School
Principal Yarbrough talks to local elected officials and media in the gymnasium at Southeast Alamance High School
Students eat lunch outside the cafeteria on blue tables
Sneak peek! Our ABSS Board of Education checked out the shiny new Southeast Alamance HS this week before summer school starts next week! Still some last minute magic happening before the halls are filled on August 28th. The countdown is on! ๐Ÿš€ #StudentCenteredFutureFocused!
9 months ago, Les Atkins
Southeast Stallion Logo on gym floor with Board members in background
Board of Education and ABSS Administrator  in Food Lab
Board of Education and ABSS Administrators in science lab
exterior front of building with Southeast Alamance High School (Main Entrance) signs visible.
Some of the students who completed the ABSS/Burlington Sock Puppets Summer Reading Challenge were honored this week at the ballpark! They also got to meet the team and enjoy the game. Congratulations and keep reading! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 months ago, Les Atkins
kids walking around bases at Sock Puppets Game
playing signing ball for student
players before game on field
player giving mascot a high five and student
Our technology student interns have been hard at work this summer preparing laptops for back to school! The annual internship is part of the ABSS Career Technical Education program. Students gain knowledge while helping our tech department repair screens and keyboards. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 months ago, Les Atkins
student working on a laptop in warehouse
Your students are probably just as excited to come to school as you are, Mrs. Chick! #ABSSAskStaff
9 months ago, James Shuler
Photo of Shannon Cheek overlayed on top of a gray background with text "Shannon Cheek Alexander Wilson Elementary Why do you love working in ABSS? There is something so special about coming to work every day and seeing all my co-workers and students. I love the special connections that I have with each of them. Kids get so excited to see me and exclaim "Hi Mrs. Chick!!" and it warms my heart. I love that my co-workers have become my closest friends. I couldn't ask for a better place to work!"
The final touches are being put on the all new Southeast Alamance High School. Teachers move in next week to prepare classrooms. We can't wait to see students filling the halls and pursuing academic excellence when classes begin August 28. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 months ago, Les Atkins
Aerial image of Southeast Alamance High School
Aerial image of Southeast Alamance High School
Aerial image of Southeast Alamance High School
Aerial image of Southeast Alamance High School
Heads up - We are making changes to our website to make navigation easier. ๐Ÿ”ง The top menu has been condensed and the large drop-down Menu is gone. It is more mobile-friendly too. Check it out! ๐Ÿ“ฑhttps//www.abss.k12.nc.us
9 months ago, James Shuler
A screenshot of the ABSS website with an overlayed graphic of a construction sign with text Website Update
Our partnership with @elonuniversity in exposing ABSS students to future careers in medicine has once again been a huge success. The Start Early in Medicine initiative just wrapped up for the summer. With hands-on learning and working with professionals, these students are gaining knowledge and inspiration to become future medical professionals. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
9 months ago, Les Atkins
Student standing in front of plastic human organ demonstration
students dissecting a heart with instructors overlooking their work.
students dissecting heart
students at a table dissecting a heart
The Sock Puppets, Whiff, and Socksquatch all know how fun summer reading can be! Our special All-Star Reading Program recognition night at the ballpark is this Wednesday, July 26th! Have a completed reading card? There is still time to turn it in and collect your prize pack! https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/summer-reading-program #GoSockPuppets
9 months ago, James Shuler
A Sock Puppets baseball player showing a picture book to a student while other students watch from the carpet.  The mascot Socksquatch sits off to the side.
Pass the popcorn! ๐Ÿฟ Pitcher on the mound with a runner on first. Thanks to Lindsay Russell for sharing this moment in time at Williams High School taken around 1970! ๐Ÿ“ท โšพ #ABSSTBT #TBT
9 months ago, James Shuler
Old photograph of a baseball game taken at Williams High School around 1970
In 2009, Burlington Police Department-NC Officer Mike Medley was a cadet in the Junior Police Academy. This week, he returned to share his powerful story of how the experience shaped his life's journey to become an officer. His journey shows students how programs like this academy can open doors and positively impact lives. The cadets now see how they too could follow a similar path of service and leadership. #ABSSDifferenceMakers https://youtu.be/mlxeylbc_7M
9 months ago, James Shuler
Officer Mike Medley getting out of his police cruiser
A huge thanks to our #ABSSCommunity who donated to the Alamance Chamber Classroom Collection! ๐Ÿ™ Our ABSS Team, along with Labcorp and the Chamber, started shopping for school supplies today with donated funds, which are still being accepted through August 11. All donated supplies will be distributed by school social workers to students with the greatest need. ๐ŸŽ’ https://www.alamancechamber.com/ac-program/classroom-collection-campaign/
9 months ago, James Shuler
ABSS staff browsing school supplies at Walmart
Labcorp staff placing school supplies in a shopping cart at Walmart
Labcorp staff placing school supplies in a shopping cart at Walmart
#ABSSAskStaff | Our teachers play an invaluable role in shaping the minds and futures of students, from ABCs to college and career options! Thank you, Hannah!
10 months ago, James Shuler
Teacher feature graphic with a portrait of Hannah Morris on a gray background with text, "#ABSSAskStaff Why do you love working in ABSS? "I love that I am treated as a professional and trusted to make sound educational choices for our students." Hannah Morris Eastlawn Elementary"
We have partnered with Alamance Chamber for their annual Classroom Collection Campaign to gather school supplies for students in need. โœ๏ธ Their website has supply lists, public drop site locations, and more information! Please share! https://www.alamancechamber.com/ac-program/classroom-collection-campaign/
10 months ago, James Shuler
Chalkboard with school supplies and backpack off to the side with text Classroom Collection Campaign and ABSS logo
The Fox 8 story on our #ABSSCTE Biomedical Boot Camp is live! The camp offers hands-on experiences for rising 8th and 9th graders, exposing participants to various medical fields, providing valuable insights and potential career pathways in the biomedical industry. https://myfox8.com/spotlight/whats-right-with-our-schools/triad-students-participate-in-biomedical-boot-camp/
10 months ago, James Shuler
Congrats to Matthew Gardner from Williams and Hayden Todd-Gesty from Eastern! They have been performing in France, Switzerland, Germany & Austria over a two-week period as part of the NC Ambassador of Music Band comprised of 140 musicians. The talented pair earned this honor while at Hawfields Middle and made All-District Band. So proud of these two representing ABSS around the globe! ๐ŸŒ โœˆ๏ธ #StudentCenteredFutureFocused #ABSSArts
10 months ago, James Shuler
Matthew Gardner wearing black t-shirt and Hayden Todd-Gesty wearing red hoodie outside on a cobblestone brickyard during a European trip as part of NC Ambassador of Music Band
ICYMI: Macy from Elon Elementary was Van's Weather Kid last week. She presented the forecast with confidence and a bright smile! ๐ŸŒž Well done, Macy! https://myfox8.com/spotlight/vans-weather-kids/vans-weather-kid-macy-dollar/
10 months ago, James Shuler