Thank you to all our students, teachers, and parents for working together this week during remote learning. Tomorrow, Friday, January 30, will be an Optional Workday. That means there will be no remote learning for students tomorrow. We’re doing this so we can save our very last remote learning day for any future weather events. There will be no athletic or after-school activities tomorrow. Friday, February 13th will now be a regular school day for students instead of a teacher workday. We appreciate you being so flexible and for making this week a success. Enjoy the long weekend, and we hope to see everyone back soon! Thank you, and stay safe.

Gracias a todos nuestros estudiantes, maestros y padres por trabajar juntos esta semana durante el aprendizaje a distancia. Mañana, viernes 30 de enero, será un día de trabajo opcional. Esto significa que no habrá clases a distancia para los estudiantes mañana. Hacemos esto para reservar nuestro último día de aprendizaje a distancia para cualquier eventualidad climática futura. No habrá actividades deportivas ni extracurriculares mañana. El viernes 13 de febrero será ahora un día escolar normal para los estudiantes, en lugar de un día de trabajo para los maestros. Agradecemos su flexibilidad y por hacer de esta semana un éxito. Disfruten del fin de semana largo y esperamos verlos a todos pronto. Gracias y cuídense.
about 2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Alert graphic with the relevant optional teacher workday information

We know this has been an unusual week, and we appreciate your flexibility and support as the district prioritizes safety. ABSS will continue with Remote Learning on Thursday, January 29. Students should continue to work on their assignments. There will be no athletic or after-school activities. Please continue to check your email and our website for updates. Thanks to our Operations and Transportation crews for traveling around the county to assess road conditions. Stay safe, everyone!

Sabemos que esta ha sido una semana inusual y agradecemos su flexibilidad y apoyo mientras el distrito prioriza la seguridad. ABSS continuará con el aprendizaje a distancia el jueves 29 de enero. Los estudiantes deben seguir trabajando en sus tareas. No habrá actividades deportivas ni extracurriculares. Por favor, consulten su correo electrónico y nuestro sitio web para obtener actualizaciones. Agradecemos a nuestros equipos de Operaciones y Transporte por recorrer el condado para evaluar el estado de las carreteras. ¡Cuídense todos!

about 2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Remote Learning Day text over a photograph of icy road conditions
An icy road from the perspective of inside the car looking out the windshield
An icy road from the perspective of inside the car looking out the windshield
An icy road from the perspective of inside the car looking out the windshield
Today's Community Voice Session at Southeast Alamance has been rescheduled to next Monday, February 2nd. Doors open at 5:30 PM and the session starts at 6:00 PM. It is open to everyone! Translation services will be available. This is a great opportunity to hear from SchoolCAMP and ABSS leadership about the rezoning process and for you to share your feedback and ask questions in person. We hope to see you there! #ABSSCommunity
about 2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Community Voice Sessions reschedule announcement graphic
Due to continued hazardous road conditions, we will transition to a Remote Learning Day on Tuesday, January 27. This means all schools and facilities will be closed for students and staff. Students should work on their remote learning assignments. No athletics or afterschool activities. Remote Learning Days are flexible school days where students work at their own pace on posted assignments, also known as asynchronous work. While there are no required live classes, teachers are available during optional office hours if students have questions. Students are expected to complete all activities and reach out to their teachers if they need assistance. Work is due within five days of returning to school. View/Download our Remote Learning Guide here: https://5il.co/3tij1

Los días de aprendizaje a distancia son días escolares flexibles en los que los estudiantes trabajan a su propio ritmo en las tareas asignadas, lo que se conoce como trabajo asincrónico. Si bien no hay clases presenciales obligatorias, los profesores están disponibles durante el horario de consulta opcional para responder las preguntas de los estudiantes. Se espera que los estudiantes completen todas las actividades y se comuniquen con sus profesores si necesitan ayuda. Las tareas deben entregarse dentro de los cinco días posteriores al regreso a clases presenciales. Consulte o descargue nuestra Guía de aprendizaje a distancia aquí: https://5il.co/3tij1
about 2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Remote Learning Day informational graphic with details about January 27
We saw Lura Byrd's class at Turrentine Middle gathered around this large poster paper last Friday and knew they were working on something special. These vocabulary words are all about "leaving a legacy" and students were proud to show off their work!
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
a student pointing to the word Responsibility on a whiteboard
a small group of students holding a green poster with an outline of a person and inside or written various vocabulary words related to empathy
A smaller students on the floor gathered around a green poster writing vocabulary rewards related to empathy inside the outline of a person

We are closely monitoring the incoming winter weather. Students are bringing learning packets home today for potential remote instruction. If power outages occur, we may move to a full closure instead. Safety is our priority! Watch for updates via call, text, email, social media, and posted on our website.

Estamos monitoreando de cerca las condiciones meteorológicas invernales. Hoy los estudiantes llevarán a casa material de estudio para una posible instrucción a distancia. Si se producen cortes de energía, podríamos optar por cerrar las escuelas por completo. ¡La seguridad es nuestra prioridad! Manténganse atentos a las actualizaciones a través de llamadas, mensajes de texto, correo electrónico, redes sociales y en nuestro sitio web.

about 2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
We are closely monitoring the incoming winter weather. Students are bringing learning packets home today for potential remote instruction. If power outages occur, we may move to a full closure instead. Safety is our priority! Watch for updates via call, text, email, social media, and posted on our website.
Recognize some of these smiling faces? During today’s Teacher Workday, our school and district front office and administrative teams gathered at Hawfields Middle School for a specialized professional development session led by K12 Insights. This training was all about best practices for community engagement and professional wellness so they can continue to provide a helpful, welcoming, and supportive environment for every student and family in our community!
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
An office staff at Hawfields smiles during a professional development session
A presenter from K12 Insights gestures towards the audience at a professional development for office staff
Multiple admin staff from central office look towards a phone and poster paper during a group exercise for a professional development session
Multiple office staff from schools make a heart gesture with their hands
Office staff from schools concentrate on a group exercise around poster paper
Three admin staff smile at a professional development session
Rezoning Process: Thank you to our community members (over 3000!) who responded to the Community Survey. We invite you now to our upcoming Community Voice Sessions at Williams this Thursday or Southeast next week. Everyone is welcome! Please share your feedback with SchoolCAMP and ABSS leadership. Ongoing rezoning updates can be found on our website: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/student-assignments
about 2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Information about Rezoning Community Voice Sessions: January 22 at Williams High School January 28 at Southeast Alamance High School Community Voice Sessions You are invited to attend any of these rezoning process Community Voice Sessions to hear opinions and provide your own feedback in person. Both Community Voice Sessions will begin at 6:00 pm in the auditorium and are open to the public. Please come ready to share your feedback with SchoolCAMP and ABSS Leadership.
22 de enero en Williams High School 28 de enero en Southeast Alamance High School Sesiones de voz comunitaria Le invitamos a asistir a cualquiera de estas Sesiones de Voz Comunitaria sobre el proceso de rezonificación para escuchar opiniones y brindar su opinión en persona. Ambas Sesiones de Voz Comunitaria comenzarán a las 6:00 p. m. en el auditorio y estarán abiertas al público. Por favor, venga preparado para compartir sus comentarios con SchoolCAMP y el equipo directivo de ABSS.
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!
about 2 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
about 2 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
2 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

2 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
2 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
2 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!
2 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

2 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
3 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
3 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!
3 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!
3 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.