Today, Superintendent Dr. Butler, Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves, Vice Chair Ryan Bowden, and Board Member Donna Westbrooks spent the day touring our schools and engaging with students and teachers! They participated in reading strategy lessons in elementary classrooms, checked out the new Reveal Math curriculum in action, watched students weld in the new welding program, listened to the talented orchestral performers, and even played ball in P.E. classes. It was a great opportunity for our district leaders to see firsthand the wonderful teaching and learning happening across our schools. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
It was a chilly morning, but AO Elementary car riders received a warm welcome from the NJROTC from Western Alamance High! They opened doors and greeted the students as they walked to class. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
The sun was beaming down on these talented runners! ☀️ After months of hard work and training, congratulations to these Top 10 Middle School Cross-Country Boys and Girls student-athletes, with a special shout-out to Western Alamance for bringing home the gold. 💯 👏 #ABSSAthletics
🌟 Announcing our first STAR Student & Staff of the Month, both recognized at tonight's Board of Education meeting! Principals and school leadership teams nominated students based on qualities like adaptability, balance, self-reliance, and being solution-oriented. The staff members were selected based on their character and commitment to the District’s mission and vision. Join us in celebrating Hector and Mr. Watt!
🤩 Hector is a leader who excels academically while making positive contributions to his community. Specifically, he recently volunteered at a food bank and school fair, where he helped serve meals to the homeless and assisted families looking for educational programs, all while maintaining excellent grades!
⭐ Mr. Watt is an energetic and dedicated teacher who builds strong relationships with students inside and outside the classroom through personal connections, classroom games and conversations, and coaching cross country. His constant positivity and engagement make him a beloved figure at school.
These first graders at Hillcrest Elementary are buzzing with excitement as they dive into phonics and reading! They are building confidence by exploring books about farm animals, ants, puppies, and more. Their reading skills grow each day! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
The first graders at Alexander Wilson Elementary had a down-to-earth experience on Dirt Day! 🌱 They learned about composting, collected soil samples, tested absorption, searched for pipe cleaner worms, and even whipped up dirt desserts! A fun-filled day of hands-on science and exploration. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Celebrating diversity and culture! Broadview Middle's Multicultural Festival brought our community together to enjoy cultural food, dances, and exhibits. Thank you to the various organizations including @citygatedreamcenter for sponsoring this amazing event! 🙏 #ABSSCommunity
ABSS student-athletes participated in the Special Olympics Bocce Ball event at Bill Cooke Park today! They were joined by middle and high school volunteers for a day of fun and connection through sports. Participants enjoyed bocce ball, cornhole, high fives, and plenty of cheers. Thank you to Alamance Parks - Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation and Special Olympics Alamance County for organizing this wonderful event for our students! The joy on their faces shows the power of inclusive activities that bring people together. #ABSSCommunity #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Teacher representatives from each of the elementary, middle, and high schools gathered to meet with Superintendent Dr. Butler and other senior leaders. The focus of this collaborative meeting was to discuss and develop plans to further enhance academic growth and achievement for students across all grades over the next six years. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
The Graham High School PTO is celebrating 1 year of community and support! Board chair Sandy Ellington-Graves has been instrumental in getting the PTO running. To honor her strength and leadership, they presented Sandy with a pink wreath to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Superintendent Dr. Butler joined the celebration and congratulated the PTO on bringing families together and making a difference for Graham students. After a successful first year, the PTO is looking forward to continuing to build community and support Graham High! #ABSSCommunity
Shout out to our incredible school data management teams! 👏 These superstars work hard to keep our student information organized, safe, and readily available. With their sharp attention to detail and data wizardry, they expertly use their tools to manage information for students, staff, families, and reporting at all levels. Their work allows our teachers, faculty, and leaders to best serve our students. We're so grateful for all you do! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Shout out to our incredible school data management teams! 👏 These superstars work hard to keep our student information organized, safe, and readily available. With their sharp attention to detail and data wizardry, they expertly use their tools to manage information for students, staff, families, and reporting at all levels. Their work allows our teachers, faculty, and leaders to best serve our students. We're so grateful for all you do! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Last night, Cummings High School hosted the annual Fields of Faith event sponsored by the Alamance, Caswell, and Chatham FCA. Student-athletes and families from across the district gathered to showcase community spirit and sportsmanship. It was wonderful to see our young people come together, embodying values of teamwork and camaraderie. #ABSSCommunity
#ABSSDifferenceMakers | Meet Moises! He is a Participate Learning teacher from 🇭🇳 Honduras, known for its delicious 🍌 bananas, and is making a big difference in his Spanish classes at Broadview Middle. More than just teaching language, Moises fosters cross-cultural understanding, empowering students to bridge divides and see the humanity in one another! He is using his gifts to make the world a little more welcoming. https://youtu.be/SCxVOFOC4fA
We're inspired by the talented young women pursuing careers in nursing, automotive care, and carpentry through our Career and Technical Education pathways. Their passion and skills were shining bright today as our cameras passed by! 📸 All students can explore in-demand careers and gain real-world skills with our #ABSSCTE programs. The sky's the limit for the next generation of leaders and trailblazers! 🚀 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Thank you to all the families who came out last night for our Family University! We hope you found the sessions informative in supporting your child's success in school. A special thanks to those who attended the FLO (Family Led Organization) session. It was great to see so many school community members coming together and discussing how best to address key areas of engagement, communication, and more. Events like these wouldn't be possible without our hardworking staff who organized everything behind the scenes, handed out food, and presented the informative sessions. We're grateful for their efforts in making this event a success and bringing our #ABSSCommunity together. Thank you to everyone who participated and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!
An update from Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler, Sandy Ellington-Graves, and the ABSS Board of Education regarding the bus accident. All students have been released from the hospital. Link to article: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/article/1292430
"Dream big and avoid dream killers." We want to thank Special Superior Court Judge Craig Croom for visiting staff and students at Ray Street Academy today. He offered inspiring words and took the time to speak to students about their talents and potential. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
What an amazing weekend for our talented Williams High musicians! Jayden Wilson and Aslynn West represented ABSS at the UNCG Southeast Honors Strings Festival. Under the expert direction of conductor Dr. Jungho Kim, Jayden and Aslynn joined student musicians from across the region for three days of rehearsals culminating in a concert on Sunday night. #ABSSArts
Eastlawn Elementary kicked off their Friday morning with a vibrant Cultural Parade! Students proudly displayed their family's cultural heritage, wearing traditional clothes and carrying flags from countries around the world. 🌍
The parade highlighted the diversity of Eastlawn's student body and embraced students of all backgrounds. Families turned out in large numbers to support their children and experience the rich cultural traditions on display!
