
#ABSSAlert | Due to current weather conditions, ABSS will remain closed for students and staff on Monday, January 6, 2025.


#ABSSAlert | Due to current and forecast weather conditions, all ABSS schools will operate on a 2-hour delay on Monday, January 6. Buses and schools will run two hours later than their normal start times and there is no change to the dismissal time. Please continue to monitor email and social media for any additional updates.


The Hawfields Middle School AYLA (Alamance Youth Leadership Academy) Cohort has demonstrated exceptional leadership and community service through their recent Give a Kid a Coat clothing drive. From December 5-20, students collected 1,252 clothing items, including coats, pants, shirts, and other essential apparel. This represents a remarkable increase from last year's collection of 99 items!
AYLA students took initiative in promoting the drive, creating promotional materials and encouraging participation throughout the school community. The collected clothing items will be distributed to support students at Hawfields Middle School, Garrett Elementary, Alexander Wilson Elementary, and Southeast Middle School.
Special thanks to the AYLA students for their outstanding effort, to Social Studies teacher and AYLA leader Ryan Leonard for his guidance, and to all the families, staff, and community members who donated clothing items. Their collective efforts will help meet the clothing needs of our students this winter and beyond!



What happens when engineering skills meet community needs? Just ask Preston and Toby!
Under the guidance of CTEC Technology and Engineering Instructor Joshua Bothwell, Western High senior Preston Bays turned an idea into an inspiring engineering project. When Toby's family was looking for a better way to mount flags on his motorized wheelchair for games and school events, Preston stepped up to the challenge.
Using 3D printing technology and multiple prototypes, Preston created a custom cantilever mount that fits perfectly on Toby's wheelchair. Each iteration was carefully documented in his Engineering Design Journal, showing the real-world application of engineering principles. The result? A lightweight, secure solution that makes it easy to swap different flags while protecting the wheelchair.
This is what innovation with heart looks like - students using their skills to make a real difference! A special thank you to Mr. Bothwell for facilitating this impactful collaboration.



From block coding to game creation - Graham Middle students unlocked their inner developers today! Ms. Grayson's class welcomed the NC A&T Innovation Station for an engaging video game design workshop. Students worked with Scratch programming software to create their own games while learning fundamental design concepts.
Special thanks to #ABSSCTE Career Development Coordinator Shae Sykes for organizing this opportunity and to Semaj T. Johnson from Cooperative Extension at A&T for leading this exciting #STEM experience!








Today we celebrate the incredible Athletic Directors who work tirelessly to create opportunities for our student-athletes to excel both on and off the field. Your dedication to fostering excellence, sportsmanship, and character development makes a lasting impact on our community.
Leading the way is our exceptional District Athletic Director Todd Davis, whose unwavering commitment to student success sets the standard for excellence. Through his visionary leadership and genuine care for young athletes, he continues to elevate our entire athletic program to new heights.
And a heartfelt thank you to our outstanding school Athletic Directors:
Middle Schools:
⭐ Broadview Middle - Adam Watkins
⭐ Graham Middle - Bernard Fuller
⭐ Hawfields Middle - Lavar Marsh
⭐ Southern Middle - Cecilio Mitchell
⭐ Turrentine Middle - Allen Wolff
⭐ Western Middle - Nicholas Coller
⭐ Woodlawn Middle - Alec Dement
High Schools:
⭐ Cummings High - Cherie Pettiford
⭐ Eastern High - Brad Costa
⭐ Graham High - Kyle Ward
⭐ Southeast Alamance High - William (BJ) Condron
⭐ Southern High - Stephanie Smith
⭐ Western High - Sean Quinn
⭐ Williams High - Robert (Bob) Grant
Your leadership inspires excellence, builds character, and creates lasting memories for our student-athletes. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to athletics and education in our community!


Congratulations to Alexander Wilson principal Ashley Westmoreland – now Dr. Westmoreland! – on completing her doctorate. What an awesome accomplishment, a testament to her perseverance, dedication, and unwavering commitment to educational leadership.


❄️🎅 Elon Elementary's fourth graders brightened the day at Twin Lakes Community, bringing holiday cheer through song and dance! These talented students performed a special program, organized by music teacher Ms. Giraldo, featuring winter favorites and holiday classics, complete with spoken performances that showcased their hard work and enthusiasm. The residents were treated to an incredible show and some were clapping and singing along! Keep an eye out for video highlights coming soon! 🎶 ✨








What I Learned This Week: Estrella from AO Elementary - Would you rather be one of Santa's elves or reindeer? 🎅 This 2nd grader confidently shares her answer! Big shout-out to Mrs. Napier for teaching writing strategies so effectively! Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dn-QTYfcgT0


The Board of Education welcomed four new members at tonight's swearing-in ceremony: Sandy Ellington-Graves, Tameka Harvey, Avery Wagoner, and Seneca Rogers. These leaders will serve our students, families, and community through their work on the school board.


Welcome back! Did you watch the Macy's Thanksgiving parade on TV and spot Tristan from Eastern Alamance High School playing trumpet? 👀 Many schools had their own parades prior to the break, including Elon Elementary! Each class brought special themes to life in their pre-break parade - from literary connections to Global Goals. Art teacher Ms. Smith worked with every student to create unique pieces, while Media Specialist Ms. Hopper created the script and program, narrated by Principal Hurdle! Special guests included Dash robots, piloted by Robotics Club members! Families lined the campus walkways to watch their proud Lil' Phoenix march. 🦃









🌍 Hallo! Our Elon Elementary Lil' Phoenix received a special visit from Leni Henne, a Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program (CBYX) student from Mering, Germany. Currently a junior at Western Alamance High School, Leni shared fascinating insights about German culture, teaching our students common phrases like "Hallo" (Hello) and "Danke" (Thank you). Before saying "Auf Wiedersehen" (Goodbye), she treated students to delicious homemade cookies that gave them a sweet taste of home! 🇩🇪🇺🇸




🦃 Look who's talking turkey! Our cafeterias were buzzing with this optional holiday feast on the menu across the district today!
Many going through the lunch line, including these smiling staff and students at Smith Elementary, chose this special menu of tender turkey, savory herbed dressing and gravy, creamy mashed potatoes and homestyle green beans, with delicious apple cobbler! Regular menu items were available too.
Special thanks to all our wonderful School Nutrition teams for serving up these cozy choices!






🦅 Watch this Eagle spread his wings in NYC!
Eastern Alamance High School sophomore Tristan Garrett has earned a coveted spot in the Macy's Great American Marching Band playing trumpet and will join 135 talented musicians from across the nation to perform in the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! 🦃
Watch for Tristan marching through the streets of New York City this Thanksgiving Day on NBC/Peacock and also tune in to FOX8 next Monday for a special feature, including interviews with Tristan and Band Director Mr. Crotts! 📺




🎨 Ms. Presley's 5th grade artists at South Mebane Elementary explored the art of color blending through creative pumpkin designs for the Cone Health Art Show. Each student added their own unique touches and there were many entries on display!
A huge congratulations to these top 3 and thanks to Cone Health MedCenter in Mebane for the exhibition, judging, and awards!
🥇 Emma K.
🥈 Kai M.
🥉 Lily N.
We're so proud of your artistic achievements! ✨






All schools will be closed on Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. Be sure to follow our social media then as we highlight and honor several ABSS veterans who are valued members of our #ABSSCommunity. Thanks to all veterans for your service and sacrifice.


🎵 What an incredible day with our 4th graders at the North Carolina Symphony's Education Concert at Walter M. Williams High School!
From Beethoven to Tchaikovsky, our students experienced the magic of orchestral music up close and personal. The symphony took our students on a musical journey exploring different elements like rhythm, dynamics, and form, and watching their faces light up when they recognized familiar pieces was priceless!
Throughout the concert, students gave rousing ovations to each section of the orchestra - from the soaring strings to the booming percussion. Their genuine excitement and appreciation echoed throughout the concert hall!
Special shoutout to the North Carolina Symphony for making classical music engaging and accessible for our students. These educational concerts truly help bring music education to life! 🎻🎺🥁


📚 ✨ Exciting day at R. Homer Andrews Elementary School with WFMY News 2 Read 2 Succeed program! Our students had a blast learning from Meghann Mollerus and Meteorologist Christian Morgan about how reading powers careers in journalism, meteorology, and beyond.
Andrews staff and students brought incredible spirit to the gym, joining in a special reading song, and some even took their turn as news anchors! Catch this event on WFMY News 2 tomorrow at 6 AM and 9 AM. 🎤📺









Calendar Reminder: All ABSS schools will be closed Tuesday, November 5th for a scheduled teacher workday, except for ABEC which will operate on its regular schedule.


🛠️ Amazing things are happening in Mr. Miller's CTE Education Technology classes at Southern Alamance Middle School. These 7th & 8th graders are showcasing their talents by combining woodworking, CAD design, craftsmanship, and math to create stunning projects like laser-etched cutting boards and picnic tables. From digital design to hands-on construction, these students, under the guidance of Mr. Miller, are mastering valuable trade skills every step of the way. Now that's what we call building success! ✨ #ABSSCTE #StudentCenteredFutureFocused




