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!
Haw River Elementary School celebrated cultures and traditions from around the world with its own Cultural Parade this afternoon. 🎉 The parade featured students proudly holding flags representing Spanish-speaking nations. Classes walked the sidewalk showing off flags and facts while others cheered! It was a vibrant display of diversity and a great way to start the weekend. Great work to all the students and staff for this fantastic event!
¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Students and staff at Western Alamance High gathered in the Media Center today for a celebration of #HispanicHeritageMonth! 🎉 Superintendent Dr. Butler attended the event to learn more about Hispanic heritage and traditions represented within our diverse student body. We are proud of our students for putting together such an informative and fun event. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
ABSS Alert: Bus 342 from B. Everett Jordan was involved in an accident this morning. According to the Sheriff's office, the bus hit a building off Highway 87 near Judge Sharpe Road. Seven students are being treated for injuries.
ABSS families have been notified.
Our amazing principals wear many hats and keep our schools running smoothly! They lead staff, build relationships, engage our community, and more. We celebrate these hard-working leaders during #NationalPrincipalsMonth and every day! Thank you! 🙌 Who is hiding back there? 👀
⏰ Every minute matters when it comes to your child's education and future success! Consistent attendance at school results in improved academic performance, fosters better connections with peers and educators, and equips students with skills required for future accomplishments. Help ensure your child attends school on time every day and doesn't miss out on valuable learning opportunities. Together, we can make every minute count! 👍
https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/every-minute-matters
Our Family University is next Monday, October 16 from 5:30-7:30 PM at Cummings High School. Dinner and childcare (PK-5th) are provided! Learn how to better help your student succeed in school. Sessions include reading help, middle school tips, college planning, transcript guidance, parent portal support, and more! See the full list of sessions on our website: https://bit.ly/abssfamilyuniversity
No cheat codes here! A good lunch helps students "level up" by providing nutritious food for a productive day. We'd like to shout out the hardworking school nutrition staff who make sure our students are fueled up and ready to learn! Thank you! #NSLW23 #LevelUpWithSchoolLunch
Students at Eastlawn Elementary received a special visit today from firefighters at the Burlington Fire Department. 🚒 They spoke to the kids about how they work to fight fires and keep our community safe. A highlight of the visit was when the firefighters showed off their protective gear, including their fire-resistant suits, helmets, masks, and breathing equipment. While it may look big and scary to little eyes, the firefighters explained how each piece has an important purpose in protecting them from smoke, fire, and falling objects. 🔥 #ABSSCommunity
We're here at Holly Hill Mall for the High School Options Fair until noon today (10/7). Come out and learn about the amazing opportunities available in ABSS.
Big day Saturday! Our ABSS's High School Options Fair gets underway tomorrow 10/7 from 9am-noon at Holly Hill Mall. Students will get to learn about all of the high school specialty programs offered throughout ABSS. Learn about certifications, college credits, and other unique experiences available while still earning a high school diploma. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
As part of a their #HispanicHeritageMonth activities, Ms. Peterson's students have been exploring the culture of Spanish-speaking nations and discovering the incredible diversity of Hispanic heritage. ¡Vamos de fiesta! 💃🏽 The Alexander Wilson Latin Fest is tonight at 7pm and open to the #ABSSCommunity! Enjoy food, music, dance, crafts and more!
This week, fourth-grade students from B. Everett Jordan, Highland, and Haw River Elementary are on the trails, thanks to Haw River Assembly. They have an opportunity to observe insects, birds, many species of plant life, and anything else that happens to be along the trail or riverbanks. Local experts lead groups in pottery, art, lessons on runoff and river ecosystems, identifying animals by their characteristics, and much more. The day concludes with a lunch and performance from Paperhand Puppet Intervention! #ABSSCommunity #HawRiver #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
This morning, the Southeast Alamance Stallions football team spread positivity and pumped up Alexander Wilson Elementary students with high fives as they headed into school. 💪 What an awesome way to kick off a Friday! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
The 2024 Student Advisory Group started a new chapter of student advocacy with its first meeting with Dr. Butler! This group of student leaders will be meeting regularly to provide student perspectives and input on issues that impact campus life. We're excited to see this group help shape the student experience through open communication and collaboration. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Merging art with math! 🎨 These Southeast Alamance High art students gained a whole new perspective after Ms. Lampson's lesson! By overlapping objects and measuring angles, students created the illusion of depth in their 2D works. 📏 #ABSSArts #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
We are still experiencing internet and phone outages due to a service provider issue. All phones are down at this time at all school sites.