Incredible support for students in the Alamance-Burlington School System! 💗 Each year, the planning committee of The ROAR Women's Symposium event, hosted by the Alamance Chamber, is dedicated to making a community impact. Event attendees demonstrated their generosity this year by donating 20,747 feminine hygiene products. Your contributions are greatly appreciated. Thank you for making a difference in our community! #ABSSCommunity
🥇 The Cummings Cavaliers dominated the NCHSAA 2A Women's Track and Field Championship, securing their 17th title. 🏆 Cummings freshman D'Anna Cotton played a significant role, earning 32 points with wins in the high jump and triple jump events. She also achieved third-place finishes in the 100 and 300 Meter Hurdles. Jonathan Paylor won the 2A Boys 400 Meter Dash with an impressive time, while Gabe Ocampo from Eastern placed third in the pole vault event. Impressive performances by these student-athletes! 👏 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Congratulations to our GHS Pre-Collegiate Academy Class of 2023. They were awarded more than $1.2 million in college scholarships, completed 1200+ semester hours of college credit, and 15 obtained Associate degrees from ACC. Best of luck to you all on your next chapter! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
This talented group of Southern Alamance High students performed their grand finale for students, staff, and families! They have been working all semester on the special dance, thanks to help from the National Honor Society of Dance Arts! 🙌 🕺💃
It's a bittersweet day as Early College wraps up the school year! 🎓 The senior awards night was an absolute highlight, featuring a new tradition where each graduate received their last regalia piece from a person who played a pivotal role in their life. See you at graduation! 🙌💙
AO Elementary's field day was a hit! 🌟 Students enjoyed an exciting day of games and fun and were treated to lunch from the ABSS MAC'S Diner (Meals for Alamance County Students) food truck. A special thanks to the Nutrition Department for ensuring our students have access to healthy meals, fueling them for an active day of play. 🍎🥕 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Thanks to our ABSS Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves and Vice Chair Ryan Bowden for being part of our Teacher Advisory Council meeting today. It was great to hear your perspective as Board Members and you passionate support for our District. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Update: The lockdown has been lifted at Cummings High following the report of a weapon. BPD made a thorough sweep of the building. No weapon was found. The student who reportedly had the gun was identified. Thanks to our administrators and BPD for ensuring the safety of our students and staff.
Alert: We had an incident today in which a student reported another student having a gun at Cummings High. Burlington Police asked us to go into a lockdown while they investigate. Please do not report to campus. We will communicate once we learn more.
Lights, camera, collaboration! 🎭 Ms. Webb's First Graders from Garrett Elementary and Ms. Westbrook's Eighth Graders from Hawfields Middle joined forces to perform a Fractured Fairy Tale play inspired by The Three Little Pigs. 🐷 They worked hard throughout April and May, reading, writing scripts, making sock puppets, and creating the illustrated backgrounds. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
The ABSS Board of Education will honor the 2022-23 retirees this Monday, May 22, 2023 at its regular meeting. Due to capacity limits, the meeting will be held at Highland Elementary School's multi-purpose room at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be livestreamed.
Graham Seniors had a nostalgic day today as they walked the halls of their former elementary school. 👩🎓👨🎓 It was a special experience reconnecting with teachers and reliving cherished memories. Congratulations, Graham Seniors! 🎉 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused #ABSSGrads
Hold on tight! 📖💥 Students at North Graham Elementary just took an epic time-traveling adventure straight back to the totally tubular '80s to celebrate their book fair! Looks like Fly Guy joined in on the fun! Can you spot the Springsteen? 🎸 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Southern Alamance High School's yearbook, The Southerner, has been featured in the Walsworth Publishing Gallery of Excellence 13 times since 2004, showcasing top-notch scholastic journalism and design. 📰🎨 This year, it was featured in their 2024 Editor's Kit for its outstanding cover design! 🎓🎉
These Assistant Principals officially completed the ABSS Aspiring Leaders program. Today we celebrate this milestone and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. You are the changemakers, the advocates, and the inspirations our schools need. 🌟📚✨
Fifth-grade students at Smith Elementary celebrated their D.A.R.E. graduation today! 🎓 Public Information Officer Les Atkins 🎙️ was the special guest speaker, inspiring them to "do the next right thing" as they transition to middle school. Kudos to Officer Gonzalez 👏 for organizing this wonderful program and for all you do! #DARE #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Seniors, the final chapter of your high school journey is about to be written, and we're eager to watch you turn the page and embrace your future. Graduation, here we come! 🎓❤️️#Classof2023 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
These talented Carpentry 2 students at Southern High School are adding the final touches to their sheds, showcasing their craftsmanship and dedication. From raw materials to stunning structures! ✨🔨 #ABSSCTE #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
State Representative Dennis Riddell visited Southern Alamance High School on the Inaugural North Carolina Bring Your Legislature to School Day! 🏛 This included a tour of the recent educational bond improvements made to the building and visits to several classrooms. #NCGASchoolDay
State Representative Stephen M. Ross made a memorable visit to Smith Elementary on the Inaugural North Carolina Bring Your Legislature to School Day! 🏛 This included a tour of the school, conversations with staff, joining a traditional Italian dance in Music class, and signing a social contract. Thank you for stopping by! #NCGASchoolDay
