ABSS Alert: We became aware of a threatening call today (1/12) to 911 regarding potential violence at Woodlawn Middle. We're working closely with law enforcement, who have determined the threats are NOT credible. We will continue to be vigilant to ensure school safety.
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
Join us in congratulating Eastern Lady Eagles Basketball Coach Tim Krotish on his 500th win! 👏 📸 Pennington Photography
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Eastern Lady Eagles Basketball Coach Tim Krotish surrounded by basketball players in their jerseys. He is holding a banner that says "Tim Krotish Eastern Alamance Lady Eagles Basketball Congratulations on Win Number 500"
ABSS Alert: Andrews Elementary and CTEC will operate on a normal schedule Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023. The water main break has been repaired thanks to the City of Burlington Water Dept.
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
Here's another great example of a career pathway available to our students! Our Career & Technical Education (CTE) program has partnered with Alamance Community College and their EMT Department to ensure our students are career ready upon graduation. “Everyday will be a job interview.” So excited for these students! #ABSSCTE #StudentCenteredFutureFocused #ABSSCommunity
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
High school students sitting in an EMT class with medical gear behind them
The rear of a simulated EMT ambulance with equipment inside
Students seated inside an EMT classroom as an instructor talks to them at the front
ABSS Alert: We have just discovered that the water main break is more severe than originally thought. Students at Andrews Elementary will need to be sent home for the rest of the day. Dismissal will begin at 9:00.
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
ABSS Alert: Water main break at CTEC and Andrews Elem. CTEC classes are cancelled. Students enroute will be returned to their home school. Andrews students will remain at school temporarily. If the issue is not resolved within the next hour, families will be notified.
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
Education empowers our youth to realize their aspirations and dreams. Let's take a moment to say thanks to our Board of Education for their extraordinary service. Thank you, Board Members, for serving our students and for representing the entire community. #SchoolBoardMonth
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
A photograph of all current school board members standing in the auditorium. There is a black chalk background and worn crayons as a border. Below the photograph is text "Thank you Board of Education members1" School Board Appreciation Month. January 2023.
Under the expert guidance of Ms Laura Daughtry, the following Eastern Alamance Pottery students earned awards for their pieces in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition: Ainsley Dial, Grade 11: Gold Key - "Growth" Kaitlyn Mason, Grade 10: Silver Key - "Finding Atlantis" Izzie Walters, Grade 11: Silver Key - "Birds of a Feather" Valerie Byrd, Grade 12: Honorable Mention - "Connect the Dots" The Gold Key winner's work will be automatically considered for a National award, held at Carnegie Hall, NYC in May. This is a prestigious competition, founded in 1923, with past recipients including Stephen King and Andy Warhol. There will be a reception at Gray Gallery at the East Carolina School of Art and Design on Saturday 2/25 for Gold and Silver Key winners. National award winners will be announced in March.
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
A pottery design titled: Ainsley Dial, Grade 11- Gold Key "Growth" It is a green and black shaped baby head on a conical base. The head has an opening on the top.
Pottery piece titled: Izzie Walters, Grade 11-Silver Key "Birds of a Feather". There are two white pottery birds with various shapes and swirls in shades of green and blue.,
Pottery piece titled: Kaitlyn Mason, Grade 10-Silver Key "Finding Atlantis". It is a white rectangular prism with red and blue designs containing lines, waves, and arrows. On the top is a solid circle protruding from the design surrounded by a blue swirl.
Pottery piece titled: Valerie Byrd, Grade 12-Honorable Mention "Connect the Dots" . Two white, glazed teapots are covered in pink, green, and purple dots with a bumpy texture.
Check out today's ABSS Difference Maker. It's is all about a group of students at North Graham Elementary who are making their voices heard to impact change at their school. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused https://youtu.be/Wy140k7WN5o
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
A small group of students from Williams is making a BIG impact on our community with Operation: Do Something. 💗 They recently collected stuffed animals and donated them to a local children's emergency room. This month they're helping the homeless. ✅ Check out their story next Monday morning @ 7:15 on Fox 8 with Cindy Farmer. #ABSSCommunity
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Photograph of Fox 8's Cindy Farmer talking to a Williams High School student in a classroom about their recent donations to children and the homeless. A cameraman holds a video camera behind Cindy Farmer.
Today, we say THANKS to our School Resource Officers as part of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. 🤝 Thanks for serving and protecting our schools and building positive relationships with our students. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused #ABSSCommunity
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Compilation of five photographs showing students interacting positively with school resource officers. The text "Thank You" is on top in a white rectangle and text "Law Enforcement Appreciation Day" is in the middle on a blue bar. A white ABSS logo is at the bottom. The background is striped blue and black.
Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler toured the new Southeast Alamance High School this week and took these images. We're excited to open our new high school this fall! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
photo of exterior of new high school
photo of interior of construction of new high school
photo of interior of new high school under construction
photo of exterior of new high school under construction
What do you remember learning in kindergarten? 🤔 Students at Pleasant Grove Elementary are learning about synonyms and antonyms today! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
kindergarten teacher at Pleasant Grove Elementary, reading to a group of kindergarten students on the carpet
Today at Sylvan Elementary, 5th grade students were recognized for their participation in the DARE program! 🎓 Thanks Sgt. Chad Laws for your leadership, Deputy Superintendent Lowell Rogers for speaking, and Board members Sandy Ellington-Graves and Ryan Bowden for coming out.
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Sergeant Chad law standing with board member Sandy Ellington Graves deputy superintendent lower Rogers and board member Ryan Bowden with a dare poster in the gym at Sylvan elementary
their officer sergeant Chad laws recognizes a student for the participation in the dare program as other 5th graders sit in chairs in the gymnasium at Sylvan elementary. standing to the side are others in attendance from the school board and school administration
ABSS deputy superintendent, lower Rogers speaks to students at a dare graduation at Sylvan elementary
why didn't go photograph of the dare graduation and then gymnasium at Sylvan elementary?
ABSS Alert: We wanted to make you aware that several of our school buses were pulled over today by Alamance Sheriff’s Deputies after receiving multiple 911 calls from a student on the bus. The calls were determined to be a hoax. The ACSO continues to investigate.
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
We ❤️️ our #ABSSCommunity! Did you know @ABSSPublic is on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook? 👀 With so many awesome things happening in our schools, we'll have a lot of news to share! Stay tuned for more posts, stories, and videos! 📱#StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Infographic with grey background and faded photograph of four elementary students with text "Follow Us For News, Highlights, & More! @ABSSPublic, #StudentCenteredFutureFocused #ABSSCommunity" and logos for Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook
Our camera captured students engaged in high-quality lessons today at South Graham Elementary. Looks like 2023 is off to a great start! 🌠 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Elementary student with brown hair and clear glasses and wearing black jacket looks up and smiles at the camera in a school hallway
Student in a blue hoodie, looking at the chrome book of another student in a red hoodie, sitting at their desks
Elementary student with striped white, orange and red, long sleeve, shirt, and brown here looks up and smiles at the camera as he sits at his desk and works
Elementary teacher, wearing a black sweater and gray pants sits in a chair and is holding a notebook while two students look on standing on the carpet
Save the date! Choose from a variety of sessions to help your child excel in their educational journey. Meet the Superintendent. A light dinner will be provided and childcare is available. More information here: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/abss-family-university
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Square infographic with red and grey swirl borders with text "Learn How to Better Support Your Child in School" and "ABSS Family University" with blue and white graduate logo and red text "January 30th, 5:30PM to 7:30PM, Cummings High School" with ABSS logo at the bottom right corner
We hope you had a great Winter Break. School staff have been working hard to prepare the buildings and classrooms for students. Set those alarms! ⏰ We'll see you tomorrow, Tuesday, January 3rd! #ABSSCommunity 🌅
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Photograph of a janitor dry mopping a hallway at E.M. Yoder elementary
ABSS is hiring a Chief Operations Officer. Learn more and apply here: https://abss.ted.peopleadmin.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1361
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Infographic advertising the Chief Operations Officer position with text NEW JOB ALERT! CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER at the top with a blue background. In the middle is information about the position with text OVERSEES and bullet points Facilities, Maintenance, Transportation, and Technology on a light blue background. Below that is smaller text Construction/Project Management Experience Preferred. At the bottom is a white button with black text Apply Today! On the right is a circular photograph of construction blueprints, a hardhat, leveler, and tools.