Thanksgiving Break begins Wednesday for all ABSS schools. Early College has a teacher workday tomorrow.
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
Infographic describing the upcoming breaks in ABSS. Blue background with a cartoon fall-themed border with leaves, pumpkins, gourds, and other plants. The text says "Be-leaf it or not, it's almost Thanksgiving" and at the bottom "November 22 Early College Teacher Workday, November 23-25 Thanksgiving Break" with the ABSS logo
Student showcase! 📷 Mr. Upchurch's Alamance Community College Photography class have been learning about motion and low light this month on the campus of Williams High School. Check out some examples of what they've been capturing. #ABSSCommunity
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
Low light photograph of the underside of a staircase , some pipes, and multiple square tile windows.
Low light photograph of wires, a breaker box, stools, and industrial equipment in a dimly lit stage area.
Stop motion photograph showing water splashing from a styrofoam cup with a blurred background
Stop motion photograph showing someone standing on a yellow spinning playground structure wearing light wash jeans and white crocs
Thanks Alamance Community College for hosting our Broadview Middle students this week. What a great way to begin preparing our @BMSBobcats to be future focused! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
students touring shop at Alamance community college
Broadview Middle students in the auto mechanic shop at Alamance community college
Broadview Middle students visiting Alamance community college in a classroom with instructor upfront teaching.
Broadview students visiting Alamance community college
How clean is the air? What happens if we compost our lunch scraps? Those questions and more were put to the test at the annual Eastern Alamance Science Fair. The District Science Fair is coming up Dec. 7. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
students presenting their science fair projects
student sharing her science fair project with a judge
students in front of their science fair projects
student standing in front of their science fair projects at Eastern Alamanceha high
WXII Meteorologist Jaclyn Shearer talked with fifth graders at Elon Elementary about what is like to be a broadcast meteorologist and shared some interesting weather facts. The students enjoyed her visit and received a shoutout on the local news! #ABSSCommunity
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
WXII meteorologist Jaclyn Shearer talking to a class at Elon Elementary about weather and broadcasting
Voices and waving 🇺🇸 filled the room as third graders at EM Holt sang for Veteran's Day! They performed American patriotic songs for the school, families, and veterans, who were recognized with a round of applause. Their art provided the perfect backdrop! #ABSSCommunity
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
A group of E.M. Holt Elementary students standing on raised platforms as part of a Veteran's Day performance. They are waving American flags and the majority are wearing red, white, and blue clothing,
It's National Substitute Appreciation Day and we'd like to shout out all the hard-working substitutes that fill in daily for positions across ABSS. Learn how you can become a substitute on our website: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/become-a-substitute
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
A thank you graphic with a chalkboard laying on top of a table with art supplies. On the chalkboard is a drawn sun, rainbow, paper airplane, and the words Thank You Substitutes! We Appreciate All That You Do.
Come out tonight at 7:00 pm to the renovated Williams High School auditorium for the 2022 All-County Orchestra concert. It is completely free to the community! Students from both Middle and High School Orchestras will be playing and it should be an amazing show. #ABSSCommunity
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
Students from the All-County High School Orchestra practicing in Williams High School auditorium with conductor Alexandra Dee.
A student from the All-County High School orchestra prepares to play her bass clarinet while another student looks on.
Students from the Middle School All-County Orchestra practice together in the Williams High School band room while conducted by Sarah Tulbert
Photograph focusing on a boy in the Middle School All-County Orchestra playing his cello
Have you ever had a pen pal? These students at Andrews Elementary just received letters from a class in the UK! 🇬🇧 After introducing themselves and playing games online, they are now writing letters, sharing their traditions and celebrations. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
Two students in a class at Andrews Elementary reading a letter from a pen pal in England
A girl at Andrews Elementary holds the Union Jack flag, received from a pen pal in England.
Two students from Andrews Elementary examine coins sent from pen pals in England. The letter from the pen pal is beside the coins.
Two students from Andrews Elementary hold up a small "Future BFF Notebook" made by pen pals from England.
Save the Date: Our ABSS Job Fair will be held Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Highland Elementary. Register in advance using the link below. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused https://tinyurl.com/5yywdkhu
about 3 years ago, Les Atkins
ABSS Job Fair Graphic includes image of students and large text Job Fair with ABSS Logo. December 3, 2022 9 to noon at Highland Elementary in Burlington, NC. Hiring for all positions. Certified & Classified, Licensure Information Available, and on site interviews and hiring for some positions pending background check.
Leadership, dedication, reflection, unity, and teamwork were displayed today at Western Alamance High School. We're proud of these cadets for the hard work they put in for today’s NJROTC annual inspection. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
A large group of NJROTC cadets in uniform standing side by side in the gymnasium at Western High School
Five NJROTC cadets standing side by side. Two are holding the American flag and the NC state flag.
Three NJROTC cadets standing upright with rifles by their side
A Navy officer speaks to the audience at the NJROTC annual inspection at Western Alamance High School
Cummings Drum Major Alyssa Fields and Eastern’s varsity football kicker Karsyn Johnson will be featured on Fox 8’s “Good for Her” segment in the coming weeks. The segment highlights women of all ages who are contributing to their communities. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
news reporter with camera and lights interviewing student athlete
student playing trumpet while being recorded by news crew
student being interviewed by reporter at Broadview Middle
We’re “growing our own” at ABSS! Thankful for @AlamanceCC and @Elon_Ed for being great partners with our district’s Teacher Scholar Program. Thanks to the students and their families for coming out tonight to learn more. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
ABSS staff member explaining the Teacher Scholar program to students in the Professional Library at Central Services
The story of Ruby Bridges continues to inspire others to take a stand against racism and bullying. South Mebane Elementary students set an example by marching to school during the Ruby Bridges Walk to School event. They lead so others can follow. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
South Mebane Elementary students and parents walking to school on a sidewalk with the front two students holding a purple cloth banner that says "Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day"
A teacher and student at South Mebane Elementary standing on the sidewalk facing the camera. The teacher has a purple Ruby Bridges Walk to School t-shirt on.
Contractors are putting the finishing touches this week on our newly constructed classrooms and science labs at Southern Alamance High School. The construction is part of the 2018 Education Bond approved by voters.
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
A contractor putting together a new desk in a classroom at Southern Alamance High School
Rows of new black-top student tables with two red chairs at each at Southern Alamance High School
A wide shot of new collaborative student tables and red rolling chairs in a classroom at Southern Alamance High School
New, empty cabinets along a wall with black top counters and a sink
Students have the greatest stake in their education. That’s why we wanted to hear what they have to say. Thanks to all who came out tonight for the first districtwide ABSS Teen Summit at Williams High. Student perspective matters! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
students sharing their thoughts on stage at Teen Summit
students on Williams High stage at Teen Summit
students on panel on stage talking at Teen Summit
students on stage talking at teen summit
Lessons Learned: Some of our ABSS elementary schools celebrated World Kindness Day with students surprising their classmates with cards of encouragement! #worldkindnessday #studentcenteredfuturefocused
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
Nine students at Smith Elementary sitting on or around a carpet waiting for handmade cards other students created for them. Two teachers are standing to the side.
Two students holding paper cards made by other students. One card has a puppy and cat on it and the other shows students holding hands.
A young girl holds a handmade card with the words Be Kind a picture of Snoopy and Woodstock from the Peanuts cartoon.
A student at Smith Elementary passes out a handmade kindness card to another student sitting on the carpet at Smith Elementary.
E.M. Holt fifth graders learned so much during their Sound to Sea trip along the Outer Banks! 🌊 They engaged in various habitat-focused activities, teaching them about the importance of sound and salt marsh water quality, the adaptations of organisms including whales 🐋 and the threats facing endangered sea turtles. Lastly, what better way to learn about the anatomy of a squid than by dissecting one? 🦑 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 3 years ago, James Shuler
EM Holt Fifth graders sitting on the ground outside at the Sound to Sea event. Two staff members are standing facing them, between them is a chalkboard with the text "Welcome to Sound to Sea EM Holt"
Three fifth graders from EM Holt laying on their stomachs peering into the sound water with nets in their hand
A small group of EM Holt fifth graders sits on the grass looking at a Sound to Sea staff member as she shows them a bird perched on her hand.
More options than ever await ABSS students entering high school next year. Don't miss out on another upcoming meeting this Wednesday & Thursday at Woodlawn and Graham Middle. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/vvhemmmb
over 3 years ago, Les Atkins
Suzanne Simpson Principal at Early College shares information with students during a meeting about high school speciality programs
ABSS High School Students: Teen Voices will be heard! Attend our Teen Summit, Tuesday, November 15 from 6-7:30pm at the Williams High School auditorium. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/abss-teen-summit-tickets-444712124937
over 3 years ago, James Shuler
Infographic about the Teen Summit Tuesday, November 15th, 6:00-7:00pm, Doors open at 5:30pm. Williams high School Auditorium, 1307 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215. Register: bit.ly/3EZ7VsG. #ABSSStudentVoice