We are #StudentCenteredFutureFocused!Thanks to our own Jermaine Porter for leading one of our staff professional development sessions this week, “It’s More Than Handshakes and High Fives: Building Relationship with students.”
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
Jermaine Porter leading a staff development session. Porter in front of class with staff seated at desks
We want your ideas and feedback! We’re in the process of naming our new high school. Have a great name? Complete the form below. Please reference the ABSS Board of Education Policy 9300 which explains the criteria for school naming. https://forms.gle/QjHw65WppRs3rHFQA
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
Aerial photo of new high school under construction
Thank you to Amber, Caroline, and Mary from Keller Williams Realty for the generous donation of school supplies today! #ABSSCommunity
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Team from Keller Williams Realty with donated school supplies
Our Career and Technical Education Teachers "had a ball" at the Sock Puppets stadium along with a day of training. Thanks to GM Anderson Rathbun for speaking to our teachers and exploring ways to partner with the team for our students. @GoSockPuppets #ABSSCTE #ABSSCommunity
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Photo of CTE staff holding a new staff shirt with the words ABSS CTE
CTE staff hearing from General Manager Anderson Rathbun about the history of the Sock Puppets team name
Photo of CTE Staff cheering in front of Sock Puppet Station
Group photo of CTE staff sitting in the stands at the Sock Puppets stadium
Join us in welcoming our new ABSS Digital Media Coordinator, James Shuler. James manages our district websites, social media, and will be out making great photos this year in our schools. He is a graduate of NC State and East Central University and has 13 years experience in public education as a Teacher, Technology Facilitator, and Media Specialist. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
A photo of James Shuler within a blue and white News graphic and the text Welcome ABSS Digital Media Coordinator
The Elon Elementary School Garden received a facelift this weekend thanks to the Western Alamance High School Dance Team. They removed weeds as part of a service project to prepare the garden for the new school year. #ABSSDifferenceMakers
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Western Alamance High School dance team standing in front of the Elon Elementary community garden
Friday night football returns! Thanks #ABSSCommunity for coming out to our schools tonight to support our students. #FridayNightFootball
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
Walter Williams football stadium view of the packed house
Eastern High School Football
Williams cheerleaders in a huddle
Graham football team on the field
The Alamance County Public Library Connect program offers students in all ABSS schools an automatic library account which they can access by using their student number. Learn more about this partnership: https://alamancelibraries.libguides.com/ACPLConnect #ABSSCommunity
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Alamance County Public Library Connect graphic showing two students reading on stacks of books
Two of our teachers were featured this week in a special segment on FOX8. Check out their amazing story and learn how our students will benefit. https://myfox8.com/morning-show/whats-right-with-our-schools/abss-teachers-go-global-with-awesome-adventure-to-zimbabwe/
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
The Cummings Cavaliers are Sugar Bowl bound! The community came out tonight to begin the fundraising efforts to help the band purchase new uniforms. Thanks for supporting our students. We look forward to seeing them perform in New Orleans Dec. 31. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
Community pep rally off Church Street in Burlington with Cummings band
Community pep rally off Church Street in Burlington with Cummings band
Community pep rally off Church Street in Burlington with Cummings band
Community pep rally off Church Street in Burlington with Cummings band
The Cummings High Marching Band has been invited to perform at this year's Sugar Bowl in New Orleans. They're getting ready! Tonight they will be at the Dollar Tree Parking Lot, 2166 North Church Street in Burlington at 6:30 for a Community Pep Rally. Come listen!
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
Photo of Trumpet with Cummings High School Logo promoting community pep rally
Once again the Alamance Chamber's Classroom Collection was a huge success. Thanks for thinking of our students. @alamancechamber #ABSSCommunity
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
A clear tub full of boxes of crayons
Three metal shelves stacked full of student folders of different colors
Three large boxes stuffed with new student backpacks
Clear bins containing school supplies such as pencils, erasers, and pens
Our School Nutrition website has updated information regarding school meals and procedures. You can apply for free and reduced meals, pay online, browse the menus, and more! https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/school-nutrition
almost 3 years ago, James Shuler
Graphic of apples on wooden background with school nutrition and ABSS logo
All this year ABSS will be highlighting students, teachers, and staff making a difference in our schools and community. Smith Elementary was recently recognized as a Capturing Kids Hearts National Showcase School. https://youtu.be/s7sR4MOX87A #ABSSDifferenceMakers
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
ABSS Students & Families: August 29th is the first day of school. If you were a student last year and have not updated your forms, please do so this week. If you cannot access PowerSchool, please contact your school. https://abss.powerschool.com/public/
almost 3 years ago, Les Atkins
ABSS Back to school graphic. Laptop computer with back to school logo on it.
Thanks to St. Marks Community Church in Burlington for adopting Eastlawn Elementary and hosting a Back to School Celebration today at Sock Puppets Stadium. On top of all the fun, every student and their siblings received a backpack full of school supplies. #ABSSCommunity
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
Eastlawn back to school celebration kids making crafts
Eastlawn back to school celebration face painting
Eastlawn back to school celebration
Eastlawn back to school celebration free backpacks
Join our ABSS team! We have multiple openings for teachers and bus drivers. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused https://nc.teachermatch.org/jobsboard.do?districtId=569421980
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
join our team graphic for employment
ABSS Students Helping Students: Check out the courtyard transformation done at AO Elementary by the Western Alamance Volleyball team. Thanks for putting in the time, work, and energy as a service to our students and staff. The courtyard looks amazing! #ABSSdifferencemakers
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
courtyard at AO Elementary. students cleaned the courtyard as a community service to the school
courtyard at AO Elementary. students cleaned the courtyard as a community service to the school
courtyard at AO Elementary. students cleaned the courtyard as a community service to the school
courtyard at AO Elementary. students cleaned the courtyard as a community service to the school
The Back to School Celebration for Eastlawn students is tomorrow Aug. 13, 2022 at the Burlington Sock Puppets Stadium from 5 to 7. We look forward to seeing you there.
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
back to school celebration at Burlington stadium flyer
Congratulations to Southern Alamance High School Teacher Nick Anders on being named a finalist for the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching CTE Teacher of the Year. Mr. Anders is our #ABSSCTE Teacher of the Year. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 3 years ago, ABSS Public Information Office
Nick Anders our CTE teacher of the year is a finalist at the state level