A huge thank you to Mike and the team from Lowe's Home Improvement in Burlington for beautifying our campus today! 🌺 Their team tackled leaf removal, mulching, flower planting, plus enhanced our outdoor classroom & greenhouse. We can't wait for students to see!
Breaking News: Annie Goldberg from Broadview Middle School has just been named the 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 by the North Carolina School Counselor Association! We received the news as she was being recognized at last night's Board of Education meeting as a Department of Education fellow and one of only 57 ASCA-certified school counselors nationwide. Ms. Goldberg continues to demonstrate why she is a leading voice in school counseling across North Carolina. Congratulations!
As we sail away from National School Lunch Week, we raise our spyglasses to Broadview Middle School. 🏴☠️👨🍳👩🍳 The cafeteria staff works hard every day and is worth more than all the gold in Davy Jones' locker! To our brave students and staff who walked the plank (aka lunch line) and posed for our camera this week - your smiles are brighter than any doubloon. 📸 Yo ho ho and a carton of milk! 🥛
We are excited to share that Annie Goldberg, school counselor of Broadview Middle School, recently earned the ASCA Certified School Counselor (ACSC) recognition, one of only 57 school counselors nationwide. The ACSC designation recognizes school counselors who are committed to the highest levels of professionalism, ethical practice and continuing professional development in their school counseling practice. Annie Goldberg will be honored during a special ceremony at the American School Counselor Association’s Annual Conference on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 in Long Beach, California.
Congratulations to Annie Goldberg, counselor at Broadview Middle School, on winning a $500 grant from the NCAE Student Services Division! 🎉
With this grant, Annie created elementary and secondary counseling crisis tool kits to help our district be better prepared in the event of a crisis. The kits contain essential materials for our crisis response team to use at any location, allowing them to serve more efficiently.
Meredith Draughn, ABSS Lead Counselor, had this to say about Annie:
"Annie is the ultimate example of a highly qualified, masters level professional school counselor. She sees needs in both her school and our district and works to meet them in creative and effective ways. She is dedicated to her students, school and community and we are lucky to have her as part of our ABSS counseling family!"
Join us in thanking Annie for her amazing work and commitment to keeping our schools safe and prepared! 👏
⭐ Congratulations to Everett and Tania for being recognized as the May 2024 STAR Student & Staff at tonight's Board Meeting. 👏
🌠 Everett has shown significant growth in his learning and has emerged as a role model for his class. He tackles challenges, knows when to seek help, and consistently treats both peers and teachers with kindness and respect. He is diligent and exemplifies a strong work ethic.
🌠 Ms. Rivera embodies kindness and dedication through her exceptional efforts supporting newcomer students. Volunteering twice weekly for after-school tutoring, Ms. Rivera fosters meaningful relationships and partners with colleagues to organize impactful community-building events like the monthly "Newcomer Socials." Her compassionate support and warm demeanor create an ideal environment for academic growth and English language development among newly arrived students. Ms. Rivera's selfless devotion to empowering this population through academics and community makes her truly deserving of recognition.
✨38 Days, 38 Schools - Broadview Middle School
Broadview Middle School is all about giving students a complete educational experience. They started things off right with a back-to-school cookout for the Bobcats community, with staff firing up the grill and handing out school supplies. Broadview makes parents feel like they're part of the team through open house events, report card pickups, and working together to set academic goals for students.
While Broadview delivers solid academics, their true standout quality is the deep connections teachers build with students. Educators take the time to really get to know each child's strengths, struggles, and personalities. This creates an incredibly supportive environment where every student feels appreciated and encouraged to shine their brightest. Broadview also boasts thriving arts programs that allow kids to explore their creativity through art, chorus, and orchestra!
🌟Teacher of the Year Finalist Feature: Chanel Jones from Broadview Middle School
Walk into her classroom and you'll immediately see why Chanel Jones stands out as a Teacher of the Year finalist! With her exceptional kindness and creative approaches to teaching, Ms. Jones goes above and beyond to provide a welcoming atmosphere where all students feel valued and engaged in the learning process.
Her classroom is a space that sparks curiosity and brings lessons to life through immersive, hands-on projects. For instance, when teaching about Ancient Egypt, Ms. Jones didn't just rely on textbooks and lectures. Instead, she had students become historians and archaeologists, researching and creating their own "artifacts" like sarcophagi, pyramids, and mummies for an in-class Egyptian museum. She fosters a love of learning that extends far beyond test scores.
With her kindness, creativity, and commitment to providing an inclusive environment for all learners, Chanel Jones exemplifies the qualities of an exceptional educator. Her passion for teaching shines through in every thoughtfully crafted lesson and project.
Thank you to Senator Amy Galey, Representative Stephen Ross, and Representative Dennis Riddell for visiting Broadview Middle, Alexander Wilson Elementary, and Eastern Alamance High as part of Bring Your Legislature to School Day. Dr. Harrison, principals, and other ABSS staff accompanied them along their tour across the campuses.
During their visits, they had the opportunity to see classrooms in action, interact with teachers and students, ask and answer questions, and observe some of the great moments happening in our schools every day. Representative Ross even had an extra treat at Alexander Wilson, as his visit coincided with the school's Field Day festivities! Visits like these allow our elected officials to gain valuable insights into the daily operations, successes, and challenges faced by our schools. We appreciate their time and commitment to public education!
📣 Spread the word: the ABSS Job Fair is this Saturday, April 13th, at Highland Elementary! it will open at 9 AM and go until 12PM. We are excited to welcome anyone looking to start a new career in ABSS. Many positions are available. Schools will have tables set up and our talented staff is available to greet you and answer your questions. See you there!
📚✨Our Media Specialists totally deserve a shoutout on National Library Workers Day! Sure, they'll help you find the perfect book, but they also collaborate with teachers, model tech skills, and think outside the box to engage inquiring minds. From cozy story nooks to cutting-edge resources, they maintain an incredible space just brimming with opportunities to learn and grow. Thanks for all you do! 🙌 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
We're excited to begin our first round of attendance celebrations! Good attendance is crucial for students to maximize their learning opportunities. Every minute matters when it comes to their academic success!
🎉 Today, we want to give a special shoutout to Broadview Middle School for having the highest attendance rate among middle schools this quarter. Congratulations! District staff stopped by to celebrate the students and pass out ice cream during lunch. If you're driving past the school, you'll see the yard sign out front.
🍦 A big thank you to Board member Chuck Marsh for donating the treats - students thoroughly enjoyed this sweet surprise! We also want to express our gratitude to all the families for their efforts in supporting our students and prioritizing their attendance. Stay tuned as we'll be celebrating our top-performing elementary and high schools tomorrow.
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Andrews Elementary had some special alumni visitors today! Students from Broadview Middle stopped by to read to kindergarten and first-grade classes. As you can see, everyone had a great time! They couldn't leave without first challenging Principal Robinson to an arm-wrestling competition who was more than happy to oblige. 💪 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
🌟Job seekers, mark your calendars - our 2024 Job Fair is one month away! We are hiring for many positions, both certified and classified. Come find your next opportunity with us! Please share with anyone you know who may be interested.
📍 Highland Elementary
⏰ 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
🗓️ April 13th, 2024
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🏆 Congratulations to our exceptional 2024 Teacher of the Year Finalists - Grayson Coleman from Hillcrest Elementary, Cassie Dodson from Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary, Chanel Jones from Broadview Middle, Linda Gruener from Highland Elementary, and Kristin Adams from Eastern Alamance High School!
🌟These dedicated educators have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their students and a passion for teaching that goes above and beyond.
🍎 We will announce our district winner in April. Until then, join us in celebrating these remarkable teachers!
We are thrilled to congratulate our 2024 Classified Employees of the Year! 🌟These dedicated staff members take on diverse and critical roles that provide vital support for the education of our students. We deeply appreciate their hard work. Congratulations!
We are proud to announce the 2024 ABSS Teachers of the Year! 🌟
These exceptional teachers are making a real difference in their students' lives. They care deeply about their students’ growth and success every day. Whether helping a struggling learner find their confidence, making lessons fun through imaginative activities, or supporting students through life's challenges, their student-first commitment is worthy of praise.
Please join us in celebrating them! 👏
We're so proud of our talented Broadview Middle School students! They wrote and illustrated their very own books to read with the Eastlawn Elementary students this week. 📚 The Broadview students shared their one-of-a-kind creations with kindergarteners, 1st graders, and 2nd graders, providing literacy support in the dual language classes as well. It was heartwarming to see these young authors set such wonderful learning examples for students at Eastlawn Elementary!
High School registration opens on February 5th! Come "Test Drive Your Future" at our curriculum fairs to explore the wide variety of academic, technical, and enrichment programs we offer. Now is the time to get excited about shaping your future! With so many directions you could go after high school, take this opportunity to learn what's available now. View important registration dates and download our registration manual on our website: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/high-school
💫Taking strides towards their future! Every student at Broadview Middle is meeting with staff to set academic, personal, and future goals. It all starts with good decisions today! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused