Good afternoon,
This is Principal Suzanne Simpson with your weekly updates. I hope that everyone has had a great weekend.
PSAT:
The PSAT is open to any Sophomore or Junior who registers and pays for the test. This is an optional test and you must pay the test fee of $18. The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is good practice for the SAT. Juniors who take the PSAT/NMSQT and meet other program entry requirements specified in the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide will enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The test will take place on October 14, 2025. The deadline for registering is Tuesday, September 9 and payment is due Friday, September 12. To register, fill out this google form. We will use this to stay in contact with you regarding the location of the test and other details.
Apprentice Alamance Interest Night Session:
Interested in getting paid to go to class? The Apprentice Alamance application process is open for all junior and senior seeking ways to get paid hands-on experience, on the job training, and classroom instruction. Join us for an interest session on September 25th from 5:30-6:30 in the Media Center. For questions reach out to our CDC at amie_kirby@abss.k12.nc.us.
CACRAO College Fair @ ACC:
ACC is hosting the CACRAC (Carolinas Association of Collegiate Registrars & Admissions Officers) College Fair on Monday, September 22. If you’re a senior planning your next step, this even tis your change to connect with over 70+ colleges and universities. Eastern will take interested seniors from 11:15-12:00 by bus. Stop by student services to pick up a permission slip!
Seniors:
We will hold Senior Parent night on September 16th at 6:00 pm in the media center. This is a time for parents to learn about college, scholarships, FAFSA, and more!
Parking Pass:
Any student parking on campus should have a valid parking pass displayed. Please use this link to purchase a pass. Students who park on campus without a pass are subject to having their car towed at the owner’s expense. All other school fees/fines must be paid in order for you to be able to purchase a parking pass.
Fall Underclassmen Picture Day:
Fall underclassmen picture day is set for September 22nd. Please be on the lookout for a picture day schedule soon.
Cell Phone and Wireless Communication Device Procedures:
Please take time to review the entire wireless communication procedures that will be in place at all ABSS High Schools this year. It is important that students and parents are aware of the procedures and consequences.
A few things to note regarding our new procedures.
All students will be asked to turn their cell phone off and put it into a collection area in the classroom until the end of class.
Students are no longer allowed to use wireless headphones in class. All headphones need to be wired.
Students will be allowed to have their wireless devices at lunch and during transitions between classes.
Student/Parent Handbook:
Please take time to review the student/parent handbook. It can be found here.
Back To School Forms:
Parents, have you created your Infinite Campus Account? If not, check your email. More information about Infinite Campus as well as a link to download the app can be found here.
Chromebooks:
Students who do not have chromebooks yet, will be able to check them out during 1st and 2nd period tomorrow.. This year, we are offering families the opportunity to purchase optional insurance for their student(s) chromebook. The cost of the optional insurance is $25. This premium is good for one instance of unintentional breakage (lost or intentional damage is not covered) and will help protect you from higher cost. You may elect when to apply your premium. Once used, the family would have the option to replace the optional insurance premium for an additional $25. For more details, including a list of part replacement costs, click here for the Mobile Learning Handbook. You may use this link to purchase the optional insurance.
Upcoming Events:
A Look Ahead:
September 16 - Senior Parent Night at 6:00 pm
September 17 - Teacher Workday
September 22 - Underclassmen Picture Day
September 25 - Apprentice Alamance Information Session
September 29-October 3 - Homecoming Week
October 9 - Teacher Workday
October 14 - PSAT Administration
October 22 - PreACT for all 10th graders
October 23 - Makeup Picture Day (Seniors & Underclassmen)
October 27 - End of Quarter 1
October 28 - Teacher Workday
November 11 - Veteran’s Day Holiday (No school for students/staff)
As always, thank you for your continued support and please reach out if you have any questions.