This is Principal Suzanne Simpson with your weekly updates. Please take a moment to read all of the information below. We want to wish our Battle of the Books team good luck as they travel to the regional competition over Spring Break!
Spring Break:
Spring Break begins this Friday, April 2nd and will end on Sunday, April 12th. We hope you have a restful break and look forward to seeing you back on campus on April 13th.
Attendance Matters:
Everyday you are at school you are building good habits for the future, supporting each other and strengthening our school community. This year as a school we have set an attendance goal of 91%.
Last week’s attendance stats:
9th grade: 90.10%
10th grade: 91.05%
11th grade: 91.25%
12th grade: 93.95%
Overall: 91.60%
Congratulations to the 2 classes that have moved onto the final round of our attendance challenge!
Prom:
Eastern’s Prom will be held on May 2nd from 7-10 at the Graham Mill. Tickets are on sale now. Complete this form to be sent the link to pay for tickets. We also have a Prom Closet for those students who may need anything from a dress to jewelry. Check out more about the prom closet here.
Course Registration for the 26-27 School Year:
Our counselors have been meeting and will continue to meet with our students to help them select their classes for next school year. It is important that students make selections that will help prepare them for their future and ones that will interest them. Once student schedules are finalized, there will be very little opportunity for schedules to be adjusted. So please take time to make informed decisions. Check out the ABSS Course Registration Manual to see all that ABSS and EA has to offer.
Senate Page Program:
The Senate Page Program offers high school students a firsthand look at state government and the legislative process. Applications for the 2026 session will open at 9:00 am on Tuesday, February 3. The program is open to students who are in tenth, eleventh, or twelfth grade during the 2025-2026 school year. Each North Carolina Senator may appoint up to 2 pages for the session, and service weeks are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. The program is currently scheduled to run from April 27 through June 25, 2026 (dates subject to change). Parents or guardians are responsible for securing lodging. Interested students should contact Senator Galey's office to request sponsorship and begin the application process. Additional details, including eligibility requirements, weekly schedules, and FAQs, are available on the Senate Page Program website.
Cell Phones:
The majority of our student body is doing a great job with the ABSS Wireless Communication Device Procedures. As a quick reminder, wireless devices should be placed away from students (in the cell phone holders) during instructional time. We should not be able to see them on students (in pockets, in ears, etc.) Thank you for your continued support with these new procedures.
Support EA:
If you are looking for a quick and easy way to support Eastern Alamance, look no further.
Join the following classroom reward programs so that every time you shop on things you need a percentage goes back to the school.
Harris Teeter Together in Education
Parking Lot:
Students should not be in the parking lots for any reason unless they are leaving to go to ACC, CTEC or are leaving to go home (either with Early Release or they have been signed out in the front office).
Seniors:
If you haven’t picked up your cap & gown yet, they are available in student support. If you still need to order one use this link. Make sure that you are checking your email and our Senior Website for the most up to date information.
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.
Yearbook:
Yearbooks are on sale now for the lowest price of the season. Click here to purchase one!
Upcoming Events:
A Look Ahead:
April 4 - School Librarian Appreciation Day
April 6-10 - National Assistant Principals Week
April 3-12 - Spring Break
April 11 - Regional Battle of the Books Competition
April 20 - Women in Sports Recognition Ceremony @ Southern
April 21 - Staff v. Student Debate
April 22 - National Administrative Professionals Day
April 24 - Senior Cap & Gown Picture Day
April 28 - Reality of Money Event for Seniors
May 1 - School Lunch Hero Day
May 2 - Prom
May 4-8 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 6 - National School Nurse Appreciation Day
May 7 - AP Stats Exam
May 8 - AP US History Exam
May 11 - AP Calculus Exam
May 12 - AP PreCal Exam
May 12- Miss Eastern
May 18 - AP World History Exam; AP English Lit Exam
May 19 - AP GoPo Exam
May 20 - AP Seminar Exam
May 20 - Senior Breakfast and Walk the Halls Event
May 21 - AP English Lang Exam
May 22 - APES Exam
Math 22 - AP Psychology Exam
May 25 - Memorial Day Holiday
May 28 - Green & Gold’n Awards
May 29 - Senior Awards Day
May 29 - Teacher Made Exam Day
May 30 - Band Banquet
June 1-5 - EOC and CTE testing
June 5 - Class of 2026 Graduation
As always, thank you for your continued support and please reach out if you have any questions.