
💙💛 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to Our Eastlawn Family! 💛💙 This week was filled with love, laughter, celebration, encouragement, and so many reminders of how blessed we are to serve such an incredible school community. Thank you to everyone who helped make this week special for our staff: 🍕 Cici’s Pizza 🙏 Our Front Street Church partners 🍽️ St.Marks & Dream Center 🥪 Our amazing PTO and PTO President Ms. Enoch 🎁 Walmart Mebane & Walmart Graham Hopedale 💙 Our Leadership Team, Hospitality Team, Sherri, and Larock for making every detail beautiful and meaningful Every meal, gift, prize, decoration, and act of kindness reminded our staff that they are seen, valued, and appreciated. Thank you to our families and we enjoyed sweet treats and beautiful flowers. At Eastlawn, we serve over 500 Panthers daily with love, grace, patience, and purpose. Our teachers and staff continue to give selflessly to ensure students feel safe, supported, nurtured, and empowered to grow each day. This week was more than food and gifts:it was a reflection of community, heart, service, and love. It reminded us that when people come together for children, beautiful things happen. To our Eastlawn family: THANK YOU for all you do and all you are. Our Panthers are blessed because of you. 🐾 #EastlawnGlobal #TeacherAppreciationWeek #EastlawnFamily #PantherPride #ABSS #ThankATeacher
11 days ago, Syeda Smith-Williams

🐾💙💛 Eastlawn Pre-K & Future Kindergarten Families 💛💙🐾
Are you interested in learning more about the Eastlawn & ABSS Dual Language Program? 🌎📚
Join us for our FINAL Dual Language Information Session!
📍 Elon University
📍 LaRose Theatre – Koury Business Center
🗓 Thursday Evening
⏰ 6:00 PM
✨ Learn how dual language programs:
✔ Build bilingualism and biliteracy
✔ Strengthen academic achievement
✔ Celebrate culture and diversity
✔ Prepare students for a global future
🎧 A Spanish translator will be available for families.
We hope to see all of our future Eastlawn Panthers there! 🐾
#EastlawnGlobal #DualLanguage #ABSS #FuturePanthers #GlobalLeaders #BilingualEducation
🐾💙💛 Familias de Pre-K y futuros estudiantes de kindergarten de Eastlawn 💛💙🐾
¿Está interesado en aprender más sobre el Programa de Lenguaje Dual de Eastlawn y ABSS? 🌎📚
¡Acompáñenos a nuestra ÚLTIMA sesión informativa sobre Lenguaje Dual!
📍 Universidad de Elon
📍 Teatro LaRose – Centro de Negocios Koury
🗓 Jueves por la noche
⏰ 6:00 PM
✨ Aprenda cómo los programas de lenguaje dual:
✔ Desarrollan el bilingüismo y la alfabetización bilingüe
✔ Fortalecen el rendimiento académico
✔ Celebran la cultura y la diversidad
✔ Preparan a los estudiantes para un futuro global
🎧 Habrá un traductor disponible para las familias que hablan español.
¡Esperamos ver a todas nuestras futuras Panteras de Eastlawn allí! 🐾
#EastlawnGlobal #LenguajeDual #ABSS #FuturasPanteras #LideresGlobales #EducacionBilingue
13 days ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
Good morning Eastlawn families! Today from 8:00–12:00, we are filling the truck! 🚚 Please drop off books, home goods, and small appliances. Eastlawn will receive a portion of donated items. Drop-off is in the back bus lot. Thank you!
Buenos días familias de Eastlawn! Hoy de 8:00–12:00 estamos llenando el camión 🚚. Por favor traiga libros, artículos para el hogar y pequeños electrodomésticos. Eastlawn recibirá una parte de las donaciones. Entrega en la parte de atrás, en el estacionamiento de autobuses. ¡Gracias!
18 days ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
On National School Principals' Day, we celebrate the leaders who go above and beyond to support our students, empower our staff, and strengthen our community every single day.
19 days ago, James Shuler
Happy National Principals’ Day!
Today, we celebrate an incredible leader who leads with heart, dedication, and a true passion for our students and staff. Mrs. Smith-Williams' commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and high-expectation environment does not go unnoticed. Because of her, our school continues to grow, thrive, and feel like home.
Thank you for all that you do each and every day—we appreciate you more than words can express!
19 days ago, Tyffany Alexander
24 days ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
National Administrative Professionals Week : National Administrative Professionals Day recognized on Wednesday, April 22. While we have several incredible administrative professionals at Eastlawn, we want to take a moment to highlight and deeply appreciate Ms. Sherri, Ms. Karla, and Ms. Mann.
Ms. Sherri, our financial secretary (and often our nurse when needed), Ms. Karla, our translator who ensures all families feel welcomed and connected, and Ms. Mann, our data manager who keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes, each of you is essential to the heartbeat of our school.
Eastlawn truly would not be Eastlawn without you.
Thank you for your dedication, your flexibility, and the countless ways you go above and beyond for our students, staff, and families. We are so grateful for all that you do! 💙🐾
24 days ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
Every day is a new discovery in our kindergarten classes! 🌟 All ABSS elementary schools are hosting their Kindergarten Open House this Thursday, April 23rd, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM! You can learn more about the Kindergarten program, including how and when to enroll, right here: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/kindergarten-program
29 days ago, James Shuler
🇺🇸 English
Come out and support EAE on April 17 at 7:00 PM!
Reserved Seating Section for Eastlawn
Scan the code below to purchase your tickets!
$5 from each ticket sold will be donated to the Eastlawn PTO
🇪🇸 Español
¡Ven y apoya a EAE el 17 de abril a las 7:00 PM!
Sección de asientos reservados para Eastlawn
¡Escanea el código abajo para comprar tus boletos!
$5 de cada boleto vendido se donará al PTO de Eastlawn
about 1 month ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
💙🐾 Happy National Assistant Principal Week! 🐾💙
This week we celebrate AP Holmes, a leader with a servant’s heart and a relentless commitment to our students and staff.
She shows up every day ensuring our school is safe, supported, and running strong, but always making a difference.
Because of her, our teachers feel cared for, our students feel protected, and our school feels like home.
✨ Eastlawn is better because of you. Thank you for all you pour into us seen and unseen.
#APWeek #PantherPride 💙
about 1 month ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
Happy National School Librarian Day! 📚💙
At Eastlawn, we’re grateful for Eason! Mrs. Eason works tirelessly to create a space where students love to read, explore, and grow.
We appreciate the heart she pours into our school and the impact she makes on every Panther! 🐾✨
about 2 months ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
🐾Eastlawn met growth! This means students made expected academic progress. 📈 We are super proud of our Panthers.
¡Eastlawn cumplió con el crecimiento! Esto significa que los estudiantes lograron el progreso académico esperado. 📈
2 months ago, Syeda Smith-Williams

💙 Happy National Social Worker Week 💙
This week we celebrate SSW Bethea for the incredible care and dedication she brings to Eastlawn Global Elementary every day. She works tirelessly supporting students, helping families, monitoring attendance, assisting with CFT meetings, and connecting our community to housing, financial, and social emotional resources.
Ms. Bethea thank you for your compassion, your advocacy, and the heart you bring to Eastlawn. Our Panthers are stronger because of you.
💙 Feliz Semana Nacional del Trabajador Social 💙
Esta semana celebramos a SSW Bethea por la dedicación y el cuidado que brinda cada día en Eastlawn Global Elementary. Ella trabaja incansablemente apoyando a los estudiantes, ayudando a las familias, monitoreando la asistencia, apoyando reuniones de CFT y conectando a nuestra comunidad con recursos de vivienda, apoyo financiero y apoyo socioemocional.
Sra. Bethea gracias por su compasión, su apoyo y el corazón que comparte con Eastlawn. Nuestros Panthers son más fuertes gracias a usted.
3 months ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
🎓💙 Eastlawn College Day 2026 💙🎓
What a powerful day at Eastlawn!
Our staff represented the many colleges and universities we attended, and students were amazed seeing how many different schools were in the building.
Of course, we cheered loud for our alma maters! 🐾
The most impactful moment?
Students realized that becoming an EDUCATOR requires advanced degrees which means YOU (Panthers) are IMPORTANT.
That understanding was powerful.
Today wasn’t just about college shirts,it was about exposure, inspiration, and showing our Panthers what’s possible. 💙💛
#EastlawnGlobal #CollegeDay #PantherPride
3 months ago, Syeda Smith-Williams
Here's your ticket to some incredible shows! We're spreading the word on these upcoming All-County concerts featuring some VERY talented students! All of these concerts are completely free to attend and I know they'd love to see all the seats filled and hear your applause.
February 28 — All-County Chorus (Elementary) | Graham High School | 3:00 PM
March 6 — All-County Orchestra (now with Elementary!) | Cummings High School | 7:00 PM
March 14 — All-County Band (Middle and High) | Southeast Alamance High School | 2:00 PM
March 28 — All-County Chorus (Middle and High) | Williams High School | 4:00 PM
3 months ago, James Shuler

We are excited to launch our All Hands on Deck campaign! We know that when students are in class, they are building the habits, relationships, and confidence they need to thrive. As we sail towards the end of the school year, we’ve set our sights on improved attendance district-wide! Every school has created incentives and celebrations for hitting this target! 🎯
Facts on Attendance:
📉 Missing just 2 days per month can cause a student to fall behind academically.
🎓 Strong attendance is the #1 predictor of reading at grade level and graduating on time.
🤝 Being in school every day builds the routines and social connections that help students succeed.
How Families Can Help:
✅ Set consistent bedtime and morning routines.
✅ Prepare backpacks and clothes the night before for a smooth start.
✅ Schedule appointments outside of school hours whenever possible.
We are "All Hands on Deck" to support our students, and we thank you for being partners in education! We know it takes a community to help a child thrive. This includes educators providing engaging lessons, parents ensuring a structured routine, and students putting in the effort. We need everyone working together to finish the year strong. If the waters are rough and you're facing barriers to getting your child to school on time, please reach out! We are to help. Our crew is stronger when we are all together! 🌊✨
3 months ago, James Shuler
ABSS will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Friday, February 6. Temperatures are expected to be below 30-degrees and there are many wet roads that can freeze. The delay will allow for more daylight as everyone begins traveling in the morning. Staff and families are urged to use caution and give themselves extra time to get to school and work in the morning. As a reminder, these decisions are made with the safety of our staff and students in mind. We hope to be on a normal schedule next week!
3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
With the possibility of winter weather overnight, ABSS will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. The delay will allow for more daylight as everyone begins traveling in the morning. Staff and families are urged to use caution and give themselves extra time to get to school and work in the morning.
Ante la posibilidad de condiciones climáticas invernales durante la noche, el distrito escolar de ABSS operará con un retraso de dos horas mañana, jueves 5 de febrero. Este retraso permitirá que haya más luz natural cuando todos comiencen sus desplazamientos por la mañana. Se recomienda al personal y a las familias que extremen las precauciones y se tomen tiempo adicional para llegar a la escuela y al trabajo por la mañana.
3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster

💙 HAPPY NATIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR WEEK! 💙
This week, we celebrate the incredible school counselors who guide, support, and inspire our students every single day. Our counselors are champions for student success, helping with everything from academic planning to social-emotional support, college and career readiness, and so much more. To our amazing counseling team, THANK YOU for your compassion and unwavering commitment to our students! Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom.
Please join us in celebrating our school counselors and interns:
Erin Stoker, Glennis Lesane, Kim Davis, Kion'Shay Whitley Brown, Shantia Shackelford, Kate Cushman, Genevieve Lyons, Beth Taylor, Megan Palmer, Kristin Rosario, Joy Toms, Dana Crowder, Jodi Carson, Liza Palazzi, Cheryl Williams, Joanne Simao, Mary Oney, Lindsey Vega, Kimberly Yancey, Mindy Bacchus, Joy Hayes, Annie Goldberg, Amanda Hylton, Sam Westbrook, Rikki Dashaies, Amory Sparger, Leslie Murray, Jennifer Lombard, Nicole Watlington, Crystal Taylor, Vache Davis Johnson, Graham Smith, Dayna Bryden, Carrie Strickland, Tracy Jefferies, Cameron White, Holly Herring, Angela Parsons, Melissa Day, Isabel Allen, Jennifer Barnhardt, Elizabeth Tricomi, Sarah Anderson, Ashley Cole, Mandy Moore, Amber Chatman, Ashley Price, Randy Milton, Marie Lunde, Meredith Willis, Hannah Stokes, Tanika Walker, Clay Oliver, Isabella Guidino de Grote, and Maureen Tumey
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students!
4 months ago, James Shuler

Despite the sun and slightly warmer temperatures today, many roads are still covered in ice and snow. Tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3, will be an Optional Teacher Workday. There will be no school for students. There will also be no athletics or after-school activities. The Rezoning Community Session at Southeast Alamance High School has been rescheduled to Monday, February 9th, at 6:00 pm. Thanks again to our Facilities & Maintenance crew for assessing road conditions, sharing these photos from around our county, and clearing our school lots and walkways.
A pesar del sol y las temperaturas ligeramente más cálidas de hoy, muchas carreteras aún están cubiertas de hielo y nieve. Mañana, martes 3 de febrero, será un día de trabajo opcional para los maestros. No habrá clases para los estudiantes. Tampoco habrá actividades deportivas ni extracurriculares. La sesión comunitaria sobre la rezonificación en la Escuela Preparatoria Southeast Alamance se ha reprogramado para el lunes 9 de febrero a las 6:00 p. m. Agradecemos nuevamente a nuestro equipo de Instalaciones y Mantenimiento por evaluar las condiciones de las carreteras, compartir estas fotos de todo el condado y despejar los estacionamientos y las aceras de nuestras escuelas.
4 months ago, ABSS Webmaster