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 days ago, James Shuler
Attendance campaign with nautical theme, "All hands on deck! We are setting sail for improved attendance at all schools!"
A​BSS 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!
15 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
Alert graphic announcing a two hour delay for Friday, February 6
With the possibility of winter weather overnight, A​BSS 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.
16 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
Alert message indicating two hour delay for February 5, 2026
💙 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!
17 days ago, James Shuler
Official National School Counseling Week graphic from the American School Counselor Association
Names of all the district 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
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.
18 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
Graphic with a groundhog on the bottom corner and text Optional teacher workday, February 3, 2026 and ABSS logo. Background is a road approaching school that is covered in snow and ice.
A snow and ice covered road with trees on either side.
A snow and ice covered road with trees on either side.
A snow and ice covered road with trees on either side.
Who's ready to build a snowman? Superintendent Fleming is eager to see everyone again, but we're calling a Remote Learning Day for tomorrow, Monday, February 2nd. Facilities will be closed for staff and students, and there will be no athletic or after-school activities. Safety is always our top priority! Students should continue to work on remote learning assignments as directed by their school. ​The Rezoning Community Session at Southeast Alamance High School has been rescheduled to Monday, February 9th, at 6:00 pm. Stay safe and warm!
19 days ago, James Shuler
Remote Learning Day with an image of Superintendent Dr. Fleming in a fictional snow setting
Thank you to all our students, teachers, and parents for working together this week during remote learning. Tomorrow, Friday, January 30, will be an Optional Workday. That means there will be no remote learning for students tomorrow. We’re doing this so we can save our very last remote learning day for any future weather events. There will be no athletic or after-school activities tomorrow. Friday, February 13th will now be a regular school day for students instead of a teacher workday. We appreciate you being so flexible and for making this week a success. Enjoy the long weekend, and we hope to see everyone back soon! Thank you, and stay safe.

Gracias a todos nuestros estudiantes, maestros y padres por trabajar juntos esta semana durante el aprendizaje a distancia. Mañana, viernes 30 de enero, será un día de trabajo opcional. Esto significa que no habrá clases a distancia para los estudiantes mañana. Hacemos esto para reservar nuestro último día de aprendizaje a distancia para cualquier eventualidad climática futura. No habrá actividades deportivas ni extracurriculares mañana. El viernes 13 de febrero será ahora un día escolar normal para los estudiantes, en lugar de un día de trabajo para los maestros. Agradecemos su flexibilidad y por hacer de esta semana un éxito. Disfruten del fin de semana largo y esperamos verlos a todos pronto. Gracias y cuídense.
22 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
Alert graphic with the relevant optional teacher workday information

We know this has been an unusual week, and we appreciate your flexibility and support as the district prioritizes safety. ABSS will continue with Remote Learning on Thursday, January 29. Students should continue to work on their assignments. There will be no athletic or after-school activities. Please continue to check your email and our website for updates. Thanks to our Operations and Transportation crews for traveling around the county to assess road conditions. Stay safe, everyone!

Sabemos que esta ha sido una semana inusual y agradecemos su flexibilidad y apoyo mientras el distrito prioriza la seguridad. ABSS continuará con el aprendizaje a distancia el jueves 29 de enero. Los estudiantes deben seguir trabajando en sus tareas. No habrá actividades deportivas ni extracurriculares. Por favor, consulten su correo electrónico y nuestro sitio web para obtener actualizaciones. Agradecemos a nuestros equipos de Operaciones y Transporte por recorrer el condado para evaluar el estado de las carreteras. ¡Cuídense todos!

23 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
Remote Learning Day text over a photograph of icy road conditions
An icy road from the perspective of inside the car looking out the windshield
An icy road from the perspective of inside the car looking out the windshield
An icy road from the perspective of inside the car looking out the windshield
Due to continued hazardous road conditions, we will transition to a Remote Learning Day on Tuesday, January 27. This means all schools and facilities will be closed for students and staff. Students should work on their remote learning assignments. No athletics or afterschool activities. Remote Learning Days are flexible school days where students work at their own pace on posted assignments, also known as asynchronous work. While there are no required live classes, teachers are available during optional office hours if students have questions. Students are expected to complete all activities and reach out to their teachers if they need assistance. Work is due within five days of returning to school. View/Download our Remote Learning Guide here: https://5il.co/3tij1

Los días de aprendizaje a distancia son días escolares flexibles en los que los estudiantes trabajan a su propio ritmo en las tareas asignadas, lo que se conoce como trabajo asincrónico. Si bien no hay clases presenciales obligatorias, los profesores están disponibles durante el horario de consulta opcional para responder las preguntas de los estudiantes. Se espera que los estudiantes completen todas las actividades y se comuniquen con sus profesores si necesitan ayuda. Las tareas deben entregarse dentro de los cinco días posteriores al regreso a clases presenciales. Consulte o descargue nuestra Guía de aprendizaje a distancia aquí: https://5il.co/3tij1
25 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
Remote Learning Day informational graphic with details about January 27

We are closely monitoring the incoming winter weather. Students are bringing learning packets home today for potential remote instruction. If power outages occur, we may move to a full closure instead. Safety is our priority! Watch for updates via call, text, email, social media, and posted on our website.

Estamos monitoreando de cerca las condiciones meteorológicas invernales. Hoy los estudiantes llevarán a casa material de estudio para una posible instrucción a distancia. Si se producen cortes de energía, podríamos optar por cerrar las escuelas por completo. ¡La seguridad es nuestra prioridad! Manténganse atentos a las actualizaciones a través de llamadas, mensajes de texto, correo electrónico, redes sociales y en nuestro sitio web.

28 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
We are closely monitoring the incoming winter weather. Students are bringing learning packets home today for potential remote instruction. If power outages occur, we may move to a full closure instead. Safety is our priority! Watch for updates via call, text, email, social media, and posted on our website.
Rezoning Process: Thank you to our community members (over 3000!) who responded to the Community Survey. We invite you now to our upcoming Community Voice Sessions at Williams this Thursday or Southeast next week. Everyone is welcome! Please share your feedback with SchoolCAMP and ABSS leadership. Ongoing rezoning updates can be found on our website: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/student-assignments
29 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
Information about Rezoning Community Voice Sessions: January 22 at Williams High School January 28 at Southeast Alamance High School Community Voice Sessions You are invited to attend any of these rezoning process Community Voice Sessions to hear opinions and provide your own feedback in person. Both Community Voice Sessions will begin at 6:00 pm in the auditorium and are open to the public. Please come ready to share your feedback with SchoolCAMP and ABSS Leadership.
22 de enero en Williams High School 28 de enero en Southeast Alamance High School Sesiones de voz comunitaria Le invitamos a asistir a cualquiera de estas Sesiones de Voz Comunitaria sobre el proceso de rezonificación para escuchar opiniones y brindar su opinión en persona. Ambas Sesiones de Voz Comunitaria comenzarán a las 6:00 p. m. en el auditorio y estarán abiertas al público. Por favor, venga preparado para compartir sus comentarios con SchoolCAMP y el equipo directivo de ABSS.

ABSS Families: Don’t miss your chance to weigh in! Our Attendance Zone Planning survey is open until Jan 15. We want your input before any draft maps are created. In-person Community Voice sessions will follow! https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/student-assignments

about 1 month ago, ABSS Webmaster
Our school district is beginning a rezoning process to plan for enrollment, school capacity, and future growth. Community voice comes first. Provide your feedback! Nuestro distrito escolar está comenzando un proceso de redistribución de zonas escolares para planificar la inscripción, la capacidad de las escuelas y el crecimiento futuro. ¡La voz de la comunidad es lo primero! bit.ly/abssrezoning

Due to the forecast of below-freezing temperatures accompanied by precipitation, ABSS will be closed for all students and staff tomorrow, Friday, December 5th. This includes all after-school activities. We have made this decision out of caution to ensure the safety of our school community.

3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Important weather message cancelling school on Friday, December 5th
During Monday's Board of Education meeting, the 2026-2027 academic calendar's latest draft was unanimously approved. The updated version moves required workdays to Monday or Friday. We sincerely appreciate the valuable and extensive feedback provided by our community. You can download the calendars here: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/documents/district-information/calendars/350847
3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Calendar graphic with ABSS logo and text Now Available: 2026-2027 Academic Calendar

As we continue into the school year, we're excited to look back at the amazing progress during the first nine weeks! Our Progress Report Video highlights three key areas:

📵 Cell phone-free classrooms leading to greater student connection and engagement.

🤝 Strong relationships that are building confident learners.

💡 Data-driven, standards-aligned instruction challenging and supporting every student.

We're proud of this progress and encourage you to keep the conversation going at home! Ask your student about what they're learning class and connections at school. Thank you for being a vital part of the #ABSSCommunity!

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AjYlPQ99Hk

4 months ago, James Shuler
Zig-zag lines, math around the room, identifying parts of a book, and so much more! This is what it looks like at E.M. Yoder Elementary School during morning instruction right after the bell rings; exceptional teachers leading engaged students to success! Can you spot Dr. Fleming working on his handwriting skills with the Pre-K class? #ThisisABSS
4 months ago, James Shuler
A young girl with blonde hair in a ponytail with a yellow bow, wearing a pink sweatshirt with floral design, sits at a classroom table smiling with her hand near her mouth. She has a green book in front of her while another student works beside her.
A Black female educator wearing a floral print top holds up a white paper displaying wavy line writing practice patterns, smiling broadly while another woman in a blue floral dress stands in the background in a classroom setting.
A man in a gray suit and striped tie sits at a round table with young students, smiling while children work on papers, with pairs of gray socks placed on the table surface in a classroom decorated with student artwork.
A young boy with short brown hair wearing a black t-shirt with a graphic design sits at a wooden table smiling broadly at the camera, with educational materials and cards visible on the desk and a female student working beside him.
A woman with long blonde and gray hair wearing a white top writes on a whiteboard with a blue marker, smiling while writing educational content including words like "temperate" and "high to low."
A young girl with blonde hair in pigtails wearing an orange hoodie leans forward at a desk, holding a yellow pencil and writing on paper while books are stacked nearby in a classroom setting.
A Black female educator with locs wearing a black top with textured details and a blue patterned lanyard poses with her arm around a young girl with long brown hair wearing a gray sweatshirt in a colorful classroom setting.
A young male visitor with curly blonde hair wearing a gray zip-up hoodie sits beside a young Black boy in a navy Pokémon t-shirt, both smiling at the camera in a classroom filled with learning materials and bulletin boards.
Two young girls sit at a classroom table working on papers with markers - one with blonde curly hair wearing a coral pink ruffled top, and another with hair in a bun wearing an orange shirt with small prints, both focused on their work with gray socks on the table.
A woman with her hair in a bun wearing a black jacket and teal pants smiles while kneeling beside a young blonde girl in a graphic t-shirt who holds a clipboard and orange marker, both posing together in a classroom with a window and educational displays visible behind them.
It was an energetic start to the school day at E.M. Yoder Elementary School as classes lined the halls for the Global Parade, led by our Participate Learning teachers and their students. 🌎 The parade started immediately after morning announcements from the cafeteria and went down all the main halls. A great way to kick off a full day of learning! We'll have more to share from Yoder later! #ThisisABSS
4 months ago, James Shuler
Three young children wearing Dominican Republic flag colors smile at the camera while holding small flags. They're dressed in red and blue with red-white-and-blue striped ribbons around their necks, standing in front of a brick wall in what appears to be a school cafeteria.
Five adults pose together in a school cafeteria wearing clothing representing different Latin American countries. They display traditional attire including Dominican Republic t-shirts, a traditional Dominican dress, and a colorful Colombian-style costume, with one person holding a drum.
A diverse group of children parade through a school hallway carrying various flags, including the Dominican Republic flag prominently displayed in the foreground. Students wear different colored clothing and accessories representing various countries while spectators line the hallway. Image 7: A large group of young students poses with their teacher in front of a bulletin board reading "In a world where you can BE ANYTHING BE PREPARED." All the children hold small Dominican Republic flags and wear coordinating red, white, and blue colors or ribbons. Image 8: A teacher in traditional Dominican dress with a parrot headpiece poses with students wearing animal masks representing Costa Rican wildlife. The children hold the Costa Rican flag featuring blue, white, and red horizontal stripes, and many wear green clothing. Image 9: A classroom of diverse students displays the Colombian flag while wearing various cultural accessories and holding papers. Behind them is a colorful bottle cap mural depicting Earth with continents, and a teacher stands with them in a Colombia t-shirt. Image 10: Students of various ages pose with the Colombian flag in front of a "BE ANYTHING BE PREPARED" bulletin board. They wear traditional Colombian hats (sombreros vueltiaos), hold small Colombian flags, and some wear costumes representing different aspects of Colombian culture.
Students parade through a school hallway carrying the Colombian flag with its distinctive yellow, blue, and red horizontal stripes and national coat of arms. Children wearing Colombian soccer jerseys lead the procession while other students sit along the hallway walls watching.
Two smiling students wearing Colombian national team soccer jerseys pose in a school hallway holding soccer balls. One child holds a blue ball labeled "Italia" while the other holds a yellow ball. Other students in various country attire are visible in the background.
A large group of young students poses with their teacher in front of a bulletin board reading "In a world where you can BE ANYTHING BE PREPARED." All the children hold small Dominican Republic flags and wear coordinating red, white, and blue colors or ribbons.
A teacher in traditional Dominican dress with a parrot headpiece poses with students wearing animal masks representing Costa Rican wildlife. The children hold the Costa Rican flag featuring blue, white, and red horizontal stripes, and many wear green clothing.
A classroom of diverse students displays the Colombian flag while wearing various cultural accessories and holding papers. Behind them is a colorful bottle cap mural depicting Earth with continents, and a teacher stands with them in a Colombia t-shirt.
Students of various ages pose with the Colombian flag in front of a "BE ANYTHING BE PREPARED" bulletin board. They wear traditional Colombian hats (sombreros vueltiaos), hold small Colombian flags, and some wear costumes representing different aspects of Colombian culture.
Young children walk in a school hallway parade wearing Dominican Republic colors and holding small Dominican flags on sticks. The students have red, white, and blue ribbons around their necks while other children sit along the walls watching the celebration.
🌞 Summer Meals are available starting today! There are weekly pick-ups at three school sites (sign-up required) and daily pick-ups available at multiple community locations. https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/summer-food
8 months ago, James Shuler
Summer Food Services Program starting June 16th and ending August 14th
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS to our incredible 2025 Classified Employees of the Year! From assisting families all day to supporting students in all subjects, your contributions make a profound difference in our schools. Thank you for all you do!
11 months ago, James Shuler
List of all classified employees of the year for all schools
We're proud to highlight Officer Lopez, Mebane Police Department School Resource Officer at E.M. Yoder Elementary, for being named the L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs & Violence) North Carolina Instructor of the Year! She goes above and beyond at Yoder and we're proud of her dedication to law enforcement education, building relationships, and serving the community!
11 months ago, James Shuler
School Resource Officer in civilian attire holding a L.E.A.D. award plaque in front of a backdrop featuring a yellow lab mascot with blue police uniform