North Graham Elementary School

North Graham Elementary took their annual Arts Night to new heights with an out-of-this-world space theme! 🚀 The gymnasium was mission control for the 3rd-grade performances, directed by Drama Teacher Corrie Su, where each class wrote and performed their own charming (and informative) screenplays about the solar system. 🌞🪐 The cosmic creativity didn't stop there! Kathryn Combs, Visual Arts teacher, hosted a floating art show exhibiting unique alien clay creations made by students from all grades. Visitors had close encounters with these beings from another world. Check out those cosmic details! 👽 To top off the activities, the Media Center transformed into an interstellar book fair hosted by Tracy Taylor, Media Coordinator, dressed as Fly Guy. 📚 We appreciate all the families for coming out to show your support for our talented students. A big shout-out to Ms. Su, Ms. Combs, and Ms. Taylor for their hard work in organizing this great event. 💫

📣 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

🌟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 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused

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!

✨ Kindergarten Enrollment links in English and Spanish are now on our website! We have instructions, videos, a checklist, and other resources. If your child will turn 5 before August 31, 2024, they are eligible to enroll in ABSS Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 academic year. https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/kindergarten-program ✅ Want to register in person? Come out to our Registration Fair on March 9th at Holly Hill Mall, 9 AM to Noon. Staff will be available to answer all your questions!

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! 👏

Great news! Pre-kindergarten applications for the 2024-2025 school year are now available! For information, locations, and application links, please visit our website: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/pre-kindergarten

Save the Date! 🗓️ Join us for a fun and informative evening at the last Family University of the year, January 29th at Cummings High School! 🌟 A light dinner will be provided at no cost to families before you choose from many useful sessions on topics like registering for high school courses, career and technical education opportunities, and elementary reading and math strategies. Several sessions will also be available in Spanish (Algunas sesiones también estarán disponibles en español.) Childcare will be available for children from Pre-K to 5th grade, so the whole family can participate. The Family University is a great chance to get helpful information while connecting with other families and teachers. We hope to see you there - don't miss this valuable opportunity to support your student's growth and education!

An application must be completed to receive free or reduced school meals for the new school year. 🥪 If your school is already eligible for free meals or you bring lunch from home, the application is still worthwhile as it provides waivers for testing and college applications! 🖥️ lunchapplication.com

All ABSS rising 6th graders are invited to attend 4 jam-packed, fun, and engaging days at their assigned Middle School for 2023-2024! Light breakfast, lunch, and transportation are provided. Complete the registration form on or before May 26, 2023 for a chance to win some school swag. Deadline to register is June 23, 2023. Please contact your child's middle school for any additional questions. https://bit.ly/SummerBridgeABSS

There was a lot of excitement in the cafeteria at North Graham Elementary this morning for National School Breakfast Week! 🌅 Thanks to our school nutrition staff for working hard to provide our students with a smile and meal to begin their day. #NSBW23

ABSS Kindergarten - Start Strong, Start Here! 🌠 We are committed to providing a foundation that will help our youngest learners build on their futures. Registration opens March 1st and our Fair is March 4th, 9am to Noon at Holly Hill Mall. https://youtu.be/Pu5mx20NMu8

Please see the next EFBC Food Giveaway date. Boxes will be given on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please note that we will have a representative on hand who speaks Spanish. In the event that families are in need of food in between our monthly giveaways, they can contact the church office for assistance. Please contact Rev Wingfield at minwingfield@elonfbc.org or 336-584-5657 with any questions.

Special Announcement regarding Valentine's Day next week: Teachers will be sharing any special celebrations occurring on Feb. 14th. Please note that any Valentine's sent to school need to include enough for the entire classroom. Please let your child's teacher know if you have any questions. Thanks!

The NGE School Yearbook is now available for purchase. The last day to buy a yearbook is March 1st, 2023. We will not be able to accept payments after this date. Click use the link at the end of this post to complete the order. For more information see the bright green paper your child will be bringing home this week. https://osp.osmsinc.com/ABSS/BVModules/CategoryTemplates/Detailed%20List%20with%20Properties/Category.aspx?categoryid=AT028

Please find the Spanish version of the newsletters shared yesterday attached to this post.

We have lots of information to share for the month of February! Please read carefully and call the school if you have any questions.

Want to make school better? Just ask students! North Graham Elementary is meeting weekly with students to get their feedback on the changes they want to see. Fox 8’s Cindy Farmer sat in on a meeting and will feature them in her “What’s Right With Our Schools” segment Monday morning at 7am.

This Sunday is the Lunar New Year. Students at North Graham Elementary celebrated with a Lunar New Year Parade. The school, which focuses on the arts, had students create dragon puppets, scarf dances, and instruments to celebrate. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused