It was a GREAT day in "the nest" for the first day of school. The smiles, laughs, and energy of our students were radiating throughout our campus as put our hearts and minds together to build relationships and greatness! 💙💛 #bluejaysbuildgreatness
We would like to send a big Blue Jay Shoutout to Mt. Zion Baptist Church for feeding our staff breakfast from Yesterday's Grill for the 1st day of school. Thank you for contributing to helping us build something great this school year!💙💛 #heartsandmindstogetherbuildgreatness
Click the link below to check out this week's edition of The Sylvan Sunday Swoop!
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It was so great to see our Blue Jays and their families in the classrooms at Sylvan last night for our 25-26 Open House! We are so excited to build greatness together this year! #heartsandmindstogether #bluejaysbuildgreatness 💙💛
We are looking forward to seeing our 1st-5th-grade Blue Jays tonight for Meet the Teacher from 5:00-7:00!
Blue Jay Staff went all in today during our Capturing Kids' Hearts Training! We were so engaged and intentional with our time that we didn't snap many pictures. We are looking forward to day 2 tomorrow! #bluejausbuildinggreatness 💙💛 #heartsandmindstogether
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Enrollment is open for our 25-26 Afterschool Program. Please click the link below to register! Click the link below to access the enrollment form and afterschool care information. https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/ses/page/before-after-school-care
It's a Wonderful Wednesday to welcome one more Blue Jay to our Happy Nest!
Hello there! I love to mix mediums and build community through art. In my classroom, students are encouraged to take creative risks, explore new techniques, and express themselves freely. My goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where every student feels empowered to grow. I’m excited to help students draw out the best in themselves — both artistically and personally.
Hello there! I love to mix mediums and build community through art. In my classroom, students are encouraged to take creative risks, explore new techniques, and express themselves freely. My goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where every student feels empowered to grow. I’m excited to help students draw out the best in themselves — both artistically and personally.
Don't forget, tonight is our first PTA Meeting! Come out and see how you can support Sylvan being the best school in the county!
It's a Wonderful Wednesday to welcome some of our new Blue Jays to the Nest!
Hello everyone! My name is Lesley Pond, I’m an independent musician turned new music teacher, and I’m so excited to join the Sylvan community! I studied composition and vocal jazz performance at ECU and electronic music composition at NC State.
I love animals, being outside, and pretty much anything that involves creating -whether it’s music, cooking, or making a mess in the garden.
I can’t wait to get to know my students and learn about what types of music inspire them!
Hello everyone! My name is Lesley Pond, I’m an independent musician turned new music teacher, and I’m so excited to join the Sylvan community! I studied composition and vocal jazz performance at ECU and electronic music composition at NC State.
I love animals, being outside, and pretty much anything that involves creating -whether it’s music, cooking, or making a mess in the garden.
I can’t wait to get to know my students and learn about what types of music inspire them!
It's a Wonderful Wednesday to welcome some of our new Blue Jays to the Nest!
I'm a proud native of Alamance County and a graduate of Williams High School, having grown up in ABSS. As a mom, I've had the joy of watching my children, Garner and McKay, follow in those footsteps--both are graduates of Eastern Alamance High School. Garner is an electrical engineer in Washington, DC, while McKay is attending UNC-Chapel Hill. My husband Doug and I have been married for 28 years, and he works at UNC Chapel Hill. I bring both a big heart and experience to the classroom. I'm committed to creating a positive learning environment where every student feels valued and important. I'm absolutely thrilled to be part of the incredible Sylvan team and proud to be a Blue Jay supporting the Pre-K Classroom!
I'm a proud native of Alamance County and a graduate of Williams High School, having grown up in ABSS. As a mom, I've had the joy of watching my children, Garner and McKay, follow in those footsteps--both are graduates of Eastern Alamance High School. Garner is an electrical engineer in Washington, DC, while McKay is attending UNC-Chapel Hill. My husband Doug and I have been married for 28 years, and he works at UNC Chapel Hill. I bring both a big heart and experience to the classroom. I'm committed to creating a positive learning environment where every student feels valued and important. I'm absolutely thrilled to be part of the incredible Sylvan team and proud to be a Blue Jay supporting the Pre-K Classroom!
It's a Wonderful Wednesday to welcome some of our new Blue Jays to the Nest!
My name is Yolanda, and I'm originally from North Carolina, where I've spent most of my life. For the past ten years, I've had the opportunity to work with children ranging from six weeks to middle school age, which has truly deepened my passion for child development and communication. I'm currently working toward a degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and I'm excited about the path ahead. Outside of work and school, I love hiking, baking, and discovering new places. I'm really looking forward to getting to know all of you and being a part of this community!
My name is Yolanda, and I'm originally from North Carolina, where I've spent most of my life. For the past ten years, I've had the opportunity to work with children ranging from six weeks to middle school age, which has truly deepened my passion for child development and communication. I'm currently working toward a degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and I'm excited about the path ahead. Outside of work and school, I love hiking, baking, and discovering new places. I'm really looking forward to getting to know all of you and being a part of this community!
It's a Wonderful Wednesday to welcome some of our new Blue Jays to the Nest!
Hello! My name is Katie Haynes, and I am so grateful to be joining the Sylvan family! My husband and I are products of ABSS and alumni of Appalachian State University! We have two fur-babies, Roxy and Lola, and we spend most of our time with our family. I am excited to get to know the families of Sylvan and be a part of your community! I have been teaching in ABSS for 15 years in Sixth and Fourth grade, so I am eager to SOAR with Fifth grade this school year!
Hello! My name is Katie Haynes, and I am so grateful to be joining the Sylvan family! My husband and I are products of ABSS and alumni of Appalachian State University! We have two fur-babies, Roxy and Lola, and we spend most of our time with our family. I am excited to get to know the families of Sylvan and be a part of your community! I have been teaching in ABSS for 15 years in Sixth and Fourth grade, so I am eager to SOAR with Fifth grade this school year!
It's a Wonderful Wednesday to welcome some of our new Blue Jays to the Nest!
Hello everyone! I’m incredibly excited to join the Sylvan Elementary family as one of the new 5th-grade teachers. It’s truly an honor to become part of such a dedicated and welcoming school community. A little about me—I’ve always had a passion for helping young learners grow both academically and personally. I’ve spent the past twelve years working in education, and I’m excited to be around the curiosity and energy that 5th graders bring to the classroom. I believe in creating a learning environment where students feel seen, supported, and challenged to do their best. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family, going on mini adventures, and loving on my sweet kitty Moo Moo. I’m looking forward to a wonderful school year with our students and their families.
Hello everyone! I’m incredibly excited to join the Sylvan Elementary family as one of the new 5th-grade teachers. It’s truly an honor to become part of such a dedicated and welcoming school community. A little about me—I’ve always had a passion for helping young learners grow both academically and personally. I’ve spent the past twelve years working in education, and I’m excited to be around the curiosity and energy that 5th graders bring to the classroom. I believe in creating a learning environment where students feel seen, supported, and challenged to do their best. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family, going on mini adventures, and loving on my sweet kitty Moo Moo. I’m looking forward to a wonderful school year with our students and their families.
It's a Wonderful Wednesday to welcome some of our new Blue Jays to the Nest!
I am excited to join the Sylvan Blue Jays as Assistant Principal! I am an adventurer, lifelong learner, reader, gamer, and servant. As a former tutor, teacher, and instructional coach, I believe every student can learn when they are provided with the right tools and a supportive community. Looking forward to an amazing school year!
I am excited to join the Sylvan Blue Jays as Assistant Principal! I am an adventurer, lifelong learner, reader, gamer, and servant. As a former tutor, teacher, and instructional coach, I believe every student can learn when they are provided with the right tools and a supportive community. Looking forward to an amazing school year!
We would like to give a huge Blue Jay Shoutout to our anonymous "Angel Donor" who stopped by today to drop off bulk orders of school supplies. You may see boxes, but those boxes hold crayons, paper, pencils, bookbags, scissors, markers, folders, and erasers, all to ensure that EVERY Blue Jay is able to experience success and have all that they need at school! We appreciate our community donors! #sylvanisourhappynest #buildinggreatness
Enrollment is open for our 25-26 Afterschool Program. Please click the link below to register! Click the link below to access the enrollment form and afterschool care information. https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/ses/page/before-after-school-care
Click the link below to check out Back to School Edition 2 of The Sylvan Sunday Swoop! (delivered on a Monday) https://secure.smore.com/n/m1pfy
It's a Wonderful Wednesday to welcome some of our new Blue Jays to the Nest!
Hello! My name is Mary Raymond. I will be your new School Nurse this year. I bring with me 17 years of nursing experience. I graduated from the University of Maine Fort Kent with a BSN. I will be sharing Sylvan Elementary with Graham Middle School this year. I am a community member, and my own children are members of the Blue Jay community. I am so excited to be working with all of you!!! I hope you all enjoy the rest of your summer!
Hello! My name is Mary Raymond. I will be your new School Nurse this year. I bring with me 17 years of nursing experience. I graduated from the University of Maine Fort Kent with a BSN. I will be sharing Sylvan Elementary with Graham Middle School this year. I am a community member, and my own children are members of the Blue Jay community. I am so excited to be working with all of you!!! I hope you all enjoy the rest of your summer!
