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

about 9 hours ago, James Shuler
As we approach Veterans Day next Tuesday, these first graders at E.M. Holt Elementary School had the honor of learning from local heroes as Rodney Smith from the 40&8 Veterans Honor Society Voiture 1237 of Alamance County, along with veterans from American Legion Post 63 and other organizations, visited to teach about the American flag. 🇺🇸 The veterans shared the flag's history, the meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance, and demonstrated proper flag folding while explaining the significance of each fold. Students learned about respectful care and display of the flag and enjoyed a moving poem before receiving their very own 4" x 6" American flag to take home! This meaningful program visits all our elementary schools each year!
about 15 hours ago, James Shuler
Two veterans demonstrate proper flag folding technique to young first-grade students during a Veterans Day program, with American flags displayed in the background.
Three veterans stand together holding small American flags in front of a "Thank You Veterans for your Service" bulletin board decorated with student artwork.
Veterans pose with enthusiastic first-grade students holding American flags in front of classroom bulletin boards featuring patriotic student art projects.
Large group photo of all E.M. Holt Elementary first graders, teachers, and veterans holding American flags with the Voiture 1237 banner displayed prominently.
A veteran distributes small American flags to excited first-grade students seated on the floor during the flag education program.
Two smiling first-grade girls sit together on the floor proudly holding their American flags.
Two first-grade students seated on the floor display their new American flags during the Veterans Day program.
Four diverse first-grade students smile together while holding their American flags.
Veterans interact with first-grade students, showing them thank-you cards and distributing flags during the ceremony.
Veterans and first-grade students pose in front of a "Welcome Home" bulletin board honoring veterans and displaying photos of service members.

𝗔𝗕𝗦𝗦 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗣 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: We are proud to share that ABSS was recognized today at the State Board of Education work session in Raleigh as one of only four districts selected statewide to present our Advanced Placement program successes. Representing ABSS were Angee Reed, Advanced Learners Coordinator; Bear Bryant, Principal of Western Alamance High School; April Williams, Western Alamance teacher; and Superintendent Dr. Fleming.

Our district has demonstrated exceptional growth in both AP enrollment and student performance. Student participation in AP courses has steadily increased over the past two years to an all-time high of 1,295 students in 2025, representing a 23.1% increase from the prior year. Even more remarkable is our students' achievement on AP exams. Since 2023, the number of qualifying scores of 3 or higher has more than doubled, reaching 1,426 qualifying scores in 2025—a 46.7% increase from the previous year.

These outstanding results reflect our commitment to expanding access to rigorous, college-level coursework while providing the support our students need to excel. This growth spans all demographics and schools across our district, demonstrating that we are creating equitable opportunities for all students to succeed at the highest academic levels.

Following the work session, Dr. Fleming joined State Superintendent Green and other education leaders for a press conference highlighting these achievements. We celebrate our dedicated students, teachers, and administrators whose hard work has made this success possible.

1 day ago, James Shuler
A camera operator films the North Carolina State Board of Education members seated at a panel table during a press conference, with the state motto "The privilege of education" displayed on the wall behind them.
ABSS Superintendent Dr. Fleming and other district representatives engaged in discussion at a roundtable work session, reviewing AP program data and materials with educators from other North Carolina school districts.
Education leaders from multiple school districts seated around tables in a collaborative work session, reviewing documents and data with presentations displayed on screens in the background at the State Board of Education meeting.
We're excited to share highlights from Honda Manufacturing Day, where our high school CTE students toured Honda's North Carolina Manufacturing facility in Haw River! This facility, which began ATV production in 2023, is the exclusive North American production source for Honda ATVs with products shipped worldwide.

During the visit, students experienced the entire manufacturing journey, from raw materials through final assembly. Honda team members shared insights about the facility's operations, production techniques, quality assurance processes, and the diverse career paths available in today's manufacturing industry. A highlight for many was testing their skills on a realistic ATV driving simulator!

We're grateful to Honda for welcoming our students and providing this hands-on learning opportunity, and to our CTE teachers who made this experience possible.
1 day ago, James Shuler
A group of diverse high school students stands on a yellow-lined viewing platform inside the Honda manufacturing facility. They are watching a team member (partially visible, operating a vehicle) demonstrate an assembly or testing procedure on the production line.
A group photo of the high school CTE students and Honda team members inside a training room. Students are kneeling in front with black Honda bags, celebrating the completion of their manufacturing day tour.
A male student wearing a blue beanie and safety harness intensely operates a realistic ATV driving simulator (MOZA Racing wheel), providing a fun, hands-on experience of vehicle operation.
A female student in a gray sweatshirt smiles enthusiastically while operating the ATV driving simulator. Another female student watches and gives a thumbs-up in the background.
A Honda team member in a white uniform assists a male high school student with long curly hair in assembling a part on a black ATV component, demonstrating a hands-on manufacturing skill.
Close-up of a female student with purple dreadlocks carefully inspecting the fit and finish of a front ATV plastic fascia and headlight assembly. A Honda team member is visible behind her.
A male student wearing glasses and a green shirt leans in close, inspecting the front headlight and tire of an ATV model with a small penlight, focusing on quality and assembly detail.
A Honda team member (wearing a hat) points to and explains the workings of a mechanical engine component display to two male students, demonstrating the technical details of the ATV powertrain.
During today's Board of Education meeting, draft calendars for the 2026-2027 academic year were presented. We invite you to provide your input on the proposed calendar options and share your valuable feedback through our online form, which closes November 21 at 5:00 PM: https://forms.gle/JPLfDrjzKh79dVY1A
2 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
A calendar graphic and magnifying glass with text "Input requested: 2026-2027 Academic Calendar" and the ABSS logo

At B. Everett Jordan, Art Teacher Ms. Cooley and ESL Teacher Jennifer Pearl worked with second graders to create beautiful ofrendas with assistance from the third-grade ESL students! Several parents also attended the event! #ThisisABSS

3 days ago, James Shuler
Second grade students creating ofrendas in a classroom for a Day of the Dead project
A vibrant ofrenda with a portrait of a person on the left and two little girls on the right
At Southern High, the Multilingual Students set up this vibrant Ofrenda in the hallway to commemorate #DíaDeLosMuertos. Staff and students were invited to learn more about the holiday and honor their loved ones. Flower arrangements provided by FFA! #ThisisABSS #DayoftheDead
3 days ago, James Shuler
A vibrant Ofrenda display with a large skull centerpiece is displayed in the hallway at Southern Alamance High School

It's a wrap on a super fun day, but we had to share these highlights! 🎃 While there was plenty of festive fun across the district, and plenty of cookies for our principals, that didn't stop a productive day of learning in our classrooms! Now, for the big reveal... Who's that hiding in the giant Minion costume? Hint: She's the Board chair! 👻 Whether you're celebrating the spooky season or just relaxing, enjoy your fantastic weekend! 🦇 #ThisisABSS

6 days ago, James Shuler
A large minion costumed person stands with a smaller child in a minion costume giving a thumbs up in the school cafeteria
The School Board wearing themed glasses and a graphic saying Happy Halloween
Principal Will Price with a student in a blue polo dressed as him
A clear container of cookies with a sticker celebrating principals
A bunch of staff members dressed as ghosts in front of the AO Elementary sign
Our thoughts are with the Jamaican community, both locally and abroad, as they face the aftermath of the recent hurricane. We stand in solidarity with all those affected. 🇯🇲
8 days ago, James Shuler
The Jamaican flag and a message: "To our Jamaican families and staff: We are here to support you during this challenging time." with the ABSS logo.
Congratulations to Ms. Stonebraker's CTE Foods Science class at Cummings High! The Food Science class won three First Place ribbons for their homemade jams and Third Place was awarded for cupcakes at the State Fair. This was also their first time entering jams!
9 days ago, James Shuler
Two students pose for a photo in front of a glass display case full of baked goods
A jar of strawberry jam with a blue ribbon on top
Board Meeting Highlight: Recognize some of these awesome educators? This is the first Teach for Alamance Cohort and they were recognized at last night's Board meeting! 🍎

This robust scholarship program, a key partnership with Elon University Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education, is designed to invest directly in our future leaders. It provides full tuition and a stipend for graduates of the School of Education who enroll in Elon’s Master of Education and Innovation Program. In exchange, these fully licensed teachers commit to teaching in ABSS schools for two years while completing their advanced degrees. It's truly a win-win for our students and teachers!

We are proud to share the program's growth: it has placed eighteen talented teachers in our schools (12 first-year and 6 second-year) since starting just two years ago. A huge thank you to Dean Ann Bullock for her outstanding leadership and collaborative partnership.

Finally, congratulations to Anna Steinki, who is part of this fantastic cohort and was recently recognized as our 2025 Beginning Teacher of the Year! We'll have a video interview from her classroom to share soon. We celebrate her and all of the dedicated educators who are shaping the future of the community.
10 days ago, James Shuler
A side view of four young women from the Teach for Alamance cohort sitting and listening in the audience of the meeting room. They are wearing their matching t-shirts.
A woman with short grey hair (Dean Ann Bullock) wearing a "TEACH FOR ALAMANCE" shirt stands next to a young woman (Anna Steinki) wearing a pink shirt. The young woman holds a framed certificate that reads "ABSS BEGINNING TEACHER OF THE YEAR 2024-2025: Anna Sophia Steinki." Both are smiling for the camera.
A large group of young adults wearing "TEACH FOR ALAMANCE" t-shirts are standing together for a group photo in a meeting room. Several adults are standing with them on the sides. Behind them are large posters with the ABSS logo and the "Portrait of a Graduate."
A wide shot of the Teach for Alamance cohort standing and being applauded by several adults on either side and the audience in the foreground. They are standing in front of large ABSS posters.
A close-up shot of five women in the Teach for Alamance cohort, with one woman speaking into a microphone. The woman with short grey hair stands to the far left, clapping.
A close-up side view of six members of the Teach for Alamance cohort, smiling and standing in a row in their matching t-shirts.
A group of young adults, mostly women, wearing matching light-colored t-shirts that say "TEACH FOR ALAMANCE" in red lettering, are standing in a line in a meeting room. A woman with short grey hair is clapping enthusiastically near the foreground on the left.
During tonight's Board of Education meeting, Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves was surprised by her family as she was recognized for her triumphant defeat of breast cancer. 🩷 Congratulations, Sandy!
10 days ago, James Shuler
Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves stands surprised holding a certificate recognizing her as a breast cancer survivor. Her daughter and husband stand behind her with exuberant expressions.
Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves stands surprised holding a certificate recognizing her as a breast cancer survivor. Her daughter stands beside her, moving towards her for an embrace.
Family of Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves make their way down the aisle in the Board auditorium.
Large group of family present to recognize Sandy Ellington-Graves who is standing in the center with a certificate
School spirit was high at Graham STEAM Middle School on game day, with red and black ❤️ 🖤 on full display! Inside the classrooms, however, the focus was on learning. Teachers passionately delivered lessons while students were hard at work. We visited Ms. Grayson’s Career Lab, where students were immersed in self-paced modules to explore various career pathways. 🚀 Our visit concluded in the cafeteria, where the welcoming aroma of beef dippers led us to the talented nutrition staff preparing for the lunch rush! #ThisisABSS #ABSSCTE
13 days ago, James Shuler
A group of six smiling adults, including a School Resource Officer (SRO) and several teachers wearing red and black Graham Falcons football jerseys, posing together in a hallway.
A teacher with long dark hair and glasses leaning down to help a male student at his desk, pointing to a paper while he holds a pencil. Other students are working in the background.
A group of seven friendly Graham Middle School cafeteria staff in purple shirts, along with a man in a gray suit (Dr. Fleming), posing for a photo in the kitchen area. One staff member in the center is holding a carved orange jack-o'-lantern.
Two female students intently working on a large piece of poster board in the Career Lab, using markers and pencils to draw a design. A laptop is open in the background.
Two male students in a classroom looking at a laptop screen. One student is resting his head on his arms, and the other is navigating a website with the touchpad.
Students working on laptops at hexagonal tables in a classroom, focusing on their individual screens. The room appears to be the Career Lab, with the name "Ms. Grayson" visible on a back wall.
A female student with long hair and bright blue glasses focused on writing notes on a sheet of paper next to her open laptop.
A teacher and two male students standing side-by-side in a classroom. The students are wearing red and black Graham Falcons football jerseys.
A group photo of four students and two teachers in a brightly lit classroom. Two students are flashing peace signs, and the adults are smiling warmly.
Two male students in the Career Lab cooking an omelet. One student is carefully stirring eggs in a small skillet on a portable burner, while the other watches with eggs and cooking tools on the counter.
They came to play and brought the energy! ☀️ The Special Olympics Alamance County Bocce Ball Tournament at Bill Cooke Park was a huge success, with our athletes bringing their A-game. 💪 They were joined by fantastic student volunteers for a day of competitive fun, exercise, and camaraderie in the sun. Thank you to Alamance Parks - Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation, Graham Recreation and Parks Department, and Special Olympics Alamance County for organizing this event, our teachers for your leadership, and all the cheering families for your support! 👏 #ThisisABSS #ABSSCommunity
14 days ago, James Shuler
A teenage girl in a bright blue t-shirt smiles at the camera with her hands clasped in front of her. Several adults and teens stand in the background on the sunny field.
A group of six young adults and teens, including participants and volunteers, pose together for a group photo on the grassy field. One girl sits in a wheelchair in the foreground, wrapped in a colorful blanket.
g A young man in a black t-shirt smiles over his shoulder at the camera, pointing back at his bicep. The photo is taken on a sunny grassy field with other people and a baseball diamond in the distance.
A close-up portrait of two teenage girls standing side-by-side on the field, smiling at the camera with their arms around each other. One girl wears a navy blue sweatshirt.
A young man in a blue and red "Warriors 15" football jersey with his red hood up smiles widely and flexes his biceps at the camera, looking strong and happy.
A young woman wearing sunglasses and wrapped in a vibrant, multi-colored zigzag blanket sits in a wheelchair. A person stands behind her, pushing the chair.
A side profile of a young man in a grey "Champion" hoodie celebrating or cheering with a clenched fist. A female volunteer in a black sweater is clapping beside him.
Three teenage girls stand on the grassy field holding hands in a circle. The girl on the right in a red sweatshirt is laughing joyfully.
A young man in a black hooded sweatshirt leans forward, reaching out with his hands as if rolling a ball for a game. An adult woman in a light blue UNC hoodie stands behind him, watching.
They came to play and brought the energy! ☀️ The Special Olympics Alamance County Bocce Ball Tournament at Bill Cooke Park was a huge success, with our athletes bringing their A-game. 💪 They were joined by fantastic student volunteers for a day of competitive fun, exercise, and camaraderie in the sun. Thank you to Alamance Parks - Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation, Graham Recreation and Parks Department, and Special Olympics Alamance County for organizing this event, our teachers for your leadership, and all the cheering families for your support! 👏 #ThisisABSS #ABSSCommunity
14 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
A group of four students and a volunteer stand side-by-side on a grassy field. The students are wearing a bright orange t-shirt, a black hoodie, and a grey lacrosse hoodie. The volunteer is in a blue long-sleeve athletic shirt.
A teenage boy in a motorized wheelchair smiles as he hits a large, multi-colored beach ball forward with his right hand during an outdoor game on a grassy field.
A group of four people—three students and one adult woman—stand together and smile for a close-up photo on the sunny field. The adult wears sunglasses and a blue polo shirt.
A close-up portrait of a smiling girl with long brown hair and a light blue shirt featuring a cartoon dog graphic. She holds her hands up with open palms on a sunny day.
A large group of high school students and volunteers stand on a sunny grassy field surrounding a seated student in a wheelchair who is holding a beach ball. Everyone is smiling for the group photo.
A large, diverse group of students and adult staff/volunteers, most wearing matching yellow "United We Play, United We Win" shirts, stand on a sunny grassy field and wave or smile for a group photo.
A large group of high school students, most wearing matching yellow shirts that say "United We Play, United We Win," pose for a spirited group photo on a grassy field, making silly faces and hand gestures.
A group of seven high school girls, all wearing matching yellow "United We Play, United We Win" shirts, stand close together on a grassy field and smile for a group photo.
A large group of high school students and volunteers stand on a sunny grassy field surrounding a seated student in a wheelchair who is holding a beach ball. Everyone is smiling for the group photo.
A close-up side view of a teenage boy in a grey t-shirt preparing to throw a small object with his right hand during a game on the grass. A red basket of balls is visible on the ground nearby.

(They came to play and brought the energy! ☀️ The Special Olympics Alamance County Bocce Ball Tournament at Bill Cooke Park was a huge success, with our athletes bringing their A-game. 💪 They were joined by fantastic student volunteers for a day of competitive fun, exercise, and camaraderie in the sun. Thank you to Alamance Parks - Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation, Graham Recreation and Parks Department, and Special Olympics Alamance County for organizing this event, our teachers for your leadership, and all the cheering families for your support! 👏 #ThisisABSS #ABSSCommunity

14 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
Two teenage girls, one in a black hoodie and the other in a vibrant tie-dye shirt, smile and joyfully slap hands (high-five) while standing outdoors.
A group of six elementary school-aged children and three adults, all wearing bright green "Hillcrest Hornets" shirts, smile and wave at the camera on a sunny day.
A group of high school students stands on the field, focused on a game of bocce ball. One girl in a red sweatshirt is poised to roll a ball, while others watch the balls already on the ground.
A woman in a grey sweatshirt gently hugs a girl with her arms wrapped around her. A teenage boy in a black and teal sweater stands to the right, and other people are visible in the background on the sunny field.
A girl in a green "Hillcrest Hornets" shirt and glasses uses a ramp device to roll a blue ball for a game, raising her hands in excitement. Another girl and several adults stand behind her, smiling.
A group of five children and three adult staff/volunteers in blue shirts pose closely together, smiling on a sunny day. One girl is seated in a wheelchair on the far left.
A close-up of a young girl in a green shirt carefully placing a green ball into a white plastic ramp to roll it for a game. A boy stands behind her.
A large group of children and adult staff/volunteers pose together on a sunny grassy field, likely at a park. Several participants are wearing blue shirts. One boy in the front is wearing a green shirt, and a child sits in a pink and black wheelchair to the right.
A group of about ten high school-aged students, including participants and volunteers, stand together in a line on a grassy field, posing for a group photo on a sunny day.
Three high school-aged volunteers or participants stand on a sunny grassy field. The person in the center is reaching up to tap a large beach ball in the air. Other people relax on inflatable chairs and watch games in the background.

We're incredibly excited to announce that Brandon Daye, Sports & Entertainment Marketing teacher at Hugh M. Cummings High School, has been named a finalist for the 2025 Bank of America Panther Ticket Teacher of the Year Award! Brandon was nominated by his students for the Clarity, Thoughtfulness, and Passion he brings to the classroom, his commitment to student engagement, and his strong community partnerships. As a finalist, he'll be a guest of the Carolina Panthers and Bank of America at this Sunday's game and receive a prize pack. The grand prize winner will be announced soon and will receive $5,000 for their classroom! We're so proud to have Brandon representing the Alamance-Burlington School System and showcasing the incredible, student-centered learning happening in his class! #ThisisABSS

14 days ago, ABSS Webmaster
A close-up portrait of Brandon Daye, a teacher with a warm smile, standing in the middle of his classroom. Students are seated and working at desks in the background.
Brandon Daye stands smiling in his classroom in front of a white interactive whiteboard. The board displays a graphic for 'MR. DAYE'S SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKET[ING]' with the title 'IN THE ZONE: Where Effort Meets Achievement'.
Sports Marketing teacher Brandon Daye stands in his classroom with seven students. Daye holds a basketball and smiles at the camera. The students hold items related to sports and marketing, including a 'Sports Marketing' binder and a mascot figurine.
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
15 days 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
15 days 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.

We love seeing ABSS alumni returning to teach! This week, Alba Canales joined Haw River Elementary as an ML Beginning Teacher. She is a graduate of Grove Park, Turrentine, and Williams. Welcome, Alba! #ThisisABSS

17 days ago, James Shuler
A young teacher wearing a black shirt and pants with khaki sweater stands in front of a bulletin board themed around Hispanic Heritage.