When all the works are this good, it's hard to pick a favorite! The Walter M. Williams High School gym has been filled with incredible Visual Arts, Pottery & Videography works for the Williams High School Art Show today! 🎨 Please stop by from 5:00-7:00 PM tonight and prepare to be amazed. Art teachers Elizabeth Wooten and Emily Brinskelle have done an amazing job organizing the event and the student art will certainly impress. In between the exhibitions, you can have your hands painted, get a caricature by Erike Huffine Illustration, see students make their next masterpieces live, or take home your own art on a stick. Dr. Fleming stopped by this afternoon and placed an award on his favorite pottery piece titled Stone Garden by Raquel Rodriguez Alonso. He was so inspired by everything he saw, he picked up a brush! 🏺👨‍🎨 #ThisisABSS #ABSSArts
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
A student in a brown t-shirt paints a colorful landscape on an easel, while another student is seen in soft focus in the foreground.
Two women stand together smiling in a gymnasium. One wears a denim jacket and colorful earrings; the other wears a black "Williams High School Staff" shirt.
An artist named Erik sits at a drawing stand in a gym, preparing to draw a caricature for a student. A sign next to him advertises "$10 Caricatures."
A young artist with blonde hair and an orange blouse focuses on a large, vibrant yellow canvas, applying purple paint with a brush.
A student carefully applies a henna tattoo to the forearm of another student seated closeby
Two students stand at a long table covered in black cloth, admiring a diverse collection of colorful ceramic masks and pottery on display.
A man in a blue patterned suit and tie gestures with his hands while looking at the back of a large painting canvas on an easel.
A unique, circular perspective through a prop showing a student artist holding a paintbrush toward the camera.
Three students sit at pottery wheels in a gymnasium, focused on shaping clay. The student in the foreground uses both hands to mold a bowl.
A smiling student in a blue "Regionals 2026 Track and Field" hoodie holds a decorated ceramic pitcher next to a man in a blue suit jacket.
Snapshots from E.M. Yoder Elementary School : From the playground to the classroom, our students are thriving! It’s wonderful to see our Pre-K students enjoying the sunshine as they prepare for the transition to Kindergarten. They've learned so much this year! ☀️ Speaking of Kindergarten, here's Mrs. Karboski leading a small group lesson on suffixes while students work independently on CVCe word identification. Every day brings new and exciting learning opportunities! #ThisisABSS
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
A teacher sits at a semi-circular wooden desk in a colorful classroom, pointing at educational picture cards spread out on the table. Two young girls stand at the desk holding colorful fly swatters used as pointers, while a young boy watches from the side.
A close-up of a young girl with a braid, smiling and looking off-camera while holding a pink, hand-shaped fly swatter. A blue fly swatter rests on the table in the foreground.
A young girl with long blonde hair and a pink patterned fleece jacket focuses intently on writing on a clipboard. In the background, a green bulletin board displays literacy lessons with images of locks and apples.
A young boy in a black hoodie stands in a classroom, looking down and concentrated as he holds a wooden clipboard. Behind him are bookshelves and various student projects pinned to the wall.
A joyful portrait of two children sitting together on a playground structure. The girl on the left wears a pink "Hogwarts" sweater, and the boy on the right wears a light blue t-shirt with a construction vehicle graphic.
A close-up, high-angle portrait of a young boy with a bright smile, wearing a colorful striped t-shirt. He is standing outside on a woodchip-covered playground.
A cheerful young boy in a red shirt leans against a green metal playground pole, smiling broadly at the camera with his arms wrapped around the post.
A young girl with curly blonde hair and blue eyes smiles at the camera while sitting on a playground slide. She is wearing a pink dress patterned with watermelons and has her arms raised out to the sides.
A warm portrait of two women smiling together on a playground. The woman on the left has grey hair and a floral blue blouse, and the woman on the right has dark braided hair and a green and brown patterned shirt.
A group photo on a sunny playground featuring five adults and nine young children. Everyone is smiling and posed closely together in front of a colorful climbing structure and a brick school building.
🎓 ABSS Graduate Gallery: From the court and the stage to the halls of Duke University, Jaden Danieley is ready for a high-powered future! ⚡ A senior at Western Alamance High School, Jaden is heading to Duke this fall to study Electrical Engineering. His journey through ABSS began at Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary, then to Western Alamance Middle and High, and he has a strong foundation for what's ahead.

Jaden has been a true Renaissance man during his time as a Warrior, balancing everything from sports to playing in the Western jazz band. However, his most impactful memory was a moment of community: leading worship for a Tri-County Fellowship of Christian Athletes gathering. "Seeing over 500 students gather together from every high school in our county... to unify for one purpose was amazing!"

While he values the roots that raised him, Jaden is ready for the challenge of the unknown. "I’m excited to step out of the place that shaped me and into something completely new," he shared. "Leaving home is bittersweet, but I’m ready to challenge myself, meet new people, and grow in ways I can’t yet imagine."

Congratulations, Jaden! We are so proud of your hard work and can't wait to see you shine at Duke! 🔌✨
2 months ago, James Shuler
A high school senior wearing a Duke blue polo shirt leans against a stone archway in a brick outdoor hallway
Three high school basektball athletes, two wearing red Patriots jerseys and one wearing a white Western jersey, jostle for a rebound
A high school jazz band plays on stage under blue lights. They are all wearing black formal attire. The front three are playing saxophones and a few others in the back have trumpets.
A young boy wearing an orange RV t-shirt smiles and waves while seated in a diner restaurant
🎓 ABSS Graduate Gallery: Let’s hear it for Anthony (AJ) Withers! A senior at Cummings High School, AJ is ready to shift into high gear as he follows the Enrollment path to pursue his dreams in Welding and Trucking. His journey through ABSS has taken him from South Mebane Elementary to Broadview Middle, and now he's preparing to build a successful future in the skilled trades.

AJ is driven by a desire to succeed and serve as an inspiration to those around him. "I’m excited about chasing my dreams and showing others there's always a way out," he shared. Whether he’s under a welding hood or behind the wheel, AJ is focused on working hard and paving his own way.

While he’s looking forward to his career, he’s leaving Cummings with a major milestone: being crowned Prom King! 👑

Congratulations, AJ! We can’t wait to see you conquer the road ahead. 🛠️🚛
2 months ago, James Shuler
A high school senior wearing safety glasses and a black headband gives double peace signs in an industrial work space
A young boy smiles inside a home setting wearing a black t-shirt and a blue backpack
Yesterday afternoon, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) returned Canvas services to normal operations. Both ABSS students and staff will now be able to access and use Canvas as needed. NCDPI worked with a third-party group to determine that the software was safe and no longer compromised. ABSS is working closely with NCDPI and Instructure to determine what information was potentially breached. When the district is informed, we will continue to share updates.
2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Burgundy solid color background white white ABSS logo and white text that reads "CANVAS ACCESS RESTORED"

Happy School Communicators Day to Emily and James, the duo behind everything ABSS Communications! Whether they are crafting district messaging, capturing school highlights through photography and video, or keeping our digital presence polished, they work hard to keep the #ABSSCommunity connected. Also, one of them wrote this post. Can you guess who? #ThisisABSS #SchoolCommunicatorsDay #SchoolPR #NSPRA

2 months ago, James Shuler
Emily and James sitting on a bench with green bush behind them. James is holding a camera.
ABSS is currently monitoring the nationwide security breach related to Canvas, a learning management system used by our 6-12 grade students. At this time, Canvas is not available and should not be accessed by students, staff, or parents/guardians. We are urging everyone not to respond to notifications or emails from Canvas. Please await more information from ABSS before attempting to access the system again. We will continue to update you all as soon as we receive more information.
2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
CANVAS SECURITY BREACH UPDATE text on maroon background with ABSS logo
Happy School Nurse Day! Join us in celebrating this group of talented, caring professionals! From First Aid to 'heart' aid, our nurses are always there to catch our students when they fall. We’re so grateful for everything our nurses do to keep our schools healthy and happy! 🩺💙 #SchoolNurseDay #SchoolNurseWeek #HealthHeroes #ThankYouNurses #ThisisABSS
2 months ago, James Shuler
Group photo of school nurses gathered together during a thank you celebration at the Dream Center

Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek from the Board of Education! 🍎 #ThankATeacher #ThisisABSS

2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Group photo of the Board of Education with heart shaped glasses with text We Love Our Teachers & Staff!
BREAKING NEWS: Ashley Reynolds-Bowers from Walter M. Williams High School has been named the 2026 ABSS Teacher of the Year during the Alamance Chamber Excellence in Education awards! We'll have more to share about the event tomorrow, but join us in congratulating Ms. Reynolds-Bowers! 👏👏👏 #ABSSExcellence #ThisisABSS
2 months ago, James Shuler
Ashley hearing the news she is the 2026 Teacher of the Year surrounded by colleagues and community members
Ashley standing with Principal Curry Bryan
🎓 ABSS Graduate Gallery: Making history in her family, Alivia Hall is blaring a trail from Southern Alamance High School straight to North Carolina State University! As a first-generation college student, Alivia is heading to Raleigh to major in Crop and Soil Science. Her goal is to become an agronomist, where she can combine her passion for the land with scientific innovation.

Alivia’s high school years were defined by her leadership and involvement in FFA. Whether it was traveling to the National Convention or meeting agriculture icons like Dale Brisby and Nick Luechino, the FFA provided the backdrop for her favorite memories. Now, she’s ready to take that passion to the next level.

"I’m so excited to be the first in my family to go to a university and can’t wait to make all kinds of memories," Alivia says. "I hope to show my love for agriculture and be a light in the eyes of the next generations!"

Congratulations on this incredible milestone, Alivia! We know you’ll do great things for the future of farming. 🐺🌱🚜

Graduate Gallery submission form: https://forms.gle/irrpMZU4tiWhMe1M8
2 months ago, James Shuler
Alivia holding a corn trophy and wearing blue FFA attire
Alivia wearing red Southern Alamance graduation robes and holding a NC State banner
Alivia standing with donkeys in front of a Three Amigos restaurant
Alivia giving the wolfpack hand signs in front of the NC State bell tower

There were opportunities aplenty at the ABSS CTE Senior Job Fair! Over 120 ABSS Seniors came by the Mebane Arts Center to speak to representatives from over 30 local businesses and organizations. Many brought resumes and applied for positions on the spot! Students were also able to speak with military recruiters, learn more about ACC's programs, and hear from community organizations such as United Way, NCWorks, and Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities. Thanks to all local participants who were a part of this event and to our #ABSSCTE staff for your organization and leadership. #ThisisABSS #ABSSCommunity

2 months ago, James Shuler
Four female students holding job fair materials in the lobby of the Mebane Arts Center
Three students, two girls and one boy, holding job fair materials in the Mebane Arts Center
Three high school show off their job fair materials
Four teenages holding NC Works packets during the Job Fair
Two girls look closely at a packet of materials at the Job Fair
Four students look towards a job application table at the Senior Job Fair
Three students talk with a Burlington Fire Department representative at the Job Fair
Three females students pose for a photo among other high school students at the Senior Job Fair
A high school student shakes the hand of a police office
A high school student talks to men at the Alamance Caswell Builders Association table
Truly wonderful, the mind of a teacher is. Knowledge is the ultimate power, and our teachers are the ones who pass it on. As we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to recognize the incredible educators in our schools who empower our students to reach for the stars. The impact you have on our community is truly legendary! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThisisABSS #Maythe4th #Maythe4thbewithyou
2 months ago, James Shuler
A collage of classroom teachers with bold, yellow text on top that says TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK. At the bottom is a black, space-themed bar with white ABSS logo, white text that says May 4-8, 2026, and an apple with a green laser, a ruler, and coffee cup. The overall theme is a movie poster.

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.

2 months ago, James Shuler
A collage of all 38 school principals with text at the bottom that reads "NATIONAL SCHOOL PRINCPALS' DAY, May 1, 2026" and the ABSS logo
During Monday's Board of Education Meeting, we highlighted some exceptional students who were accepted into the North Carolina Governor’s School program! As the nation’s oldest statewide summer residential program for gifted high school students, Governor’s School provides these scholars with a life-changing opportunity to dive deep into academic and artistic disciplines without the pressure of grades. It is a massive achievement, and we are so proud to have these bright minds representing our district!

ABEC: Hannah Dalton (English) and Emma Gryniewski (Natural Science)
CHS: Mackenzii Walker (Social Science)
GHS: Jaziyah Johnson (English)
SAHS: Brody Clark, Alexander Parsons, and Matthew Furmage (Natural Science)
SEAHS: Rhiane Bumanlag (Social Science); Elizabeth Ricks (Natural Science); Misheel Tamir (Visual Art); and Joel Varughese (Mathematics)
WAHS: Grace Barrier (English)
WWHS: Caroline Conner (Social Science) and Grace Emehel (Visual Art)
2 months ago, James Shuler
A medium close-up shot of a diverse group of students and supportive adults during a recognition ceremony. Several students in the foreground are smiling and holding certificates for the North Carolina Governor’s School. The atmosphere is celebratory, with a "Recognitions" slide visible on a screen in the background.
A large group photo in a Board of Education meeting room featuring students, parents, and school officials. The students stand in the front row proudly holding their Governor’s School certificates. In the background, a digital screen displays the word "Recognitions" under the school district's branding.
A school board official speaks at a podium to a row of ten high school students standing in a meeting room. The students are holding award certificates and facing the official. A large screen in the background displays a slide titled "2026 NC Governors Schools" with a list of student names and their academic areas of study.
Big moves and bright futures! 🎓 Dr. Fleming hosted the final Student Advisory Council meeting of the year at Western Alamance High where students discussed into the state of classroom technology and shared their visions for improving the district. Seniors also celebrated their next chapters whether they are heading off to college, enlisting in the military, or jumping straight into the workforce. We are so proud of the diverse paths these leaders are taking! 🚀✨ #ABSSClassof2026 #ThisisABSS
2 months ago, James Shuler
Superintendent Dr. FlemingDr. Fleming smiles while shaking hands with a female student in a gray sweatshirt inside the high school media center.
A close-up shot of Dr. Fleming's hands as he uses a silver pen to sign a personalized note inside a graduation-themed children's book for a student.
Dr. Fleming, wearing a blue suit and red patterned tie, stands in a library and speaks with a female student wearing a pink hoodie and glasses.
Dr. Fleming stands at the front of a school media center addressing a group of high school students seated at round tables. A whiteboard in the background reads "Welcome Student Advisory" with "Go Warriors" written on the side.
Dr. Fleming leans over a table to write a message in a colorful Dr. Seuss book, "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" as a smiling student in a blue sweatshirt watches.
For the past six months, a group of Williams students from Ms. Lydia Hall's class have been working with Elon University professors and student mentors to conduct statistical research projects. This was through a long-running partnership with Elon called WE RISE (Williams-Elon Research In Statistics Experience). This morning, students presented their impressive projects at Elon's Spring Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF)! #ThisisABSS
3 months ago, James Shuler
Williams High School students at Elon University to present their statistics projects
A group of six Williams High students standing beside their research project
Onlookers walk by and discuss the research projects students are presenting in an Elon gynasium
A group of six Williams High students standing beside their research project
A group of six Williams High students standing beside their research project
A group of six Williams High students standing beside their research project
A group of five Williams High students standing beside their research project
🎓ABSS Graduate Gallery: Next up in our Graduate Gallery is Kayden Leigh Manning, who is preparing to trade her Eastern Alamance green for Campbell University orange! 🧡🐫

Kayden’s ABSS journey began at E.M. Yoder Elementary and continued through Woodlawn Middle. Now, she’s taking the Enrollment path to pursue a degree in Business while continuing her athletic career at the collegiate level. For Kayden, this next step is about more than just academics and sports; she is most looking forward to growing in her faith and taking on new challenges at Campbell.

Kayden leaves EA with a heart full of gratitude: “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Eastern Alamance... I was fortunate enough to have great relationships with both administrators and staff and while I’ll miss my friends, I know that those who impacted me the most will be who I truly remember when I think back on my high school days!”

We are so excited to see you succeed at the next level, Kayden. Once an Eagle, always an Eagle! #EAYouKnow 🦅

Graduate Gallery submission form: https://forms.gle/irrpMZU4tiWhMe1M8
3 months ago, James Shuler
Photo of a young girl wearing a skirt, shirt, and tie with black glasses
Kayden wearing an Eastern softball jersey and holding a Campbell university flag behind her
Senior portrait of Kayden wearing a black shirt, white pearl necklace, with a blue background

At this evening’s Board of Education meeting, the Board voted to make Friday, May 1, an optional teacher workday. Thousands of educators from across the state have planned to go to Raleigh to request a change from state legislators on education issues.

ABSS has a significant number of staff who plan to attend, and we are facing a shortage of substitute teachers and bus drivers for that day. We have worked to expand our substitute pool and planned to utilize central office staff to support coverage in the schools. However, as of today, there are nearly 500 staff absences and over 250 unfilled substitute positions. We have determined that we will not be able to provide adequate supervision or reliable transportation with the staffing levels available. Moving to a teacher workday allows our district to prioritize student safety.

Because of the number of instructional hours included in the district calendar, students will not have to make up this day.

We recognize that a schedule change can present challenges for families. Thank you for your flexibility as we balance supporting our staff and student safety.

3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Calendar Update graphic indicating May 1, 2026 is now a Teacher Workday.
ABSS was a proud participant in the annual Week of the Young Child® event, organized by the The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) at the Burlington Carousel Park. This celebration highlighted the vital importance of early childhood education through a fun-filled evening of play and community resources. Our ABSS Teacher Cadets Teacher Scholars did a fantastic job with games and face painting, and it was wonderful to see some of our students representing Valores as they helped out around the park. We also spotted Pre-K staff from Haw River, Smith, E.M. Yoder, and Andrews Elementary who came out to support our youngest learners!

In addition to the games and resources available to families, there was a ceremony recognizing the incredible educators who have shaped our community. Kara Ballard was honored for her extensive service in the Exceptional Children’s Department, along with a heartfelt tribute in memory of Anita Slaughter, recognizing her years of devoted service to Pre-K and Ray Street Academy.
3 months ago, James Shuler
A group of eight ABSS Teacher Scholars smile behind a table. Several are wearing white T-shirts with the Teacher Scholars logo, and some have festive face paint.
Two women pose behind a "The Basics Alamance County" photo frame at a community resource table filled with sunglasses and educational brochures.
A group of six women, including staff from various ABSS elementary schools, pose together on a paved walkway at Burlington Carousel Park.
A young girl with a mermaid design painted on her cheek smiles joyfully while holding a star-shaped bubble wand.
A Burlington Police officer in uniform stands proudly in front of a white and blue patrol vehicle at the park, representing the first responders participating in the event.
Two smiling ABSS Teacher Scholars enjoy a ride on the historic Burlington Carousel, one holding up a peace sign.
An ABSS Teacher Scholar in a white logo T-shirt carefully applies a temporary tattoo to the arm of a young boy at a sunny outdoor activity station.
Close-up of two young children smiling at the event; a young boy rests his chin on his hand thoughtfully while a girl with braided hair smiles broadly next to him.
Three female ABSS students representing the Valores organization smile for a photo at Burlington Carousel Park. They are wearing matching bright blue T-shirts with "VALORES" printed in orange.
A professional group photo of three women smiling outdoors at the park during the Week of the Young Child celebration.