🍴 Fresh NC produce was available to all students this week thanks to the Local Food for Schools grant. Don't they look good? Clearly these Williams High School students were thrilled! Thanks to these amazing farms for providing the apples and strawberries for our students: 🍏 Every Crisp Apples from Lively Orchards (Flat Rock, NC) visithendersonvillenc.org/businesses/lively-orchards 🍎 Gold Rush Apples from Perry Lowe Orchards (Moravian Falls, NC) perryloweorchards.com 🍓 Fresh NC Winter Strawberries from Lewis Nursery and Farms (Rocky Point, NC) lewisfarms.com The Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program helps schools purchase local foods for school meal programs while supporting local farmers. https://www.ams.usda.gov/selling-food-to-usda/lfs
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
Close-up photograph of fresh strawberries with green leaves on a dark surface. The strawberries are bright red and appear to have water droplets on their surface. ABSS logo in bottom right corner.
Close-up of a golden yellow apple with a distinctive hole in its center, placed on a dark surface. The apple's skin shows natural texture patterns. ABSS logo in bottom right corner.
Close-up of a bicolored apple showing red and yellow gradient coloring, sitting on a dark surface. The apple appears fresh and glossy. ABSS logo in bottom right corner.
A student in a cafeteria holding a lunch tray with fresh fruits and vegetables including strawberries, carrots, and broccoli. The student is wearing a green zip-up hoodie and headphones around their neck, making a peace sign with their hand. ABSS logo in bottom right corner.
A student in a cafeteria holding a lunch tray containing what appears to be chicken nuggets, a bread roll, and a strawberry. The student is wearing a green t-shirt and denim overalls. ABSS logo in bottom right corner.
A student in a cafeteria holding up a red apple, wearing a brown jacket over a black t-shirt, glasses, and has curly blonde hair. ABSS logo in bottom right corner.
A student in a cafeteria holding up a red apple, wearing a navy blue t-shirt. The focus is on the apple in the foreground. ABSS logo in bottom right corner.
Two students in a cafeteria, one holding a spoon with what appears to be a strawberry. The student in front is wearing a black Nike hoodie with a Triangle Soccer logo and has dreadlocks. ABSS logo in bottom right corner.
👩‍🍳 The kitchen came to the classroom as Press Coffee+Crêpes transformed an ordinary school day into a French culinary adventure at Elon Elementary. Fourth graders watched in anticipation as owners Brett and Darian DeVries handcrafted an array of mouthwatering crêpes, from classic Nutella and Berries and Crème to their popular French Toast creation. The highlight was a special off-menu treat - a Crème Brûlée crêpe made exclusively for this annual celebration of La Chandeleur. This was all eaten quickly, but fortunately for us one student captured it all on her camera! 📸
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
A chef in white uniform and gray cap sprinkles powdered sugar over a crêpe while students watch attentively in the background of the classroom.
A group of elementary students sit excitedly as a chef in white serves a crêpe. The students show expressions of joy and anticipation as they watch the chef present the powdered sugar-dusted dessert.
A close-up shot of a golden brown crêpe on a white plate, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with caramel sauce in a decorative pattern.
Two chefs prepare crêpes in a classroom setting. One chef reads while another uses a cooking torch on the preparation surface. Various cooking ingredients and tools are visible on the workspace.
A student holds a handmade paper camera made from notebook paper up to their eyes while smiling. They're wearing a gray and pink striped sweater in a classroom setting.
A crêpe topped with sliced bananas, whipped cream, and a sprinkle of cinnamon and powdered sugar. Caramel sauce is artfully drizzled on the plate.
Two chefs in white uniforms and baseball caps stand smiling in a classroom. The younger chef has tattoos and holds a cooking torch, while the older chef wears a uniform with 'PRESS' branding. Classroom decorations and an alphabet border are visible in the background.
🎪 Breaking playground news! Garrett Elementary students are loving their new space! Today we unveiled their brand-new playground, completing Impact Alamance's decade-long initiative to transform play spaces across ABSS! We're deeply grateful to Impact Alamance for their vision and commitment to our students, and thank the Gator's PTO for their generous donation toward this wonderful new playground. The students' joy, laughter, and excitement said it all as they hopped, bounced, climbed, and zoomed around the new features! This playground marks a historic milestone as the 20th and final installation in Impact Alamance's decade-long commitment to enhancing ABSS elementary school playgrounds. Since 2016, they've invested over $1.1 million to transform play spaces across our district. Each of the 20 completed playgrounds represents a commitment to children's physical and social development, creating safe spaces where imagination, friendship, and healthy activity flourish.
about 2 months ago, James Shuler
Group photo on playground equipment showing students and a teacher/staff member posing together, with climbing ropes and metal framework visible. Everyone is smiling and dressed for cool weather.
Large group photo of students, teachers, and officials gathered in front of the new playground equipment for the ribbon cutting ceremony. Impact Alamance banners are visible.
A student smiles brightly at the camera while sitting on playground equipment, wearing a light-colored sweatshirt. Other students in pink winter coats are visible in the background.
Two students pose together on playground equipment, one wearing a black hoodie with face paint and another wearing a character-themed shirt. Both are smiling at the camera.
Two students grip a metal bar on playground equipment, both smiling. One wears braces and a pink shirt with a cupcake design.
Students interact on playground equipment, with one raising their hand with painted nails while another points. A staff member is visible in the background.
A student in a camouflage jacket raises both arms while standing on playground equipment, smiling broadly.
Adults hold Impact Alamance banners at a ribbon cutting ceremony, standing in front of new playground equipment. The group includes school officials and community partners.
A student navigates a rope climbing structure on the playground, wearing camouflage print clothing. The photo is taken from a low angle with sky visible in background.
A student sits in a tunnel-like section of the playground equipment, wearing a purple winter coat and West Coast t-shirt, smiling at the camera.
#ABSSAlert | All schools will operate on a one-hour delay tomorrow, Friday, January 24. This time will allow our buses to prepare and begin driving during daylight hours. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we navigated this week’s schedule. We are excited to welcome students back to school tomorrow! 🌅
2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Weather Alert graphic for January 24th, 2025 announcing a one hour delay
#ABSSAlert | Due to current conditions and out of caution, all schools will be closed for students on Thursday, January 23. There will be an optional staff workday. We apologize for the late notice and appreciate your understanding.
2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Weather Alert with School Closed graphic for January 23rd, 2025
#ABSSAlert | Due to weather conditions, January 22nd will be an optional workday for staff. Alamance-Burlington Early College will be closed for students and there will be no athletics or after school activities.
2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Weather Alert for January 22nd, 2025
#ABSSAlert | Due to a winter storm shifting toward our area, we expect winter weather in the Triad later this afternoon. As a result, Early College will release students at 3:00 PM today, and all athletic practices and events are cancelled. Staff at all sites may also leave at 3:00 PM and can coordinate with supervisors to make up time.
2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Weather Alert message with date and graphic
Dr. Fleming went live on the air this morning with Brad Jones to share some recent ABSS highlights! Check out our Story for a behind the scenes video!
2 months ago, James Shuler
A news studio with two adults standing prominently in the front
Snow content is officially trending! 📱❄️ Nothing gets our comments section buzzing quite like a weather update! We've collected some of the best student responses that perfectly capture the snow day spirit! #SnowDayVibes #ABSSHighlights
2 months ago, James Shuler
A smartphone screen displaying Facebook Messenger, email, and Instagram notification icons with '63', '35', and '1547' counts respectively. Text reads 'SCHOOL'S OUT!' Next to it is the ABSS (Alamance-Burlington School System) logo with a star and tagline 'Student Centered, Future Focused!' Below are two social media comments about canceling school.
Four student messages requesting school cancellation: 'Please it is cold', 'Give us a 2 hour delay or something', 'cancel Monday please 🙏', and 'NO SCHOOOL TMRR PLSSS'. Caption reads 'You got it! Safety first!
Social media comments on a snowy background displaying 'WE LOVE YOU ABSS' with 14 likes, followed by two reaction images and a comment saying 'Rare ABSS W' with 32 likes. The text 'Thanks! Wait...' appears at the bottom.
Four positive social media comments about ABSS: 'Abss stay dropping bangers😂', 'i love y'all abss ❤️', 'I take everything I said back I love ABSS 😅👍', and 'bless y'all hearts 🙏🙏'. Caption states 'We do it for you!
Two contrasting student posts about canceling school. Left post provides a detailed analysis of transportation hazards and safety concerns. Right post lists six casual reasons including 'It's literally Friday' and weather concerns. Caption reads 'Their commitment to safety (and getting that snow day) is unmatched!'
Three social media comments referencing Elsa from Frozen: 'Thank you Elsa 😩😩', 'Elsa is giving us this weather for a reason', and 'thanks elsa‼️‼️😌'. Caption reads 'The cold never bothered our students anyway!
Social media comments about gaming during snow days. First comment reads 'YESSSS I GET TO GRIND 2K ALL DAY LETS GO' followed by replies about FC25 CLUBS and gaming. Caption states 'Gaming goals smashed on these snow days!
Due to the snow and ice left on the roads from Friday evening’s winter weather, the district will be closed for students on Monday, January 13th. Staff have the option to work if they are able to travel safely. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
2 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
#ABSSAlert | The district will have an early release on Friday, January 10th. We anticipate that we will begin to see afternoon winter weather in the Triad and this release time will allow buses to run routes and return safely. Please plan accordingly as this schedule change impacts the following: -Elementary schools will dismiss at 11:30 am. -Middle and High schools will dismiss at 12:45 pm. -Afterschool care will be canceled. Athletic events scheduled for the remainder of the week and through the weekend will also be canceled. Want to help with early dismissal efficiency? If possible, picking up your bus rider would assist our transportation team. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. Enjoy the winter weather and stay safe! ❄️
3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Early Dismissal Graphic January 10th, 2025
We have some exciting news! De'Ana Tyson, a mathematics teacher at Western Alamance Middle School, has been named a finalist for the 2025 NCCAT Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year Award. This prestigious recognition highlights her exceptional dedication and impact as an educator in mathematics instruction. One finalist will be honored as the 2025 NC Beginning Teacher of the Year after a comprehensive selection process by a panel of judges. As part of this achievement, finalists will attend a professional development week at the Truist Leadership Institute in Greensboro, N.C., from March 24–28, 2025. The winner will be announced during a special ceremony on March 27, 2025, at the Elliott University Center auditorium at the University of North Carolina Greensboro. We are incredibly proud of De'Ana's accomplishments as an educator and her dedication to teaching, building relationships, and inspiring greatness!
3 months ago, James Shuler
A teacher stands confidently in her classroom, hands on her hips with a bright smile. She wears clear-framed glasses, has shoulder-length locs, and is dressed in a black sweatshirt with a small crown and cross logo. Behind her are colorful classroom decorations and a brick wall, with the ABSS (Alamance-Burlington School System) logo visible in the corner.
Happy New Year! After a snowy start, it was wonderful to see our hallways and classrooms full of energy today! Welcome back and here's to a fantastic 2025!
3 months ago, James Shuler
A teacher sits in the middle of a small group table and observes students reading small books while she prepares tools such as colored listening phones and line highlighters.
#ABSSAlert | Due to the low temperatures predicted this evening and the potential for isolated icy spots on the roads, all ABSS schools and offices will operate on a 2-hour delay for students and staff tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7. This means buses and schools will run two hours later than their normal start times. There is no change to the afternoon dismissal.
3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Two Hour Delay graphic with date January 7th, 2025
#ABSSAlert | Due to current weather conditions, ABSS will remain closed for students and staff on Monday, January 6, 2025.
3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
ABSS Update graphic with weather icon and ABSS logo
#ABSSAlert | Due to current and forecast weather conditions, all ABSS schools will operate on a 2-hour delay on Monday, January 6. Buses and schools will run two hours later than their normal start times and there is no change to the dismissal time. Please continue to monitor email and social media for any additional updates.
3 months ago, ABSS Webmaster
Burgundy color background with a graphic of weather and text Weather Alert with ABSS Logo
The Hawfields Middle School AYLA (Alamance Youth Leadership Academy) Cohort has demonstrated exceptional leadership and community service through their recent Give a Kid a Coat clothing drive. From December 5-20, students collected 1,252 clothing items, including coats, pants, shirts, and other essential apparel. This represents a remarkable increase from last year's collection of 99 items! AYLA students took initiative in promoting the drive, creating promotional materials and encouraging participation throughout the school community. The collected clothing items will be distributed to support students at Hawfields Middle School, Garrett Elementary, Alexander Wilson Elementary, and Southeast Middle School. Special thanks to the AYLA students for their outstanding effort, to Social Studies teacher and AYLA leader Ryan Leonard for his guidance, and to all the families, staff, and community members who donated clothing items. Their collective efforts will help meet the clothing needs of our students this winter and beyond!
3 months ago, James Shuler
A group of about 20 middle school students and a teacher stand near a large pile of donated, folded clothing items
A large pile of 1252 folded clothing items under and on top of a large wooden table
What happens when engineering skills meet community needs? Just ask Preston and Toby! Under the guidance of CTEC Technology and Engineering Instructor Joshua Bothwell, Western High senior Preston Bays turned an idea into an inspiring engineering project. When Toby's family was looking for a better way to mount flags on his motorized wheelchair for games and school events, Preston stepped up to the challenge. Using 3D printing technology and multiple prototypes, Preston created a custom cantilever mount that fits perfectly on Toby's wheelchair. Each iteration was carefully documented in his Engineering Design Journal, showing the real-world application of engineering principles. The result? A lightweight, secure solution that makes it easy to swap different flags while protecting the wheelchair. This is what innovation with heart looks like - students using their skills to make a real difference! A special thank you to Mr. Bothwell for facilitating this impactful collaboration.
3 months ago, James Shuler
A high school senior holds a 3D printed mount with a red flag and pole inside it, next to a student in a wheelchair the mount was designed for
A yellow and white 3D printed flag pole mount made for a wheelchair rests on a brown floor
From block coding to game creation - Graham Middle students unlocked their inner developers today! Ms. Grayson's class welcomed the NC A&T Innovation Station for an engaging video game design workshop. Students worked with Scratch programming software to create their own games while learning fundamental design concepts. Special thanks to #ABSSCTE Career Development Coordinator Shae Sykes for organizing this opportunity and to Semaj T. Johnson from Cooperative Extension at A&T for leading this exciting #STEM experience!
3 months ago, James Shuler
A computer lab classroom at ABSS showing students working on laptops. The room has navy blue walls, wooden desks, and overhead fluorescent lighting. At the front, an instructor stands at a podium near a wall-mounted display screen. The room is equipped with multiple laptop workstations where students are seated in rolling chairs.
A student study area at ABSS featuring students working on Dell laptops. The space has navy blue walls and wooden desks. In focus is a student wearing a green hoodie with vibrant red locs and glasses, smiling while working on their laptop.
A student workspace at ABSS showing a student in a pink t-shirt with long wavy hair seated at a wooden desk with a laptop. The laptop screen appears to be displaying an educational program, and the student is wearing casual attire with some jewelry accessories.
A student working space at ABSS showing a student in a black sweater with long braided hair working on a silver laptop. The student is smiling while typing, wearing casual attire, and appears engaged in their work. Other students can be seen working in the background at similar workstations.
A student in a black hoodie and glasses working at a laptop in a computer lab, wearing a gold bracelet. Other students are visible in the background also working at laptops on wooden desks against navy blue walls. A student in a pink sweatshirt appears to be concentrating intently on their screen.
A student wearing glasses, a black and gray hooded jacket, and white shirt is working on a laptop in a computer lab setting. The laptop screen shows a blue interface with what appears to be a programming or educational software. The workspace features wooden desks against navy blue walls.
A close-up shot of a laptop screen showing what appears to be a Scratch or block-based coding interface, with blue coding blocks visible and an image of a green field or playground in the corner. The student's hands are visible typing on the keyboard, and they're wearing a watch or bracelet.
Today we celebrate the incredible Athletic Directors who work tirelessly to create opportunities for our student-athletes to excel both on and off the field. Your dedication to fostering excellence, sportsmanship, and character development makes a lasting impact on our community. Leading the way is our exceptional District Athletic Director Todd Davis, whose unwavering commitment to student success sets the standard for excellence. Through his visionary leadership and genuine care for young athletes, he continues to elevate our entire athletic program to new heights. And a heartfelt thank you to our outstanding school Athletic Directors: Middle Schools: ⭐ Broadview Middle - Adam Watkins ⭐ Graham Middle - Bernard Fuller ⭐ Hawfields Middle - Lavar Marsh ⭐ Southern Middle - Cecilio Mitchell ⭐ Turrentine Middle - Allen Wolff ⭐ Western Middle - Nicholas Coller ⭐ Woodlawn Middle - Alec Dement High Schools: ⭐ Cummings High - Cherie Pettiford ⭐ Eastern High - Brad Costa ⭐ Graham High - Kyle Ward ⭐ Southeast Alamance High - William (BJ) Condron ⭐ Southern High - Stephanie Smith ⭐ Western High - Sean Quinn ⭐ Williams High - Robert (Bob) Grant Your leadership inspires excellence, builds character, and creates lasting memories for our student-athletes. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to athletics and education in our community!
3 months ago, James Shuler
Grassy field with overlaid text in white "Thank You Athletic Directors" with a whistle and red rope, ABSS logo at the bottom