🌟 Seeking an experienced, dynamic leader to oversee Pre-K and After-School Care programs as Director for Alamance-Burlington Schools. 🌟 If you are passionate about early childhood education and providing enriching before/after school experiences, we want to hear from you! Come lead a team that is helping set our youngest students up for lifelong success. Apply here: https://abss.ted.peopleadmin.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=2291
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
A graphic advertising the position of Director of Pre-K and After School Care for ABSS
Today's Joint ABSS Board of Education and Alamance County Commissioners Meeting will be available to watch at 3:00 PM live using this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11rT4at9UDM
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Photograph of the Professional Library set up for special joint meeting with county commissioners
We went live 📹 early this morning talking to Ben Briscoe on WFMY2 about the many great things happening in ABSS, including our new telecommunication and welding CTE programs! Check out the story online later today. 🖥️ wfmynews2.com
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
WFMY2 Anchor Ben Briscoe and ABSS Public Information Officer Les Atkins standing around a flagpole at Newlin Elementary for a live segment, lit by studio lights and a camera nearby is filming
🏈 Last night was a monumental occasion for Southeast Alamance High School as they hosted their very first home football game against EAHS! The coin toss was conducted by Superintendent Dr. Butler. An unforgettable moment for the school and community. 📷Pennington/Ron King
over 1 year ago, Les Atkins
Dr Butler conducting coin toss
aerial view of field at high school
eastern football player with ball in hand running
Superintendent Dr. Butler, Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves, and Public Information Officer Les Atkins were guests on WBAG radio today. They discussed several ABSS initiatives, including the opening of the new high school, our telecommunication and welding CTE programs, and our mental health grant to provide additional student services this coming year. They also addressed the mold situation and the upcoming meeting with County Commissioners on Monday. The interview covered many positive developments in ABSS, while also acknowledging challenges transparently. Our goal is to keep the community informed.
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Superintendent Dr. Butler and Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves in front of microphones at a radio station
Superintendent Dr. Butler and Public Information Officer Les Atkins in front of microphones in a radio production room
Congratulations to Hugh M. Cummings High School senior Taylor Grant for receiving an academic honor from the College Board's National African American Recognition Program! Taylor's accomplishment demonstrates her hard work and commitment to education. Keep up the great work, Taylor! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Recognition graphic for Taylor Grant on receiving the College Board National African American Recognition Award
Lace up those sneakers! ⏱🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ The new track at Cummings High School is nearing completion. Painted lines and sealant are up next. #ABSSAthletics
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
An asphalt paving machine with a red umbrella rolls across a new asphalt at Cummings High School
Two construction workers shovel and spread asphalt on the ground
A nearly completed asphalt track with construction workers at Cummings High School
We are so grateful to #ABSSCommunity leaders like Labcorp and Cone Health for their contributions to the Alamance Chamber Classroom Collection campaign! Over 32,000 school supplies are ready for our students! 🎒🤩
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Cone Health employees standing in front of a TV and collected school supplies
Cone  Health employee standing behind a couch and many boxes and backpacks of collected school supplies
Labcorp employees standing with handtrucks and collected school supplies
A large collection of donated school supplies
The music was up and the grill was hot over at The Venue Apartments today! 🌭 Broadview Middle School staff invited families out for refreshments, free school supplies, and curriculum materials as part of their Back to School Bash. 💙 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Girls in elementary and middle school standing together on grass holding school supplies
Administrators from Broadview Middle School standing together wearing blue shirts
Staff from Broadview Middle School standing together outside
A staff member of Broadview Middle School uses tongs to flip hot dogs on a large grill
Take a look behind the cameras! 📹 Public Information Officer Les Atkins went on Fox 8 this morning with Cindy Farmer to share some back-to-school updates, a reminder about buses on the roads, and some things to look forward to this year! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Public Information Officer and Cindy Farmer on the Fox 8 news set
Behind the cameras from a low angle looking towards the Fox 8 news desk
Behind the scenes where the Fox 8 news program is edited, showing many TVs and monitors and an editor
Did you know that missing 20 minutes a day adds up to over 2.5 weeks of missed instruction each year? In the first weeks of school, students learn expectations and build peer and staff connections. Every minute matters! Start building those back-to-school routines. 📚⏰ #ABSSBacktoSchool #EveryMinuteMatters | https://youtu.be/ZbB2Nvt2pag
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Great to see our teachers' smiling faces as they prep for back to school next Monday! Classrooms are being decorated and lessons planned. We're ready to kick off a great new school year! #ABSSFirstDay
almost 2 years ago, Les Atkins
teacher moving desks into classroom
teacher preparing bulletin board
teachers preparing lesson plans at laptops
teacher working on bulletin board in hallway
Our Director of Athletics, George Robinson, dedicated his career to supporting student achievement on and off the field. His leadership grew ABSS sports and impacted many lives. Congrats, George, on your retirement, and thank you!
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
George Robinson standing with former coaching staff
George Robinson standing with former coaching and teaching staff
George Robinson standing with coach of Southeast Alamance basketball Bo Williamson
The expertise of athletic trainers helps keep student-athletes healthy, safe, and at the top of their game. We have partnered with Stewart Physical Therapy to provide ATs at all our high schools. Apply on their website: https://bit.ly/abssathletictrainers
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Graphic seeking out athletic trainers to join ABSS with a definition of the job and a link to the application website
The Dragons 🐉 are getting fired up for #ABSSBacktoSchool. 🔥 It was a beautiful weekend for the Alamance Virtual School Back to School bash! Many families came out to meet and greet the staff, learn more about clubs and other opportunities, and connect with one another. Thanks to Maverick Radio and Sunset Slush of Alamance County for providing food and refreshments and the AVS PTO for the support! 🌭🧊
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Students, families, and staff mingle outside at the Alamance Virtual School Back to School bash
Two boys receive a slush treat from the Sunset Slush of Alamance County mobile station
Chuck Marsh and Alamance Virtual School principal Rebecca Marsh stand together behind a red grill
Alamance Virtual School PTO parents and students stand behind a themed table under a canopy with helpful information for back to school
The superstars have arrived. Our teachers are back and it's time to rock n' roll! 🤘 Behind the scenes of #ABSSBacktoSchool is thoughtful planning, preparation, and teamwork to create an amazing experience for students. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
A teacher puts up a chart on a bulletin board in her classroom
Staff gather in a classroom facing a Smartboard during a presentation
A teacher in a blue shirt pins a "Stallions Football" poster on a whiteboard
A teacher in a gray shirt holds a white box containing supplies for her classroom
Our Pre-K teachers learned a "skittle" 🍬 bit about each other during their first workday back and heard inspiring words from April Ford, Director of Child Development and Early Education. She emphasized their incredible impact nurturing our youngest learners and instilling foundational skills that can truly change lives. Pre-K sets the stage for lifelong success by launching students' educational journeys in the most formative years! 🚀 #ABSSPreK #ABSSBacktoSchool
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Four Pre-K teachers stand together and discuss answers to questions as part of an icebreaker activity
Early Learning Pre-K teachers sitting at tables during the first teacher workday
Director of Division of Child Development and Early Education speaks to Pre-K teachers at the front of a presentation room
Early Learning school leaders standing beside each other in matching black t-shirts and giving a cheer
Join us in welcoming our newest teachers - they’re homegrown! Give it up for these former students and ABSS grads, coming back to educate the next generation. 👏 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Group photograph of new ABSS teachers who are former ABSS grads standing with Superintendent Dr. Butler
At orientation, Superintendent Dr. Butler thanked our new teachers for choosing ABSS. Many are ABSS grads returning to teach the next generation! ❤️ He reminded them they will be valued and supported. Although we're a large district, there's a caring culture of support from top to bottom. Each new teacher is teamed with a mentor for three years! 🤝 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler speaking to new teachers in a large room holding a microphone
Our amazing Principal of the Year, Julie Hancock, inspired new teachers at orientation: be real with students, build relationships & see their potential - help them recognize it too! When students feel seen & valued, the magic happens! 🔮 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
almost 2 years ago, James Shuler
Principal of the Year Julie Hancock speaks to beginning teachers at the front of a large room