ABSS Alert: Williams High School is on lockdown as a precaution at this time after administrators received a report of a possible gun on campus. Law enforcement is on scene and questioning students. All students are safe at this time. This is just a precaution while the incident is investigated.
about 1 year ago, Les Atkins
Take a virtual tour of our new @SEHS_Stallions campus! Furniture will arrive in June and teachers will begin moving in during July, according to an update the ABSS Board of Education received on Tuesday afternoon during its work session. https://youtu.be/JjB7LlZvQ8o
about 1 year ago, James Shuler
The Cummings High School Band was honored by Senator Amy Galey this week for their recent accomplishments. The students were given a tour of the legislative building in Raleigh and recognized on the Senate floor. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 1 year ago, James Shuler
Group photograph of the Cummings High School band and directors posing for a group photograph in the North Carolina legislature building
The Be Pro Be Proud truck visited Southern Middle School today to introduce technical careers through virtual reality experiences. Eighth-graders learned to repair utility lines and operate heavy equipment, connecting them to resources and jobs in construction, manufacturing, transportation, and utilities. It will stop by Graham Middle School tomorrow! #ABSSCTE #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
about 1 year ago, James Shuler
Students line up to enter a Be Pro Be Proud simulated career VR experience truck
A student engages in a virtual reality "bucket truck"career experience while other students look on
A student engages in a virtual reality "bucket truck"career experience while other students look on
A student sits inside of a moving VR chair and engages in a driving simulator on a large screen
We are excited about tonight’s Family University! We have sessions for all grade spans, including those who start Kindergarten in the Fall. Learn how you can continue to support your child as they maneuver through the educational process. bit.ly/abssfamilyuniversity
about 1 year ago, James Shuler
Poster for ABSS Family University event with eight photographs showing students in various locations such as a classroom, walking to the bus, welding, playing a violin, and playing with blocks. Text explains that the family university is at Cummings High School on April 3rd from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.
Let the recess begin! After serving the #ABSSCommunity for over 16 years, Newlin Elementary Cafeteria Manager Barbara Hunter is hanging up her apron. Barbara started working in ABSS over 29 years ago and has been a wonderful manager and lunch lady to our students and staff throughout the years. She’s managed the day to day operations of the cafeteria, as well as coordinated efforts to ensure that no child went hungry during the COVID pandemic. Congratulations on your retirement Ms. Hunter! All the best to you in your future endeavors.
over 1 year ago, Les Atkins
Barbara Hunger holding a plan announcing her retirement from ABSS
Nothing beats that crisp mountain air! 🌄 Our team is spending the day at Appalachian State University today recruiting teachers. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
A member of the Human Resources department stands in front of an Alamance-Burlington School System table display with bags, pencils, and information at a teacher recruitment fair at Appalachian State University
For the first time in 20 years, the ABSS High School All-County Chorus is performing! Forty students from all 7 high schools, including our ABSS Virtual School, will perform at Graham High School on Tuesday, April 4th at 7:00 pm. Admission is free!
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Group photograph of the All-County High School Chorus at a rehearsal in the Walter Williams High School chorus room in front of a piano
Photograph of the All-County High School Chorus rehearing in chairs with sheet music while a director plays the piano and conductor leads them in the front
We just wrapped a photo shoot with these incredible seniors who will receive the Superintendent Award of Excellence at our Evening of Excellence on April 27th, where we will also honor our Teachers of the Year, Classified Employees of the Year, and Principal of the Year. ⭐️ #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
A group of seniors from different schools, some wearing red, blue, black, or green graduation garb, pose for a selfie in front of large bushes
Incoming! 🪣🌊🎈Over $1300 was raised for Special Olympics of North Carolina at Southern Alamance High School and to celebrate Mr. Kelly, Mr. Robins, and Mr. K took part in a "polar plunge" complete with water buckets and a barrage of balloons! https://youtu.be/6nJPG8TZ3RE
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
The Safety Patrol helpers at Alexander Wilson Elementary carefully raise, lower, and fold the flag with respect and care each day. 🇺🇸 #StudentCenteredFuturefocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Two elementary students carefully taking down the American Flag off the flagpole at Alexander Wilson Elementary
Students in Ms. Cavalieri’s first-grade class at Garrett Elementary have been learning all about chickens. 🐤 They have enjoyed spending time with the chicks, especially holding and reading picture books to them! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
An elementary student reads a book out loud to a baby chick in a plastic tub on the carpet in a classroom
A group of elementary students sit on the carpet looking towards the camera. One is holding a clipboard and marker, one is holding a baby chicken.
Two elementary students sitting side by side on the carpet. One is holding a baby chicken.
This morning, Smith Elementary started its day with a global parade! 🐝 🌎 Staff and students shared their cultural heritage by parading the halls dressed in attire representing their families' countries of origin. We love those vibrant colors! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Large group photograph of Smith Elementary students and staff dressed up in cultural attire and holding signs with their families' country of origin as part of the Global Parade event
Four students dressed in traditional African attire. Two students are holding a sign with the word Africa on it.
Multiple students parade down the hallway of Smith Elementary in cultural attire while other classes sit along the walls and cheer. Most students are holding a sign with their families' country of origin. The child in the front is carrying a sign that says Yap.
Staff at Smith Elementary pose in cultural attire, hold flags, and signs representing their cultural heritage
We are excited to offer many Summer Exploration opportunities for rising 6th-grade students, rising 8th/9th-grade students, and rising 12th-grade students in ABSS! The interest form for these camps closes tomorrow. https://www.tinyurl.com/ABSSCTEcamp23
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
ABSS Career & Technical Education 2023 Summer Camps for rising 6th-12th grade students
ABSS Alert: A police training exercise is being conducted today in the vicinity of Southern High. Students and staff have heard gun shots echoing. We wanted you to be aware that this is just a training taking place near the building and not on our campus.
over 1 year ago, Les Atkins
ABSS administrators, staff, and community members met for the first time today to begin the work of developing a Strategic Plan to guide our District through 2029. Our mission remains the same: Engage and empower every student to learn and become knowledgeable, responsible community members. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
ABSS administrators, staff, and community members sit around round tables and listen to Dr. Dain Butler speak in front of a projector screen about the ABSS Strategic Plan 2023-2029
ABSS administrators, staff, and community members analyze a poster on the wall with sticky notes and text Mastery Teaching Practices
ABSS administrators, staff, and community members analyze sticky notes on a table as part of the Strategic Plan process
ABSS administrators, staff, and community members sit around round tables and listen to Robin Bowers speak in front of a projector screen about the ABSS Strategic Plan 2023-2029
Stephanie Williams and her class at Southern Middle School thought it was a perfect day for an outdoor science lesson! 🌞 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
A class of eight graders sits on concrete stairs around an outdoor concrete auditorium looking on at two students and instructor Stephanie Williams in the middle at Southern Middle School
#ABSSCommunity we can do better! Did you know more than 25 cars a day pass one of our stopped school buses while loading or unloading children? Stop, think, and obey the law for the safety of our students. Being late for work is better than ending a child's life! #SchoolBusSafety
over 1 year ago, Les Atkins
Stock image of stop sign on side of school bus
Thanks to Alamance County Sheriff Terry Johnson for hosting our Graham High School Public Safety students today. They got to see the inner workings of the department and learned what it takes to keep our community safe. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Alamance County Sheriff Terry Johnson and Public Information Officer Byron Tucket speak to students at the Sheriff's Office
Graham High School students observe gearand procedures behind a SWAT vehicle outside
A student holds a bulletproof shield with text SHERIFF on it
An officer speaks to students while a police dog observes close by
Would you like to help your child excel in their educational journey? Our Family University is next Monday, April 3rd, at Cummings High School from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This is for ALL ABSS families! 🤝 Meet Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler 🍽 Light dinner provided 🧸️ Childcare provided for Pre-K through 5th Grade ✅ Registration not required 🌟 Choose from over 30 sessions For a menu of sessions, visit our website: https://bit.ly/abssfamilyuniversity
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Graphic with maroon and grey swirls and text ABSS Family University April 3rd, 5:30-7:00pm, Cummings High School, and two photographs, one of a family with two kids on their lap and another with a teacher showing students something on a laptop computer