Beginning Teacher Spotlight: Summer Dimmock is a first-year teacher at Broadview Middle School. "I want to have a meaningful impact on the lives of our students and the community I live in. ABSS has made me feel at home and has provided several opportunities to develop as a new teacher." #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
School staff photograph of Summer Dimmock wearing a blue polo shirt
Nicholas Fasan, a 7th Grader at Turrentine Middle School, has been working on his National History Day paper for the first part of the year. The competition theme this year was β€œNew Frontiers.” He wrote a research paper and chose the Tudors of England to show how they helped pave the way for women to step into politics and positions of power. It ended up being about 15 pages and is very powerful and well-written. This weekend he competed at the Regional Competition by submitting his paper and then defending it to judges. He came in third place and will represent Turrentine Middle School and ABSS at the State Competition on April 29th. Way to go! 🌟 #StudentCenteredFutureFocsed
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Turrentine Middle School student Nicholas Winfield Fasan wearing a burgundy shirt and dark jeans, holding a ribbon and certificate for his third place recognition in the National History Day paper competition
Eat your greens! πŸ₯¬οΈ πŸ˜‹ Students in Mr. Jones' Food & Nutrition 1 class at Western High School experienced the true "farm" to table concept this week. After months of growing their own greens, they finally got to harvest and prep the healthy treats! #ABSSCTE
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Students work together to remove greens from a classroom hydroponics garden
A indoor large hydroponic garden full of grown green vegetables
Students work together to remove greens from a classroom hydroponics garden using scissors
A student carries freshly trimmed and removed greens from a hydroponic garden on a tray
The Western Alamance Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Band traveled to Carowinds yesterday to perform a concert and spend the day in the park. They earned a rating of β€œExcellent” (the second highest possible) for their performance from the panel of judges. Well done! πŸ‘
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
The Western Alamance Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Band performing on stage at Carowinds with a blue-lit background
The Western Alamance Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Band walking on a cement path under a rollercoaster at Carowinds
In case you missed it: The Williams High School Orchestra performed in Raleigh this week at NCDPI for their Arts in Our Schools Month celebration! They sounded wonderful. Here is a link to a video of their performance! https://fb.watch/jssgHaGDg1/
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
The Williams High School orchestra dressed in black and white plays in the lobby of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction building in Raleigh
Photograph taken from above the Williams High School orchestra dressed in black and white plays in the lobby of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction building in Raleigh
The Williams High School orchestra dressed in black and white plays in the lobby of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction building in Raleigh
Eighth grade Spanish students at Western Middle have spent the past few weeks studying Latin American countries and famous Afro-Latinos. They shared what they learned today during an interactive "wax museum exhibit". ABSS Board Chair Sandy Ellington-Graves, Vice-Chair Ryan Bowden, and Board Member Dan Ingle enjoyed learning from their presentations.
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Student at Western Middle School holds a notecard and shares information about Zoe Saldana in front of her presentation board.
ABSS School Board member Dan Ingle listens to a student share information during a presentation about famous Afro-Latinos at Western Middle School
A student at Western Middle School gives a thumbs up in front of his presentation board with information about Colombia
ABSS Board Members Sandy Ellington-Graves and Ryan Bowden stand beside a student as she smiles at the camera at Western Middle School
We have an ABSS graduate in the Sweet 16! πŸ€ Drew Williamson, graduate of Cummings High School, is an assistant coach for the Florida Atlantic University Men's Basketball team! They play tomorrow at 9pm against Tennessee. Profile: https://fausports.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/drew-williamson/1365
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Graphic of assistant coach of Florida Atlantic University Drew Williamson with logos of Cummings High School and Florida Atlantic University, a basketball, and basketball court and stadium background with text, "DREW WILLIAMSON:
Kindness matters. The first graders in Wendy Ely's classroom at Smith Elementary are now published authors! The story and video about their Kindness Book is live on Fox 8. https://myfox8.com/news/whats-right-with-our-schools/triad-elementary-schoolers-create-kindness-book/
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
It takes courage to be kind, a lesson these kids are taking to heart as part of the Kindness Club at @PGOwls! These acts of kindness can spread, lowering bullying rates and making a tremendous difference in the school climate. #ABSSDifferenceMakers https://youtu.be/giea-J70i8Q
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Today students and staff at Andrews Elementary and across ABSS celebrated #WorldDownSyndromeDay. We’re so lucky to have schools where inclusion is part of our every day learning. πŸ’™πŸ’›
over 1 year ago, Les Atkins
photo of students wearing different colored socks for world Down syndrome day
teacher and students being funny for camera
teacher with two students celebrating World Down syndrome day
staff celebrating as part of World Down syndrome day
We were so impressed with the "groovy" products on display at the College & Transition Fair! They were made by students from Western and Williams High School. They are selling these items so please contact the school if you are interested. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Three students from Western and Williams High School stand beside their both of tie-dye and craft products.  The girl int he middle is holding a tie-dye shirt.
The North Carolina Symphony put on an incredible performance for our 4th and 5th graders. 🎼 The program is always engaging and students were excited to hear some familiar songs. A perfect way to celebrate Arts in Our Schools Month! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Photograph of the NC Symphony performing on stage for an audience of fourth and fifth grade students and staff
Talk about "future focused"! Our ABSS College and Transition Fair tonight was a great success. Thanks to everyone who participated and helped our students make informed decisions about their futures. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, Les Atkins
College representative talking to student at transition fair
College representative talking to student at college fair
College representative talking with students at college fair
marine Corps recruiters, talking to students at the college and transition fair at Holly Hill Mall.
Next time you're on I-40 near Burlington, you may just spot one of our new ABSS billboards! πŸ‘€ We have four graphics going up in rotation soon. Here's a sneak peek. You can find them in front of Cox Toyota. Thanks for the sponsor! 🌟
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Graphic showing a billboard, highway, and yellow car passing by, with billboard showing two families and text, "ABSS Family University April 3rd, 5:30-7:00pm Cummings High School"
It's hard to bee-lieve! 🐝🌷 Spring has arrived and with it another reminder to check your calendars. πŸ—“ A couple Teacher Workdays and our Spring Break will be here before you know it. Save these dates!
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
A reminder graphic with a grass and sunny sky background, flower graphic on the bottom, a bee graphic in the top right, ABSS logo in top left, and text, "March 31st:  Teacher Workday Normal day for Early College April 7th-13th:  Spring Break Early College classes resume on the 13th April 14th:  Teacher Workday Normal day for Early College May 8th:  Early Release (All Schools) Calendar Reminders"
The Read-A-Thon event is ongoing at E.M. Yoder Elementary and today's theme is Readers are Leaders: "Dress up as what you might want to be when you grow up or someone who inspires you." This student dressed up as ABSS Superintendent Dr. Butler! 😍 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Photograph of a young elementary student dressed up as ABSS Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler, wearing a blue blazer, white collared shirt, a hand-written name tag that says Dr Butler and a marker beard and moustache
Our College & Transition Fair is tonight at Holly Hill Mall, 5PM to 7:30PM! Come out and learn what's available beyond high school. πŸŽ“ A great opportunity for all ABSS families!
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Flyer with yellow and blue background and photograph of teens sitting on their back in a circle with text, "Over 40 representatives will be in attendance including:   UNC Chapel Hill UNC Charlotte UNC Greensboro Western Carolina Liberty University University of Alabama Job Development Services Vocational Rehabilitation  ACC Disability Services For ALL students! Monday Holly Hill Mall β€’ Burlington 5pm to 7:30pm MARCH 20 Open to all ABSS Families & Students Meet representatives from NC public universities, private colleges, HBCU’s, out-of-state colleges, and the military. college & Transition Fair Everything you need to know about options beyond high school."
Thanks to @alamancechamber for hosting our Alamance Youth Leadership Academy participants today for lunch. It was a great way for our students to meet and learn more about those who serve our community. #ABSSCommunity #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Large group photo of the alamance youth leadership academy in front of the Alamance Chamber building
Board member Dan Ingle standing with three middle school  alamance youth leadership academy students
Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler and students from the alamance youth leadership academy sit around a table containing catered food, dishes, and menus
Members of Central Office and alamance youth leadership academy  students sit around a dining table and smile at the camera
What did Pigeon want? All kindergarten students at Newlin Elementary were quick to respond as Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler showed them the page during his read aloud this week! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Superintendent Dr. Dain Butler shows a page of a picture book to a large group of kindergarten students seated on the carpet at Newlin Elementary
Dr. Jack Davern, Principal of Elon Elementary, was awarded the Elbert K. Fretwell award from The Boy Scouts of America! This is presented to educators who model scouting values in their work of helping young people. Congratulations, Dr. Davern! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
over 1 year ago, James Shuler
Photograph of Dr. Jack Davern, Principal of Elon Elementary, wearing a red ribbon medal and holding a plaque after being recognized as a Elbert K. Fretwell award recipient