Four Houses, One Heart. ❤️️ Haw River Elementary divides all staff and students into "houses" that take on service learning projects to help the community. Children are learning the importance of being kind and civic-minded. Learn more in today's 💡 ABSS Difference Makers! 💡 https://youtu.be/O1ll2JWSHK0
Join us in congratulating our very own Dr. Todd Thorpe, Chief Operations Officer, on his retirement. He has worked 33 years in public education. We are thankful for your hard work and dedication to ABSS!
Next up on our Spotlight on Staff Couples is Brad & Holly Wroblewski! Holly is Executive Director of Human Resources and Brad is an Earth & Environmental Science Teacher at Western High School. Holly shared their story - "We met at a Halloween Party back in 1999! 🎃 We have both been working in ABSS for about 20 years and we have both had the privilege to have our son with us at the schools we have served. ABSS is a great place to work and raise a family." #ABSSAskStaff
ABSS Alert: The Alamance Sheriff's Dept. and other agencies have been investigating a TikTok challenge/threat today. There is no immediate threat to our schools. Please talk with your student about the seriousness of sharing these videos that could result in criminal charges and or disciplinary action.
ABSS values student voices. Superintendent Dr. Butler hosted his first Student Advisory Council Meeting with high school students from across the district to get their input on ways to make our schools better. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Governor Roy Cooper visited and toured B. Everett Jordan Elementary School today to celebrate National School Counseling Week and recognize the 2023 National School Counselor of the Year, Meredith Draughn. 🌟 Full article: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/article/992397
There's a lot to LOVE ❤️️ this month and ABSS wants to shout out some couples who work in our district. We asked staff couples in the district to share their story. First up is Bear & Erika Bryant! Bear is the current Principal of Western Alamance High School. He started out in Guilford County but moved to ABSS in 2016. Erika is an Interventionist of Smith Elementary. She has spent most of her career in ABSS, teaching at Sylvan, EM Holt, BEJ, and Smith. Here is what Bear had to say: "Erika and I started dating our junior year of high school and have been together ever since (23 years!). We love the community feel here and are grateful for the many friends we have made in the district over the years. We are glad to call ABSS home!" #ABSSAskStaff
The sun was shining during recess today at Highland Elementary and these two paused for the perfect photo. We hope it brightens your day! ☀️ #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Interested in a dual language pathway for your child? Dual Language Immersion is a unique opportunity for families who want their children to participate in the academic program while learning a second language. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/abssdli
Here are some photos from the special assembly at @SylvanElem last Friday! These fifth graders are performing West African rhythms and dances thanks to the Simar Center for Performing Arts. It is extra special since this marks the sixth year Sylvan has hosted these artists.
School counselors have a tremendous impact in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Leave a ❤️️ or comment of appreciation for our amazing counselors in the comments! ⬇️ #NCSW23
Fourth Graders at Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary have been learning about North Carolina Government this week. State Representative Dennis Riddell visited students today to talk about how our state laws are made. He also presented the school with a brand new North Carolina flag flown over the State Capital Building in honor of the AO Elementary family! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
The Eastern Alamance Debate Team competed in the North Carolina Ethics Bowl at UNC Chapel Hill last Saturday. The team spent months preparing for this competition, in which they had to develop and defend ethical positions on 15 cases. They did a fantastic job, coming in 3rd overall out of 20 teams. 🥉 Please offer these students and their coaches congratulations on their hard work and great performance! 👏 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Shavon is an EC Teacher and Garden Club Director at Eastlawn Elementary. Find out what she loves about working in ABSS! #ABSSAskStaff
One, two, skip a few, 99, 100! 🪢🦵️ This week's Throwback Thursday is a action shot from a PE class in the gymnasium at Smith Elementary. What do you remember of jumping rope in elementary school? #absstbt #tbt
Did you know today is La Chandeleur, the French day of eating crêpes? To connect with their lesson about this day and global focus on France, Elon Elementary fourth graders saw up close how these thin pancakes are made thanks to Press Coffee+Crepes! Check out the video too! https://www.facebook.com/reel/643954604166150
There is a lot to look forward to this month! We asked ABSS staff what they love about working in our district. ❤️️ Here is our first featured response from Alex Batista-Rios, Band Director at Graham Middle School. #ABSSAskStaff
Check out this Wonderful Winter Work! ❄️ Our camera captured kindergarten students working hard on their polar bear descriptions and pictures today at B. Everett Jordan Elementary. Students were proud of the progress they were making! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
Congratulations to these Williams High student athletes who officially signed today to continue their athletic and academic careers. Congratulations! We know the lessons learned in your sport will serve you well in life. #StudentCenterFutureFocused
We want to commemorate this month by recognizing the Black American leaders, innovators, and freedom fighters who have contributed to our rich history. We look forward to sharing how students are celebrating and honoring their stories. #ABSSCommunity #BlackHistoryMonth
