This School Social Worker Week, we honor the incredible school social workers who make a profound impact on our students' lives. These dedicated professionals play a vital role in advocating for students, providing counseling and guidance, and connecting families with essential resources. Their unwavering commitment to fostering positive and inclusive learning environments is invaluable. From addressing mental health to navigating complex situations, our school social workers are compassionate problem-solvers and champions for student success. Join us in expressing gratitude for their tireless efforts and dedication to uplifting our school community.
4 months ago, James Shuler
We have an update on the Spring Break travels of our ABSS Early College at ACC students! 🇮🇹 🇩🇪
🏛️ Over the past week, they have been embarking on an educational journey through the historic sites and cultural wonders of Italy and Germany. From the grand Colosseum and Roman Forum to the breathtaking Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica, our students are experiencing these world-famous landmarks and works of art firsthand in a way that vividly brings their classroom lessons alive.
🕯️This trip also provides moments of reflection, as our students pay respect at Dachau and connect their Holocaust studies to the powerful realities of the past. Coupled with visits to a Bavarian castle and the streets of Romeo and Juliet, it is a wonderful opportunity to broaden their global perspectives.
📷 We can see them here in front of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City and the Colosseum in Rome - memories to cherish for a lifetime! Safe travels, adventurers!
4 months ago, James Shuler
Ready, Set, Read! 💥 It's #ReadAcrossAmerica Week and our students and staff are celebrating in creative ways!
E.M. Holt Elementary School students have been having a blast dressing up as their favorite Dr. Seuss characters. From the Cat in the Hat to Thing 1 and Thing 2, the school is filled with whimsical characters from the beloved children's books.
We encourage everyone to grab a book and join the fun by reading for at least 10 minutes today. Whether you're a student, parent, or member of the #ABSSCommunity, let's celebrate the joy of reading together.
4 months ago, James Shuler
🏄♂️ Cowabunga! Let's ride the wave and celebrate National School Breakfast Week! 🌊
National School Breakfast Week reminds us that a nutritious breakfast is totally rad when it comes to fueling our students for success. It's a stellar start to each day. ☀️
Let's show our appreciation for all our school nutrition crew's hard work in providing healthy breakfast options to power our students! 👏 Check out the staff at Western Alamance High School, Haw River Elementary School, and Altamahaw Ossipee Elementary. Their festive tropical decorations and outfits themed around "Surf's Up with School Breakfast" had these kiddos smiling! 🌴
4 months ago, James Shuler
ICYMI: Facebook was down today! 🫢 When technology fails, reading with a friend is always a great idea. 📖 As we see here at Eastlawn Elementary, our exceptional teachers foster a passion for reading and learning, with or without screens. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
4 months ago, James Shuler
🏆 Congratulations to our exceptional 2024 Teacher of the Year Finalists - Grayson Coleman from Hillcrest Elementary, Cassie Dodson from Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary, Chanel Jones from Broadview Middle, Linda Gruener from Highland Elementary, and Kristin Adams from Eastern Alamance High School!
🌟These dedicated educators have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their students and a passion for teaching that goes above and beyond.
🍎 We will announce our district winner in April. Until then, join us in celebrating these remarkable teachers!
4 months ago, James Shuler
Shedding new light 💡 on history! During their specials time with Ms. House, the 4th-grade students at Elon Elementary learned about the history of the North Carolina coast, the ⚓️ Graveyard of the Atlantic, and the importance of lighthouses in the 1700s and 1800s. To showcase their knowledge, they created a digital timeline using Google Drawings, a slideshow presentation, a Google Earth 🌍 mapping project, and handcrafted model lighthouses. The students are excited to exhibit their impressive creations, which demonstrate their deep understanding of this fascinating era in coastal history. #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
4 months ago, James Shuler
Southeast Alamance High School will be holding a candlelight vigil this evening at 7:30 PM to honor the memories of two of our Stallions who recently passed away. We invite all students, families, and staff to join in front of the flagpole. Our hearts go out to the loved ones of these two young lives cut tragically short. Let us remember them together as one Stallion family.
4 months ago, James Shuler
South Graham Elementary continued to celebrate acts of kindness with two exciting events this week. First, 49 students who completed their punch cards enjoyed a fantastic Skating Party at Roll-a-Bout. 🛼
Then, it was time to hit the track as 15 students celebrated with some friendly racing competition in Mario Kart. Officer Edwards joined in, though he was hit by a few green shells and put back in 6th place! 🎮
These events showcased our students' dedication to making a positive impact through their acts of kindness. Way to go!
4 months ago, James Shuler
We are thrilled to congratulate our 2024 Classified Employees of the Year! 🌟These dedicated staff members take on diverse and critical roles that provide vital support for the education of our students. We deeply appreciate their hard work. Congratulations!
4 months ago, James Shuler
✨ Kindergarten Enrollment links in English and Spanish are now on our website! We have instructions, videos, a checklist, and other resources. If your child will turn 5 before August 31, 2024, they are eligible to enroll in ABSS Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 academic year.
https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/o/abss/page/kindergarten-program
✅ Want to register in person? Come out to our Registration Fair on March 9th at Holly Hill Mall, 9 AM to Noon. Staff will be available to answer all your questions!
4 months ago, James Shuler
We are proud to announce the 2024 ABSS Teachers of the Year! 🌟
These exceptional teachers are making a real difference in their students' lives. They care deeply about their students’ growth and success every day. Whether helping a struggling learner find their confidence, making lessons fun through imaginative activities, or supporting students through life's challenges, their student-first commitment is worthy of praise.
Please join us in celebrating them! 👏
4 months ago, James Shuler
We're so proud of our talented Broadview Middle School students! They wrote and illustrated their very own books to read with the Eastlawn Elementary students this week. 📚 The Broadview students shared their one-of-a-kind creations with kindergarteners, 1st graders, and 2nd graders, providing literacy support in the dual language classes as well. It was heartwarming to see these young authors set such wonderful learning examples for students at Eastlawn Elementary!
4 months ago, James Shuler
Speaking confidently in front of an audience takes practice, as these 9th graders from our Early College demonstrated in their well-researched and compelling presentations at the ABEC Ted Talk Symposium. Their hard work clearly paid off with thought-provoking speeches on a range of important topics! #StudentCenteredFutureFocused
4 months ago, James Shuler
🌟 Congratulations to Moses and Madison for being this month's STAR Student & Staff! They were recognized at tonight's Board Meeting.
🌠 From Assistant Principal Sparks - "Moses is a hard worker and so kind to his peers. He always displays the Western way!"
🌠 From Principal Brown - "Ms. Pierce does an outstanding job modeling and showing students a variety of career paths that are available for students after high school. Just recently, Ms. Pierce visited each of the high school registration fairs to advertise all that Graham HS has to offer, in this specialty program. We appreciate her willingness to market the program and also put her EMT skills to use, whenever the need arrives."
🙌 Join us in celebrating our STAR Student & Staff of the month!
#StudentCenreredFutureFocused
4 months ago, James Shuler
💕 The spirit of kindness has been embraced at Grove Park Elementary this month through the #KindnessMattersNC Challenge!
The Jr. Bulldog's Student Government sponsored a bulletin board and food drive to spread kindness. When students were "caught" doing an act of kindness, their names and acts were added to a displayed heart chain. The Student Government also held a food for our #ABSSCommunity.
✨These young leaders are shining examples of kindness in action!
#StudentCenteredFutureFocused
4 months ago, James Shuler
We understand families have questions about the Alamance Virtual School. We know this impacts families who value virtual options. We hear you and are here to help as COVID relief funds end nationally. See the FAQ for answers to common questions:
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4 months ago, Les Atkins
🚜 Celebrating #NationalFFAWeek2024! 🧑🌾
Shout out to the outstanding FFA (Future Farmers of America) chapters and #ABSSCTE Agricultural programs at Southern, Western, and Southeast Alamance High Schools for developing the next generation of agricultural leaders.
Guided by their fantastic advisors, these students live out the FFA motto of “Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve” every day. Through premier leadership opportunities, personal growth experiences, and agricultural career preparation, they are achieving great things!
FFA promotes citizenship, volunteerism, and cooperation - preparing members for future career success in agricultural science, business, and technology fields.
4 months ago, James Shuler
Three talented alumni from Cummings High School recently played alongside stars Jennifer Hudson and CoCo Jones at the NBA All-Star Game: Mirona Jackson (Class of 2021), Destiny Currie (Class of 2023), and Malachi Thompson (Class of 2020). It's amazing to see these graduates continue to achieve great things on the national stage.
4 months ago, James Shuler
The South Graham Elementary Kindness Club 💖 (Nine passionate 4th & 5th graders) teamed up with support staff to organize a "Hearts for Hunger" food drive benefiting local food pantries.🥫 The goal was to collect 1,000 items, rewarded by an ice cream party. In just 4 days, students smashed the goal.
Principal Stamper then upped the goal challenge: collect 3,000 items and she'd come in dressed as a unicorn. 🦄 Challenge accepted - the grand total was 3,352 items! Mrs. Pollock's 2nd grade class alone donated over 500 items. Thanks to everyone's generosity, we were able to share donations with 5 community food pantries and 4 additional school pantries. 🙌
The giving spirit is alive and well at South Graham! This is a great example of what can happen when students come together for a common cause.
#ABSSCommunity
#StudentCenteredFutureFocused
4 months ago, James Shuler