Ray Street Academy

📚 For ABSS Students & Families: College Application Week is next week! Many NC colleges waive application fees during this week. You can save hundreds by applying through CFNC.org's Application Hub from Oct. 21 (7:30 a.m. ET) to Oct. 27 (11:59 p.m. ET). 1️⃣ Explore colleges waiving fees. See full list here: https://5il.co/2z44e 2️⃣ Create/update account on College Foundation of North Carolina website: CFNC.org/C2C 3️⃣ Search by college and save top choices to your account 4️⃣ Apply through CFNC.org starting Oct. 21, 7:30 a.m. ET. To take advantage of waived fees during College Application Week, you must apply through CFNC. 💡 Students: You can speak to your school counselors at any time for more information and guidance throughout the college application process! 📚 Para estudiantes de último año de ABSS y sus familias: ¡La Semana de Solicitud Universitaria es la próxima semana! Muchas universidades de NC exoneran las tarifas de solicitud durante esta semana. Los estudiantes pueden ahorrar cientos de dólares solicitando a través del Centro de Solicitudes de CFNC.org del 21 de octubre (7:30 a.m. ET) al 27 de octubre (11:59 p.m. ET). 1️⃣ Explora las universidades que exoneran tarifas. Ve la lista completa aquí: https://5il.co/2z44e 2️⃣ Crea/actualiza tu cuenta en el sitio web de College Foundation of North Carolina: CFNC.org/C2C 3️⃣ Usa la búsqueda de universidades de CFNC y guarda tus opciones preferidas en tu cuenta 4️⃣ Solicita a través de CFNC.org a partir del 21 de octubre, 7:30 a.m. ET. Para aprovechar las tarifas exoneradas durante la Semana de Solicitud Universitaria, debes solicitar a través de CFNC. 💡 Recuerda: Los estudiantes de último año de ABSS pueden hablar con sus consejeros escolares en cualquier momento para obtener más información y orientación durante todo el proceso de solicitud universitaria.

Let's hear it for the Ray Street Academy graduating class of 2024! 🎓 We celebrate your achievements, reflect on your journey, and anticipate the bright futures ahead of you! As Principal Dr. Bayless expressed, your commitment to excellence has shone through in how you've transformed obstacles into opportunities to grow and learn. The resilience and determination you've demonstrated will undoubtedly serve you well as you embark on exciting new chapters. 🌟 Your faculty, parents, and entire school community beam with pride at how far you've come. The world now eagerly awaits the impact you'll make. 🙌 Congratulations on all you've accomplished and the inspiring individuals you've become. Photo Gallery: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ncANrzbyGGUXMrZC8

✨ 38 Days, 38 Schools - Ray Street Academy At Ray Street Academy, the motto "Find A Way" is more than just words; it's a way of life. With a diverse student body and academic levels, the dedicated staff wholeheartedly commits to meeting each student's unique needs through differentiated instruction. Teachers tailor their methods to accommodate individual learning styles, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive! Building strong relationships is a top priority here. The smaller class sizes allow teachers to truly get to know their students, creating a nurturing environment that encourages students to open up and engage in their educational journey. Ray Street Academy is a beacon of hope and opportunity, inspiring students to unlock their full potential and pave the way for a brighter future!

📣 Spread the word: the ABSS Job Fair is this Saturday, April 13th, at Highland Elementary! it will open at 9 AM and go until 12PM. We are excited to welcome anyone looking to start a new career in ABSS. Many positions are available. Schools will have tables set up and our talented staff is available to greet you and answer your questions. See you there!

📚✨Our Media Specialists totally deserve a shoutout on National Library Workers Day! Sure, they'll help you find the perfect book, but they also collaborate with teachers, model tech skills, and think outside the box to engage inquiring minds. From cozy story nooks to cutting-edge resources, they maintain an incredible space just brimming with opportunities to learn and grow. Thanks for all you do! 🙌 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused

🌟Job seekers, mark your calendars - our 2024 Job Fair is one month away! We are hiring for many positions, both certified and classified. Come find your next opportunity with us! Please share with anyone you know who may be interested. 📍 Highland Elementary ⏰ 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM 🗓️ April 13th, 2024 #StudentCenteredFutureFocused

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!

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! 👏

Save the Date! 🗓️ Join us for a fun and informative evening at the last Family University of the year, January 29th at Cummings High School! 🌟 A light dinner will be provided at no cost to families before you choose from many useful sessions on topics like registering for high school courses, career and technical education opportunities, and elementary reading and math strategies. Several sessions will also be available in Spanish (Algunas sesiones también estarán disponibles en español.) Childcare will be available for children from Pre-K to 5th grade, so the whole family can participate. The Family University is a great chance to get helpful information while connecting with other families and teachers. We hope to see you there - don't miss this valuable opportunity to support your student's growth and education!

The staff at Ray Street Academy showed up in style and brought the energy for their Spirit Week, featuring PJ, Senior, Meme, and Decade Days! Can you identify the time periods for Decade Day (#1)? For our social-media pros, do you recognize the memes for Meme Day (#2)? Take a look! 👀

An application must be completed to receive free or reduced school meals for the new school year. 🥪 If your school is already eligible for free meals or you bring lunch from home, the application is still worthwhile as it provides waivers for testing and college applications! 🖥️ lunchapplication.com

Let the festivities begin! 🎉 Today marks the beginning of our ABSS graduation celebrations, starting with Ray Street’s Commencement Ceremony. We were honored to have Pamela Thompson, Alamance County Commissioner, as the guest speaker. Her empowering speech urged graduates to make good life choices, protect their future, and build a strong foundation for success. #ABSSgraduates #Classof2023

Are you interested in Driver's Education for your child? Fill out the interest form here: https://forms.gle/UCdJcerrZJxw1aa48. More information about the Driver's Education program can be found on our district webpage: https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/page/driver-education

Today we continue our ABSS Difference Makers series highlighting a group of ladies who gather weekly to help some of our students in need. Check it out! #ABSSDifferenceMakers https://youtu.be/lFMMhoPwqR4

We're thrilled to announce the new app for ABSS! It's everything ABSS, in your pocket. 

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 Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3PTrWmU

ABSS has a new website & mobile app. You may need to update your bookmarks if you're getting an error message. Check out the new site using the link below and be sure to download our mobile app on Google Play or the Apple App Store. https://www.abss.k12.nc.us/

Interested in your student taking Drivers Ed? Click here to complete our interest form: https://tinyurl.com/2fwxne87

We’re encouraging all families to complete an online lunch application for this school year. School breakfast this year will cost $1.50. Lunch is $2.60. To apply for free or reduced-price meals, households must complete the application. https://www.lunchapplication.com/