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January 24, 2024

Local School Calendars: 2024-2027

The Abbotsford Board of Education is currently seeking feedback from families, employees, students and the larger community on the proposed school calendars for the next three years - 2024-2025 school year, 2025-2026 school year and 2026-2027 school year. Feedback will be collected via the school district's Engagement Portal until February 9, 2024.

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January 5, 2024

Fraser Health's Guide to Mental Health

Guide to mental health brought to you by Fraser Health.

Know when and how to access mental health support for your child

Mental illnesses are common in children and young people, they can have a significant impact on their development, relationships and their performance in school. Getting help early can prevent symptoms from becoming more severe and support a faster recovery. 

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December 21, 2023

Thank you to our Starfish Backpack program

Thank you so much to our Starfish contributors. We have 17 families who benefit from their kindness and generosity each week.

We appreciate and thank you for all of you help in 2023.

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December 20, 2023

End of Year Message from Minister Singh

As we near the end of 2023 and the beginning of the winter break throughout BC, Rachna Singh, Minister of Education and Child Care, has released the following end-of-year letters to families and staff.

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December 18, 2023

Food Drive thank you to all families

Thank you to all of the families at Blue Jay for your generous donations to help our community.

We appreciate all of you :)

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November 20, 2023

Diwali Celebrations Across #AbbySchools

Across the Abbotsford School District, vibrant celebrations were underway last week to embrace the spirit of Diwali, a significant festival in South Asian cultures that symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.

This year, students and staff took the opportunity to learn more about the cultural importance of this festival and celebrate the diversity of our schools.

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November 15, 2023

Proposed Boundary Review for Cooper Meadows & High Street Village

The Abbotsford School District has initiated a proposed boundary review for the Cooper Meadows Development and the High Street Village Development. These reviews seek to address changes in catchment boundaries resulting from significant residential projects, ensuring students continue to receive the best possible educational experience as our community grows.

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