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Students at Chief Dan George Middle School recently explored ethnobotany, the study of plants through Indigenous knowledge and traditional ecological teachings.

The learning experience connected students with the natural environment while integrating multiple subject areas, including social studies, science, English language arts, and mathematics.

When Claire Apostolopoulos began her journey with the Abbotsford School District in January 2000, she could not have imagined the many classrooms, students and creative sparks that would fill the next 25 years.

Now teaching Art and Social Studies at Robert Bateman Secondary School, Claire is being recognized for 25 Years of Service and a career dedicated to helping students discover their abilities, build confidence and experience the joy of learning.

As the District heads into Spring Break, Superintendent Ngieng provides a Mid-Year update on Abbotsford School District progress on the strategic plan. Watch it above or via the link below. 

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When Yale Secondary students walked into the Mystery Lab: Cratering at the 48th Annual UBC Physics Olympics, they weren't sure how to begin. The challenge asked teams to design an experiment testing a scientific hypothesis by dropping materials of different weights and observing the impacts they created.

“Try to approach things from different angles,” Grade 12 student Julie said. “From the start, we didn’t know where to start, but after trying out different things, we were able to make headway into the lab.”

The Abbotsford Board of Education regularly meets throughout the school year. Agendas and minutes from the public Board Meetings can be accessed through the District's Electronic School Board. Below is a summary of highlights from the meeting.

A student from W.J. Mouat Secondary is being recognized for his leadership and commitment to giving back through school and community initiatives.

The latest Community Bulletin from the Abbotsford School District highlights great opportunities for students and families across our community. This online resource features a wide range of community events, programs, services, and activities submitted to the district to share with our families.

In line with AP 301-2 - Access to Students, our Community Bulletin is dedicated to fostering connections that enrich and enhance student learning and well-being.

Across the Abbotsford School District, educators are working together to ensure every student is supported and moving forward in their learning. One of the ways schools are doing this is through FACES on the Data, a collaborative process that keeps real students, not just numbers, at the centre of decision-making.

The following article is brought to you by Fraser Health.

The spring season is approaching which means warmer weather and more outdoor activities. It’s also an opportunity to foster new healthy habits for our children. Here are five practical tips for school-aged kids to make the most of this season.  

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École Clearbrook Elementary recently brought a taste of winter tradition to the school community during its annual Carnaval de Québec celebration.

Throughout the week, students took part in festive activities that celebrated French culture and community spirit. Highlights included a PAC-hosted pancake breakfast, where families and staff gathered to enjoy a warm start to the day, as well as a special visit from Bonhomme, a beloved symbol of Carnaval.