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Group of Leaders from local First Nations, Metis community and district representatives, hold up their signed copies of the new enhancement agreement Indigenous Enhancement Agreement Signing 2024
July 3, 2024

Abbotsford School District Signs Updated Enhancement Agreement for Indigenous Students

In a continued commitment to supporting the educational success and cultural identity of Indigenous students, the Abbotsford School District has signed the 2025-2030 Enhancement Agreement for Indigenous Students. The signing took place during a luncheon event on June 17, 2024, attended by representatives from the Semáth First Nation, Mathxwí First Nation, Fraser Valley Métis Association, the Abbotsford Board of Education, and district leaders, staff, and students.

Group of Leaders from local First Nations, Metis community and district representatives, hold up their signed copies of the new enhancement agreement Indigenous Enhancement Agreement Signing 2024
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June 26, 2024

End of Year Message from Minister Singh

As summer break approaches, Minister Rachna Singh, Ministry of Education and Child Care, expresses her gratitude to everyone in the education system for their hard work and the milestones they have reached during the 2023-2024 school year.

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Group photo of those in attendance for the release of the project videos Connections Matter Video Project 2024
June 21, 2024

William A. Fraser Middle School Releases “Connections Matter” Community Video Project

William A. Fraser Middle School is proud to announce the release of the “Connections Matter” Community Video Project. The project was led by Mr. Leeman’s Grade 8 class and supported by the Falcon Equity League, which includes Grade 6, 7, and 8 students. The project reveal saw an impressive turnout, with many guests attending the school's reveal event on June 12, 2024.

Group photo of those in attendance for the release of the project videos Connections Matter Video Project 2024
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June 18, 2024

Abbotsford School District Celebrates 2024 Retirees

The Abbotsford School District proudly celebrated its 2024 retirees with a memorable retirement dinner on June 5, 2024, at the Clarion Hotel. This special event celebrated the outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication of those retiring from education leadership, operations management, administration, teaching, and support staff roles.

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June 14, 2024

More classrooms on the way for Abbotsford

An expansion to Abbotsford Middle school will bring 200 more student spaces to the growing district as part of the government􀍛s plan to expand schools quicker.

"Our government is working to meet the needs of growing communities by investing in schools and taking action to bring innovative solutions to build and open more classrooms faster," said Rachna Singh, Minister of Education and Child Care. We're bringing the services people need, like schools, to B.C.􀍛s growing communities in half the time."

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Six middle school students stand in a line, smiling at camera SWANA club 2024
June 12, 2024

Chief Dan George Middle School’s SWANA Club Makes a Meaningful Impact

At Chief Dan George Middle School, a unique group of students is making waves with their dedication to cultural celebration and humanitarian efforts. The SWANA Club, composed of students from the SWANA region - South-West Asia and North Africa, has inspired community spirit and cultural pride.

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Group of Support Staff gathered together smiling
June 6, 2024

Abbotsford School District Expands Support Staff Appreciation Day

The Abbotsford School District is excited to announce the expansion of its annual appreciation day to include all support staff, now designated as Support Staff Appreciation Day. This special day, first introduced last year as Instructional Support Staff Appreciation Day, is dedicated to recognizing the invaluable contributions of Educational Assistants, Youth Care Workers, International Student Liaisons, Indigenous Support Workers, Custodians, Administrative Assistants, and all other support staff members that contribute to the success of our organization.

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Exterior image of John Maclure Elementary School
June 5, 2024

Abbotsford school gets $195K for new accessible playground

An Abbotsford school is among 26 across the province that have each received provincial funding for new accessible playgrounds.

John Maclure Community School was among those that will receive $195,000, the province announced on Tuesday (June 4).

A total of $5.07 million is being distributed for the new playgrounds at 26 school districts.

Last year’s contribution of $5 million supported 25 new school playgrounds. Of those, 20 are complete, while the remaining are close to ready, according to the province.

Exterior image of John Maclure Elementary School