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Female holding a book and a male pointing at the book 2024 Prime Minister Award Banner
November 2, 2023

Nominations Open for 2024 Prime Minister’s Award

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Prime Minister's Award. This prestigious recognition celebrates exceptional educators across Canada. Since 1994, these awards have acknowledged over 1,800 outstanding educators who have gone above and beyond to create safe spaces for their students, continue to work hard to make learning fun and inspire the next generation to be bold innovators and creators.

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School themed graphic with text that says "Happy World Teacher's Day" 2023 Happy World Teacher's Day
October 5, 2023

World Teachers’ Day: Honouring the Heart of Education

Today, on World Teachers’ Day, the Abbotsford School District is celebrating and expressing gratitude for the incredible educators who are the heart and soul of our organization. We honour our teachers' unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to preparing and inspiring our students for a lifetime of success through Respect, Opportunity, and Innovation.

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Small carved cedar feathers coloured orange with meaningful words written on them T+R Day - Fraser Middle
October 4, 2023

Students and Staff Commit to Truth and Reconciliation

Students and staff across the Abbotsford School District united to show their commitment to truth and reconciliation as they actively engaged in educational initiatives and professional learning sessions last week to honour Indigenous peoples. 

Small carved cedar feathers coloured orange with meaningful words written on them T+R Day - Fraser Middle
Group of Indigenous students sitting with Elder Indigenous Summer School Program 2023
September 8, 2023

District Summer School Program Cultivates Indigenous Learning

The Abbotsford School District’s Summer School Program at the Mamele'awt Indigenous Centre concluded the last week of July, celebrating a successful initiative that provided 25 students in grades 9-11 with an enriching hands-on learning experience immersed in Indigenous culture and heritage. The program, which ran from July 4th to July 28th, offered an innovative approach to education with a focus on land-based learning. 

Group of Indigenous students sitting with Elder Indigenous Summer School Program 2023
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September 1, 2023

Back to School: A Message from Superintendent Nosek

Dear Abbotsford School District families,

It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that I write my first letter to you as your new Superintendent. I am honoured to step into the role of Superintendent of Schools/CEO for such a vibrant school district and community, and I am truly excited for the road ahead.

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August 30, 2023

Welcome Back! A Message from the Board of Education

Welcome to the 2023/24 School Year!

At the Abbotsford School District, we envision a world-class, innovative, and individualized educational experience for every student. With over 20,000 students entering our schools next week – and over 2,500 staff members on deck to support - we are prepared and ready to meet each student's needs this year by delivering education in rich and inspiring ways.

Students watch as teacher demonstrates a chemistry lab Summer School 2023 - Chemistry 11
July 31, 2023

Summer School: Adventures in Learning

While school is out for many students across the school district, hundreds of others participated in the recently concluded Summer Explorers and Secondary Summer School programs, which offered a wide range of engaging activities for students from kindergarten to Grade 12. 

Students watch as teacher demonstrates a chemistry lab Summer School 2023 - Chemistry 11
Owners of Tim Hortons stand in front of Tim Hortons holding large cheque Smile Cookie Campaign 2023
July 24, 2023

Smile Cookie Campaign sets record for community

The Abbotsford School District is proud to announce the tremendous success of the Smile Cookie Campaign that took place this past spring. From May 1-7, 100% of the proceeds collected by purchasing a smile cookie at Tim Hortons locations across Abbotsford went directly to the Abbotsford School District's "Back to School" event. 

Owners of Tim Hortons stand in front of Tim Hortons holding large cheque Smile Cookie Campaign 2023
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June 14, 2023

Abbotsford School District 2023 Retirees Celebrated

The Abbotsford School District celebrated the 2023 retirees with a retirement dinner held on June 7, 2023, at the Clarion Hotel. The event marked an opportunity to recognize the significant contributions and unwavering dedication of the retiring Superintendent, Operations Management, Administrators, Teachers, and Support staff who have devoted their careers to shaping young minds.

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Scenic image of water and mountains with a canoe at shore. Blue overlay with title "The Paddle Project". Paddle Project Cover Image
June 13, 2023

Gliding Ahead: The Paddle Project enters its second year

The Abbotsford School District has entered its successful second year with the Paddle Project, a unique initiative developed under the guidance of the school district’s Indigenous Education Council. This collaborative venture aims to honour and celebrate significant transitional moments in a student’s education journey, particularly as they advance into secondary school.

Scenic image of water and mountains with a canoe at shore. Blue overlay with title "The Paddle Project". Paddle Project Cover Image