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Smile Cookie Week is here, with Tim Hortons announcing that the annual campaign will take place from May 1 – 7 in communities nationwide. In Abbotsford, 100% of the proceeds collected from the sale of the iconic pink and blue smile cookies will go directly to the Abbotsford School District’s “Back to School” event, providing students and families who need extra support with a backpack of school supplies, hygiene products, and food hampers.

Following a comprehensive search process, the Abbotsford Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Nosek to the position of Superintendent of Schools & CEO for the Abbotsford School District.

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. 

In accordance with the School Act, the Abbotsford Board of Education must approve a balanced budget by June 30th each year. The Abbotsford School District is currently preparing its budget for the 2023-24 school year and is inviting employees, families and community members to share their voice in the consultation process. 

At the March 7th public board meeting, the Abbotsford Board of Education passed a motion to approve and formalize the school calendar for 2023-2024. The Abbotsford Board of Education is required to create a calendar that meets the legislated requirements of the School Act, and the Abbotsford Teachers Union (ATU) Collective Agreement.  

The following article was written by Charlotte Clement, a Grade 6 student at W. A. Fraser middle school in Abbotsford.

A small group of Grade 6 students at W.A. Fraser Middle School has created a club that helps the environment.

The club has about 20 members, and educates them that our world needs us to pay attention to the global problems that not only affect us, but the nature and animals sharing this planet.

The Fraser Environment Club has worked hard to keep the school grounds clean as well as sort garbage, compost and recycling in the classrooms.

Grade 5 Indigenous students across the district came together for drum making workshops as a way of connecting with other students from their family of schools, as they prepare for their transition to middle school next year.

Over 75 students attended the Skills Canada Regional competition held at the UFV Chilliwack Trades Campus on March 2, 2023, as they showcased their skills and knowledge in the trades and technology sector. Three students from the Abbotsford School District won gold medals, advancing them to the Skills Canada Provincials set to take place in the spring. 

The Abbotsford School District is thrilled to announce the ABC (Above and Beyond Champions) Recognition Program recipients from the 2021-22 school year, celebrating outstanding individuals who have significantly contributed to strategic goals, organizational values and the culture of the school district. Recipients were celebrated alongside their colleagues and peers at the Long-Term Service Dinner on March 1, 2023 at the Clarion Hotel.

On March 1, 2023, the Abbotsford School District held an evening of celebration in honour of the long-term service of over 130 employees. These employees have served in the district for 20, 25, 30, 35 and 45 years. From classroom teachers to administrative assistants, custodians and carpenters to school leadership, employees across the district perform essential roles in providing day-to-day quality service and support to contribute to the vision of building a world-class, innovative and individualized educational experience for every student.