Last week, the Abbotsford School District became a place full of fun and colour as students, teachers, and families celebrated the Lunar New Year. From school assemblies to dragon parades, art projects and classroom activities, many schools throughout the system learned about this culturally significant event and what the Year of the Dragon means.

In classrooms, the learning took a hands-on approach. Students delved into the rich tapestry of Lunar New Year customs, crafting lanterns and exploring the zodiac animals, communicating their wishes and aspirations for the coming year.

Premier David Eby; Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives; and Rachna Singh, Minister of Education and Child Care, have released the following statement in honour of Black Excellence Day:

Today, we celebrate the many contributions of Black people and communities throughout our province.

Last week, students from across the district came together for a two-night special event at the Abbotsford Arts Centre to showcase a collection of their musical performances perfected over the year. In collaboration with the Abbotsford Music Educators' Association (AMEA), Nights of Music is a hallmark spring event for elementary, middle, and secondary students - and their families. Performances included concert band, jazz band, handbells, guitar groups, vocal jazz, and more.

Please read the district parent letter below for information in regards to Convocation and Prom for the class of 2021.

Sumas First Nation generously invited the Abbotsford School District to hold a celebration of student success and Halq’emeylem in their longhouse on May 3, 2019.