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I'm pleased to have this opportunity to share some highlights from our May 16, 2025, Professional Development (Pro-D) Day, where the Curriculum Department supported educators with their learning across the District. The day featured engaging, practical sessions that motivated teachers and invigorated presenters.  There was strong attendance and positive feedback throughout all sessions.

We're excited to highlight the success of Shared Learning 2025, an event that brought together educators and support staff from across Abbotsford to explore new ways to support our students and improve our schools. The energy was tangible as we gathered to celebrate accomplishments, explore fresh teaching ideas, and discover how technology can help us all learn, grow, and work together.

There is a renewed focus on creating a culture of reading at all our schools through our Library Learning Commons (LLC). The goal is to improve student literacy by fostering a love for reading and integrating literacy strategies across all subjects. Here are some key initiatives we are exploring and implementing at various sites to cultivate a school-wide culture of reading:

Curate Diverse and Engaging Reading Materials

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.

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.

The Abbotsford School District is proud to announce the launch of a new and enriching resource on each of its school websites: dedicated school history pages that delve into the fascinating origins of our school’s names.

On October 5th, the Abbotsford School District joins the global community in celebrating World Teachers’ Day, a special occasion to honour the dedication and passion of educators who play an essential role in shaping the future. Teachers are the driving force behind student success, and in Abbotsford, they are at the heart of creating a vibrant and supportive learning environment for over 20,000 students.

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.

*Please note that the beginning portion of the board meeting was not recorded due to technical errors.

Rachna Singh, Minister of Education and Child Care, issued the following statement as students return to school.