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Board of Education, portrait image with text that reads "Board Meeting, October 6, 2026 at 6:00pm) along with the youtube link to join livestream.
October 7, 2026

Highlights - Board Meeting - October 6, 2026

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 audio quality may be limited during certain segments of the livestream due to technical difficulties.

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Board of Education, portrait image with text that reads "Board Meeting, October 6, 2026 at 6:00pm) along with the youtube link to join livestream.
Young female sitting on the couch, blanket over her legs and blowing her nose.
October 5, 2026

Keep your children free from respiratory illnesses this winter

The information is brought to you by Fraser Health.

As the weather gets colder and more time is spent indoors, we are more likely to get sick with things like colds, flu or COVID-19 because these illnesses spread more easily in enclosed spaces.

Everyone should take these steps to protect themselves and limit the spread of respiratory illnesses: 

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Young female sitting on the couch, blanket over her legs and blowing her nose.
A male and female standing next to a custodian cart in a school hallway, having a conversation.
October 2, 2026

National Custodian Day: Care in Every Corner

Today, on National Custodian Day, we proudly recognize and thank the dedicated custodians who help make Abbotsford School District schools and facilities clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for students, staff, and families.

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A male and female standing next to a custodian cart in a school hallway, having a conversation.
Cover page for a community bulletin featuring a smooth multicolored gradient background in shades of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and pink. Centered white text reads “Community Bulletin.” Below, a dark gray rounded label contains the text “September-October 2026.” The design is clean and modern with no other images or graphics.
September 24, 2026

Community Bulletin Sept-Oct 2026

The latest Community Bulletin from the Abbotsford School District highlights great opportunities for students and families across our community. This online resource features a wide range of community events, programs, services, and activities submitted to the district to share with our families.

In line with AP 301 - Access to Students, our Community Bulletin is dedicated to fostering connections that enrich and enhance student learning and well-being.

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Cover page for a community bulletin featuring a smooth multicolored gradient background in shades of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and pink. Centered white text reads “Community Bulletin.” Below, a dark gray rounded label contains the text “September-October 2026.” The design is clean and modern with no other images or graphics.
Group of many kids playing on a school turf soccer field with the school in the background.
September 23, 2026

City and School District Approve Joint Use Agreement

The Abbotsford School District and City of Abbotsford have approved a new Master Joint Use Agreement, strengthening our long-standing partnership and improving access to shared facilities and recreational opportunities across the community.  

The updated agreement provides designated times for City programs and community organizations to use specific school gymnasiums, creating greater certainty around community access. It also removes fees for items such as skate and helmet rentals during school visits, helping reduce barriers to participation for children and youth.  

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Group of many kids playing on a school turf soccer field with the school in the background.
Group of School trustees portrait photo with text that reads "Board Meeting" and "September 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM"
September 23, 2026

Highlights - Board Meeting - September 22, 2026

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 audio quality may be limited during certain segments of the livestream due to technical difficulties.

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Group of School trustees portrait photo with text that reads "Board Meeting" and "September 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM"
Three elementary students sitting on a rock, eating french fries.
September 22, 2026

Student Leadership Shines at Sandy Hill’s Third Annual Fête de la Rentrée

For the third year, Sandy Hill Elementary welcomed the school year with its annual Fête de la rentrée, bringing together more than 400 students to celebrate French language, culture and community.

Mme Rodriguez once again took the lead in organizing the event, with French Immersion Grade 5 students playing an important role as volunteers. Students helped lead activities and welcome their peers throughout the celebration.

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Three elementary students sitting on a rock, eating french fries.