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April 14, 2025

Celebrating Completion of the What’s In a Name? Legacy Project

The Abbotsford School District, in collaboration with the Abbotsford School District Retired Teachers Association (ADRTA) Heritage Committee, is proud to celebrate the completion of the What’s In a Name? legacy project—an initiative that brings to life the rich history behind local school names. 

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February 24, 2025

Belonging at Aberdeen: Where Every Student Matters in Our Thriving Community!

Located in the countryside, Aberdeen Elementary School is more than just a place of learning—it's a thriving, supportive community where everyone plays a role in fostering our school motto of "You Matter, You Belong". From the moment students step onto school grounds to the time they leave at the end of the day, the sense of belonging is evident in every interaction. 

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February 11, 2025

Early Dismissal Feb. 19 & 20

Parent/Guardian-Teacher Conferences are happening on Wednesday, Feb. 19 and Thursday, Feb. 20. Please schedule an appointment with your student's teacher here: https://aberdeen.schoolappointments.com/

To accommodate these conferences, school will be dismissed at noon on both days. School buses will be running 2.5 hours earlier than usual on those days. Please arrange alternative transportation for your student to get home that day if necessary. 

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January 2, 2025

Child and youth mental health

The guide to child and mental health is brought to you by Fraser Health.

Support your child’s mental health

Mental health is a key component of healthy child and youth development, and also has an impact on their relationships and their performance in school.

How can parents support positive mental health?

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December 3, 2024

Your healthy winter guide 2024/25

The guide to winter health is brought to you by Fraser Health.

Keeping your child healthy during winter

As the chilly winter season is upon us, there’s a few extra things you can do to help keep your children healthy and well. Navigate this season with these essential tips.

Bundle up for the cold

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October 30, 2024

Halloween Safety and Inclusivity in #AbbySchools

As Halloween approaches, students and staff across the Abbotsford School District are excited to celebrate with costumes, creativity, and community spirit. To ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive Halloween for everyone, we encourage families to keep the following tips in mind:

Respecting Diversity in Costumes

Halloween is a time for fun and imagination, and we want to make sure our costumes reflect respect and consideration for all cultures, beliefs, and identities. Costumes should avoid elements that might cause harm or offend others, including:

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