Highlights - Board Meeting - February 10, 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.
Education
Middle Strategic Plan Progress Report
Assistant Superintendent Lisa Burdeyny provided an update on the progress of Abbotsford middle schools in instructional alignment and student support, equity initiatives, and underscore the need for differentiated, culturally responsive teaching. Middle years learning emphasizes agency, identity, and connection, aligning closely with the Board's Strategic Plan pillars of Student Success, Engaging Opportunities, and Progressive Workforce.
Secondary Strategic Plan Progress Report
Assistant Superintendent Cunnings provided a report to the Board outlining the work underway within the Secondary Operational Plan. Student Success is a key strategic pillar for the Abbotsford School District, with secondary schools prioritizing literacy achievement and student connection. Cunnings provided information on a partnership with Dr. Hasina Samji and the CHART Lab at SFU to pilot the Social Connection Toolkit, which aims to improve student well-being and academic outcomes as well as a new Robotics program at Robert Bateman Secondary which highlighted the innovative approaches that support student engagement, literacy, and problem-solving skills.
Operations
Amended Annual Budget Bylaw 2025/2026
The Board of Education approved having all three readings of the 2025/2026 Amended Annual Budget Bylaw in this one meeting. The Admended Annual Budget Bylaw was read and passed.
Trustee Announcements
Trustee Meetings & Events: January - February 2026
The following are trustee meetings and events that have occurred in the period since the last Public Board meeting:
- DPAC Meeting
- District Planning Meeting
- Audit Committee Meeting
- Finance & Facilities Committee Meeting
- Annual Joint Partner Meeting
- BCPSEA AGM
- Board Planning Session
- Agenda Setting for February 10 Board Meetings