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We walk into our schools each day and meet with faces, a multitude of beautiful faces behind which there are stories, personalities, interests, skills, hopes and values. And each day, we are lucky enough to have these children share pieces and layers of themselves in what might seem like surface-level interactions. A welcoming smile can draw someone in and engage them in conversation, and taking some time to listen to a child's story gives insight into their identity and, in turn, gives them the confidence they need to share with others.

The Abbotsford School District's Early Years learning team has been working to ensure that as many children and families have access to early learning support throughout our community. The following services and programs are currently available:

PAC is looking for someone to build us a Roadside Produce Stand!  

 We will provide some ideas and pay for the supplies. 

Please let us know at barrowtownpac@gmail.com

Dear Barrowtown Parents,

Please read through our October PAC minutes. Please plans are underway, and we would like all parents to be in the know about what is happening. If you are interested in helping out or if you have any ideas, please let us know. We would love parent feedback!

Thank you.

Kayla Wiens

PAC Secretary

Harlem arrived at my school in September 2021 with a G4 file as thick as my fist. It stated that he had been in foster care for 11 years, rarely attended school, and could become violent if he became frustrated. He had been in foster care since birth and had been mainly homeschooled by his foster parents who did not value public school or his culture. When I first met him, it became apparent that we were not dealing with a violent or mean child but a soft-spoken, gentle, and curious boy.

Hello Barrowtown Parents,

Another year is off to a great start! As the Parent Advisory Council, we hope to, support the students and the school again this year, and we have exciting new plans on how to do that well.

Have a look through our September PAC minutes and our other forms. We will send the other forms home as well, if that makes it easier for you to fill them out.

We hope you can join us this year!

Thank you

Kayla Wiens

Barrowtown PAC Secretary

Irene Kelleher was born in Matsqui on December 16, 1901. Irene’s parents attended Saint Mary’s and Saint Anne’s Residential School in Mission. Raised in the Fraser Valley and eventually returning to the area later in life, Irene was a vital contributor to public education in British Columbia and a respected community leader.

Hello Barrowtown Families,

Please have a look at our June PAC minutes.

Thank you for helping to make Barrowtown a great place for the students, teachers and our whole community.

Have a great summer!

Kayla

Please find attached the minutes from our May PAC Meeting. The LAST PAC meeting of the school year will be Tuesday, June 7th, we would love to see everyone there!

Also, don't forget about our Family Pizza Night on June 2nd- please RSVP immediately if you haven't already; come join us for a celebratory dinner and hopefully some sunshine!

We need to have all pizza dinner RSVPs by this Friday as we will be submitting our orders.

Hello Barrowtown Families,

Please have a read through our PAC minutes and find out what is happening at school. There are a few events and hot lunch items coming up that we will need volunteers for.

Please let us know if you have any questions or would like to help.

Thank you so much.

Kayla Wiens

PAC Secretary