For many of our ACS families the parent-school partnership kicks off with a meeting in the principal’s office. Not because their child is in any trouble but because, as a school, we feel that partnering well with parents is a crucial component to creating a school community where students will flourish. A Sweet Response In [...]
BY LINDA GROOT, LIBRARIAN Bi-monthly, I like to bake banana bread to bring to our boisterous staff to eat during break with their brew. Better yet, I love to book talk the best brand-new books we have bought for staff to borrow for their bunch of students in their classrooms. But then blasted Covid hit. [...]
The events of the last few weeks have left us feeling shaken and vulnerable. Many of our school families were horribly impacted by the flooding. We have family, friends, coworkers, and classmates who are trying to recover from devastating losses. All of us, including our children, are trying to find a sense of security amidst [...]
For those of us who’ve been in our ACS community a while, the name “Sandra Elgersma” makes us think about singing, xylophones, recorders, concerts, and musicals. Many ACS alumni, honorary members, and staff fondly remember our former music teacher, Miss Sandra Elgersma, who taught children music at Abbotsford Christian School from 1988-2012. If you had [...]
Home makes me think of my family and friends back in England. Memories of mince pies and mulled wine. Thoughts of cups of tea and eating lamb on Good Friday. My dad doing the daily crossword puzzle. My mum baking homemade pies. My brother winding me up to no end…ahh beautiful memories! For me, home [...]
Prepare yourself, I’m going to complain. Yes, it’s probably not healthy and it goes against my typically moderate stance on anything that gets posted on social media, but I’m doing it anyways. I, Karin Riemer, mother of a kindergarten student, think that Kindergarten Gradual Entry is the worst! Professionally, as an educator and an elementary [...]
What a year! Looking back on the past school year, we can all agree it’s been nothing short of memorable. Doing school through a pandemic is full of challenges and blessings. And through it all, we can see God’s grace and his goodness. We asked our elementary staff to share their reflections and special moments [...]
I love being at the elementary campus right before recess. The anticipation of going outside, getting fresh air, and being able to run and play with friends is palpable. I would dare say that for a high percentage of students, recess is a highlight of their day. Especially on a beautiful sunny day. Carefree I [...]
I don’t think it matters if you have one child, a baker’s dozen, or any number in between; raising your children and being a family is one of life's greatest adventures. For my husband and I, we have learned that in the joys, the struggles, and the in-betweens of this great adventure, parenting our four-year-old [...]
I love a big challenge. I love the idea of committing to the challenge and the feeling of accomplishment when it’s done. And if it involves some type of outdoor adventure, I’m in. A Spark Maybe this trait is passed down to me from my Dad. In 2017, my Dad decided to cycle across Canada [...]
Copyright © 2014-2025 Abbotsford Christian School
