Nov 17 to 21 What's Up!

NOVEMBER 17-21

We are already halfway through November! Where has the time gone! We now countdown to Winter Break, just a short 5 weeks away. Secondary students all received their Term 1 Learning Updates (aka report cards) on Friday with the semester marks. Remember that families (secondary only) can always check on student progress through the Family portal.

School Messenger/Safe Arrival has been giving us some grief lately, which has impacted your ability to call in absences! The district is working on this and for now if you are unable to enter an absence on Safe Arrival, we ask that you send an email to sumasmountain@abbyschools.ca.

WEEK AT A GLANCE

Tuesday, Nov 18^th – PAC meeting – 7pm – everyone welcome.

Friday – Nov 21^st – Grade 6 mini concert @ 1pm – all families invited & will be recorded for those who cannot make it

Friday, Nov 21^st – Secondary Learning Enhancement Day (Credit Recovery Day)

STUDENT DANCE SHOW – GET READY! It’s time once again for students to start preparing their own creative dance for ASIA’s annual Student Dance Show (Feb 19)! New this year: Each performance must tell a story, and all ideas must be submitted to Mrs. Majewski and Mrs. Hotell for prior approval. Music selections also require approval.

We can’t wait to see everyone’s artistic creations!

• Middle School: Students may audition as a duo, trio, or small group.
• Secondary School: Solos are an option, though duos, trios, and groups are also welcome.

ABBY YOUTH CENTRE Winter 2026 Youth Programs & Discounts. Early Bird Discount: Save 10% on Youth Night, FOCUS, and LEAD programs using code EBWINTER26 until November 17, 2025. Go to their website at abbyyouth.ca

SECONDARY

LEARNING ENHANCEMENT DAY (CREDIT RECOVERY DAY) Students will be asked by teachers to attend Friday for this day to get back on track. If your child is missing assignments, tests, quizzes, etc., they will be required to attend. This is an opportunity to get back on a good path to the end of the semester. Take advantage of this gift of time. Parents will also receive emails home to let them know if they should be here on Friday and/or on the learning update. Once students are finished, they can leave for the day. Buses will be running on the regular schedule and there will always be space for students to go to if they are unable to arrange a ride. Students in good standing do not need to attend.

GRADE 11 CLC - A reminder that Grade 11 students have online Careers class (CLC) assignments that can be done at home. Not coming in for Credit Recovery on Friday? Sounds like a perfect opportunity to get those assignments done on Friday at home!

GRADE 9 FIELD TRIP – We are thrilled to be able to take our Grade 9 students to the Lamondance production of Romeo and Juliet in dance. Students are currently studying the classic and will get a chance to see the story unfold on the stage. Please go to SchoolCashOnline to sign the permission forms and ticket. All permission forms must be signed by Thursday, December 4^th to attend. Don’t let your student miss out on this!

GRADE 11 FIELD TRIP coming up Monday, December 1^st. All Grade 11 students will be going to the Educational Career Fair in the morning. Please go online to schoolcashonline to accept the field trip form. (no cost for this trip). A reminder that Grade 11 students can also work on the assignments for the Careers class from their Teams Page during Credit Recovery Day, or any day. All permission forms must be signed by Sunday, November 30^th to attend. Don’t let your student miss out on this!

Gr. 9-11 students - Hair Experience - "Hair Experience" (targeted audience: Gr. 9-11).  Are you interested in becoming a professional hairstylist? The Hair program is a 1-year program in Gr. 11 or Gr. 12 years, that runs from February to end of January. Interested students should attend the upcoming Hair Experience at Abby Sr. on Dec 10th, 2025 Time: 3pm-4pm.  This is your chance to tour the hair salon, visit with current students and hear their experiences, meet the instructor, and get your questions answered.  Please RSVP with either Mrs. Kohut (jennifer.kohut@abbyschools.ca) or with the Hair program helping teacher:  jennifer.harris@abbyschools.ca

GRADS

MUG DAY is next week, Tuesday! All grads should bring in their favorite mug to be filled with yummy goodies in the morning. Parents, if you can help out, please email asiagradcommittee@gmail.com.

NEXT WEEK – SNEAK PEEK

Tuesday, Nov 25^th- Grad Mug Day; Lockdown Drill

Thursday, Nov 27^th – Secondary Band performance at Abbotsford Arts Centre 7pm; Secondary Honours Band Day

Friday, Nov 28^th – Last day of Middle School Term 1 – Arts Rotations change Dec 1^st

REPEATED ITEMS

ABBOTSFORD YOUTH COMMISSION has some great opportunities for students to take part in. Check out their website at: abbyyouth.com         

FAMILY RESOURCES: The Ministry of Education and Child Care has partnered with BC Children’s Hospital to launch a new mental health resource for families. This can help families build an understanding of key concepts and language on mental health and substance use. Language Matters - An introductory Guide for Understanding Mental Health and Substance Use: A Resource for Families

Reporting Absenteeism: Please use Report Student Absences at: SafeArrival | Abbotsford School of Integrated Arts (ASIA) - Sumas Mountain  OR you can install the SchoolMessenger App from Apple or Google. Please DO NOT use this to sign a student out during the day. We only check it once in the morning.

STUDENT SIGN OUT – We have a couple of ways you can check in, drop off something or pick up your child for an appointment. Our office is open daily from 8 to 3. You can 1) drop off a late lunch or project 2) check in for an appointment or 3) sign your child out.

We also have the option to call us at the school, especially if you are in the parking lot waiting to pick up your child. Our number is 604.850.5207. If you get the voicemail, please try again, we are a busy office and chances are someone is waiting at the window. Please DO NOT just pick up your child. We are responsible for their wellbeing and in the event of an emergency, we need to know where everyone is. A quick call to the office is all we need. Students will not be released unless someone in the office speaks to a parent. It is also important that anyone who is picking up a child here is on the list that you approve. For example, make sure grandma is one of the contacts, so that we don’t have to delay your child from leaving with her!

CAFETERIA IS OPEN! – we have a full weekly menu available. For your reference the following will be our theme days determined by Chef Cheryl.

Monday –  Pasta Day

Tuesday – Mexican Day

Wednesday –  panini/sandwich Day – special dish day

Thursday – Chicken Burger Day, veggie burgers always available!

Friday – Pizza Day

BYOD – We are a Bring Your Own Device school! Students may register to bring a laptop, chromebook, or tablet that will be used strictly for educational purposes. The required permission form is located here: BYOD forms | Abbotsford School of Integrated Arts (ASIA) - Sumas Mountain have your child hand the into the office and allow a few days for Mrs. Beckett to process the request. The form must be complete, do not leave out any information or it will have to be returned to you.