2025/2026 School Information
Welcome/welcome back to ATS!
We are looking forward to seeing you in September!
Please review the attached documents with your students to get you prepped for September.
School Supplies, Devices and Uniforms
A school supply list for your grade is attached. For those looking to acquire a new laptop, a selection of devices from Staples is attached. You do not need to purchase one of those specifically, these are just meant as examples. Also, if you have a device already you are not required to purchase a new one at all. Please ensure your child has uniform items to wear during all weather possibilities. Uniform requirements are attached.
Additional Reading Resources
Punjabi Translation
Manu Verma is our Punjabi language translator. Please review her contact info if you need any help with language. Manu can attend parent-teacher/principal meetings at your request as well as answer any questions you may have.
Class Lists
Class lists will be posted on the front doors on Friday August 29 by 4:00pm.
Band
If your child is interested in joining band and learning to play an instrument, please review the attached Introduction to Music information from our new band teacher, Mr. Noftle.
Grade 6 Orientation
New Grade 6’s will receive an invitation by email mid-August for the WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) Orientation which will happen on August 28th, just before school starts up. Please keep an eye out for that email.
Medical Forms
If your child requires medical equipment/medicine to be administered by staff or has a condition the school should be aware of (such as allergies), please review the Medical Alert Conditions information on the school district website found here. Please complete the forms with your doctor and return to the school office as soon as possible.
Bussing
Please visit the website below if you need to arrange bussing for your child to ATS. You will need your child’s pupil number.
https://www.abbyschools.ca/student-transportation
School Cash Online
We do not accept cash or debit/credit in the school. Please make sure to sign up for your SchoolCashOnline account if you haven’t already. Many of our permission forms are processed through SchoolCashOnline as well. Please make sure to complete the ones that are posted to your child’s account at the beginning of the school year.
SchoolCashOnline Instructions - English
SchoolCashOnline Instructions - Punjabi
School Messenger
The School Messenger app allows you to enter your students excused absence, late arrival or early departure. Please make sure to familiarize yourself with this app or the toll free phone number as we do not process excused absences over the phone, except in emergencies.
SchoolMessenger App - Using your mobile device, download and install the SchoolMessenger app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. The first time you use the app, select Sign Up to create your account and use the same email address that is listed in your school contact information to have your student automatically populated into the app. Select Attendance then Report an Absence.
SafeArrival Website - Using the SafeArrival website, go to: go.schoolmessenger.ca The first time you use the website, select Sign Up to create your account. Select Attendance then Report an Absence.
Toll-Free Number - Call 1-844-487-3701 to report an absence using the automated phone system. These options are available 24 hours/day, 7 days a week. Future absences can be reported at any time. Make sure to use the phone number that is listed in your school contact information so that the app can automatically load your students information and streamline the process.
If you have any questions, please contact the school by email (ats@abbyschools.ca) or phone 604-850-7029. Our SIS Clerk (Mrs. Clarke) will be here during the summer; I will be off for the summer, however I will also be at the school until this Friday if you have any questions in that time as well.
Have a great summer and see you in September!
- Posted: July 1, 2025 - 8:00am
- Expires: September 9, 2025 - 3:00pm