At W.J. Mouat Secondary, the Benevolent Nerds Club is helping students succeed through compassion, collaboration and peer support.
Led by Grade 11 and 12 volunteers, the club offers tutoring during lunch and after school in subjects like math, English and French. As a student-led extracurricular, it creates an engaging opportunity for students to take initiative while supporting their peers.
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The spring season is approaching which means warmer weather and more outdoor activities. It’s also an opportunity to foster new healthy habits for our children. Here are five practical tips for school-aged kids to make the most of this season.
Get active
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Community Matters Award, an annual award that recognizes outstanding community partners who have exceeded their service mandate and made a significant, deliberate contribution to Abbotsford School District students.
The Community Matters Award celebrates organizations whose sustained commitment and meaningful collaboration have had a lasting impact on student success and well-being across the district.
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Positive mental health allows us to enjoy our lives and can help children and youth weather the normal ups and downs of life. It plays a critical role in the healthy development of children and youth, supporting their ability to build healthy relationships and succeed in school.
How can parents support positive mental health?
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Don’t skip your influenza (flu) shot this year: Fraser Health is reminding everyone that immunization makes a difference. The vaccine shields against several strains of flu and helps lessen the impact of emerging variants, like H3N2.
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Keep your child healthy during winter
As the chilly winter season approaches, there are things you can do to help keep your children healthy and well.
Get ready for winter at home and in the community
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Respiratory illness season is here, but you don’t have to feel uncertain about where to turn if you have a sick child. This winter, skip the guesswork: learn about the care options available for your child so they can get better sooner. Knowing your choices can save time and reduce stress.
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Make dental, hearing and vision checks part of a healthy routine
It’s important for your child to have regular eye exams and routine dental checkups. This can help find issues early and lead to better outcomes. It is also important to recognize any hearing loss early as this is essential for speech and language development.
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No one wants to take the ‘treat’ out of trick-or-treating, but Halloween treats can increase the risk of cavities. This year, Fraser Health is encouraging families to plan ahead to help scare away tooth decay.
Halloween is just around the corner, and our schools are buzzing with excitement as students prepare to show off their creativity and enjoy some festive fun together. As we get ready to celebrate, it’s important that our events and costume choices reflect the values we share as a community: kindness, inclusion, and respect.