Weekly Affirmation: Shine with Patience
“Patience is a quiet strength. It helps us grow and glow through every season.”
Families are encouraged to discuss the weekly affirmation at home with their child(ren).
Pancake Breakfast
A reminder that Monday morning our PAC is providing a pancake to all students. Students should eat a light breakfast as it will take time to feed over 500 students.
Gluten free waffles will be served to students with a gluten allergy.
Students are asked to bring their own reusable plate and a fork.
Coins for Kids
This week we are collecting Coins for Kids. Money donated will be given to the Ridge Meadows Christmas Hamper Society. Students can bring in the following:
Monday- Nickels
Tuesday- Dines
Wednesday- Quarters
Thursday- Loonies
Friday-Toonies and any other cash donations.
Primary Christmas Concert – December 18th
The primary students of Albion Elementary proudly present:
“How Albion Saved Christmas” – a fun-filled adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic.
Performance Times:
- Thursday, December 18th at 9:00 am and 1:00 pm
Ticket order forms will go home on Monday.
- Tickets: $2.00 per person (to support production costs)
- Each family may purchase two tickets per household.
- Extra tickets (if available) will be offered starting Monday, December 15th. Payment must be received with the order form.
2025 Volleyball Season
Congratulations to our 3 Albion volleyball teams as their 2025 seasons come to an end. Thank you to Ms. Carr and Ms. Dobie for coaching our recreational co-ed team this year. The team showed great skill development and by the end of the season they had really jelled as a team.
Our girls’ team, led by Ms. Lovell, competed in the girls’ playoffs this past week. They played Yennadon and Glenwood, losing two close games to finish 8th in the league this year.
The boys’ team and Ms. Matlock dealt with a lot of injuries this year to finish the season with a 4-4 record, just missing a chance to play for the championship. In the playoffs, they defeated Alexander Robinson and Harry Hooge to secure a 5th place standing this season.
Thank you to all of you who came out to support us this season.
Clothing Reminders
• Please send extra clothes—our back field is muddy.
- With cold mornings, ensure your child wears a warm jacket. All students go outside for recess and lunch.
Lost and Found
Our lost and found bin is full! Items are on displayed in the front hallway.
Unclaimed items will be donated on Friday, December 19th.
PAC Updates
- Spirit Wear and Purdy’s Orders: Ready for pickup at the office.
- Dec. 19th hot lunch (Little Caesars’s) closes Dec. 10th at 8:00 pm- To order visit https://munchalunch.com/schools/Albion
Abbotsford Canucks School Spirit Nights
Join us for a fun night out!
- Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 4:00 pm – $31
- Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:00 pm – $35
$5 from each ticket supports our PAC.
Purchase here: Albion Elementary Canucks Tickets
District Information
Kindergarten Sibling Registration periods will be open on the portal in January 2026:
- Enviro Sibling Kindergarten Registration:
Opens noon, January 5, 2026
Closes midnight, January 8, 2026 - Kindergarten Sibling Registration:
Opens noon, January 6, 2026
Closes midnight, January 10, 2026
Please note that supporting documentation for both registration phases are due to the school by noon on January 21, 2026.
After School Programs
Registration for winter after-school programs opens Monday, December 8
Registration for winter after-school programs will open at noon on Monday, December 8th, 2025, and close on January 14th, 2026, at 11 p.m.
Program details, fees, session dates, and registration information for your child’s school can be viewed on the district website at https://www.sd42.ca/after-school-programs/.
All registrations are on a first come, first serve basis. Spaces are limited. Registration instructions for PerfectMind are below. Programs may be cancelled due to low enrolment.
For more information, please contact Hannah Macdonald, program manager, community connections and healthy living, at 604.837.2384 or hannah_macdonald@sd42.ca.
Community Information
Ridge Meadows Christmas Hamper Society
The Maple Ridge–Pitt Meadows Christmas Hamper Society, is dedicated to spreading the joy and warmth of the holiday season. Their goal is simple: to support families in need within our community so they can experience the magic and wonder of Christmas.
For information about registering for a Christmas Hamper, sponsoring a family or donating please visit https://www.mrpmchristmashamper.org/
📅 This Week’s Schedule
Monday, December 8
PAC Pancake Breakfast
Comp Girls Basketball @ 7:30am
Intermediate Girls Drop-In Basketball @ Recess
Boys Basketball @ 12:15pm
Tuesday, December 9
Div. 4 and 11 Skating 10:15 am-12:00 Pm
Div. 10, 16 and 18 ACT 9:30-12:30
Grade 4/5 Drop in Basketball @ Recess
Passion Club 12:15- MPR
Rec Girls Basketball 2:30 pm
Wednesday, December 10
Girls Comp Basketball Practice – 7:30am
Grade 6/7 Drop in Basketball @ Recess
Boys Basketball @ 12pm
Thursday, December 11
GirlsRec Basketball Practice – 7:30am
Div. 3 ACT- Nicole attending
Grade 4/5 Drop in Basketball @ Recess
Girls Comp Basketball Practice – 2:30pm
Friday, December 12- School Spirit Day Winter sweaters/ Festive wear
Matlock Boys Basketball @ 7:30am
Grade 6/7 drop in basketball at recess
KW Boys Basketball @ 12pm
📌 Upcoming Dates
- Dec. 18 Div. 1 and 2 Skating 8:30-10:30 am
Primary Christmas Concert 9:00 am and 1:00 pm
Staff Meeting - Dec. 19 Intermediate Talent show
PAC Hot lunch- Little Caesar’s Pizza - Dec. 22 – Jan. 2 Winter Break
- Jan. 5 School reopens