Dave Kandal Elementary

About

Dave Kandal Elementary is located at 3551 Crestview Ave, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6T5. The school describes itself as “home of the Sonics,” offering a strong academic and social program in a safe, caring environment that welcomes students and families. The school celebrates students’ diverse backgrounds and engages families in events that recognize cultural identity and belonging.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Abbotsford)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 604 856-7342

Email: baljit.sekhon@abbyschools.ca

Principal: Baljit Sekhon

Programs and Services

Student support / learning support Dave Kandal Elementary lists Learning Support Services, including support from its Library Learning Commons teacher and a Learning Assistance teacher. The school also highlights a district parent session about Learning Support Services and how families can access supports. Library Learning Commons / literacy The school notes a Library Learning Commons, and offers “Storytime” read-alouds with an accompanying activity. Nutrition / food programs The school participates in the BC Fruit & Vegetable Nutritional Program (noted as temporarily on hold), providing students with a BC-grown fruit or vegetable snack each month during class time. Preschool The school hosts Little Twinkle Pre-School, located at Dave Kandal Elementary.

School Culture and Expectations

The school states that students wear uniforms. It also promotes “SONICS” virtues: Success, Organized, Nice, Integrity, Creative, and Service. Dave Kandal Elementary says it provides rich learning opportunities and celebrates diverse backgrounds through events that recognize cultural identity and belonging. The school also includes a land acknowledgement recognizing the Semá:th First Nation and Máthxwi First Nation as traditional and unceded territory.