Kent Elementary School

Kent Elementary School Kent Elementary is in Agassiz, BC and houses students from K-6. Please note this page is for parent/family/community information.

"Working together to ensure that each student masters basic skills, recognizes and develops his/her unique talents and interests and becomes a confident learner."

10/10/2026

Here is our weekly update, it has been emailed out. If you have not been receiving them, please reach out to our office to be sure we have your correct email address.

Dear Kent Families,

We have had another busy and exciting week of learning at Kent Elementary. Thank you for your continued support as we work together to create a positive, welcoming, and inclusive school community.

Terry Fox Fundraiser Success

We are thrilled to share the final results of our Terry Fox Fundraiser. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our students, families, and staff, Kent Elementary raised $1,956.15 for the Terry Fox Foundation. What an amazing accomplishment!

Congratulations to our fundraising winners:

Ms. Belluz's class was the Intermediate Division winner, raising $714.25 and earning a pizza party.
Ms. Lawson's class was the Primary Division winner, raising $203.50 and also earning a pizza party.
Skyler was our top fundraiser and earned the opportunity to be secretary for the day.
Aubrey raised an impressive $160 and won a Terry Fox shirt.
Thank you to everyone who donated, participated, and helped keep Terry Fox's legacy alive through acts of kindness and generosity.

Athletics

Our soccer teams continue to represent Kent Elementary with enthusiasm, teamwork, and sportsmanship. We are proud of their efforts and would like to thank our coaches and volunteers for supporting these opportunities for students.

Our next SD78 soccer tournament will take place at Silver Creek Elementary on October 15. We wish all of our student-athletes the very best as they continue their season.

Important Dates

October 14 – Inclusion Fair in Hope – see attached flyer
October 15 - SD78 Soccer Tournament at Silver Creek
October 16 - PAC Hot Lunch (Yummy Slice Pizza) and Grade 6 Popcorn Sale
October 20 – Parent Teacher Interviews
October 28 – Bake Sale (Grade 6’s)
October 29 - PAC Halloween Dance and Food Drive
November 5 - PAC Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
November 20 - PAC Hot Lunch (Subway)
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend, and we look forward to another great week of learning at Kent Elementary.

Warmly,

Jessica McKerrow
Principal, Kent Elementary School

10/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Kent Elementary PAC fundraiser! They were able to surpassed there goal for the fundraiser! $5,227 in sales & $928 raised for PAC
Delivery is Oct 7 at 2pm in the parent parking lot.

10/05/2026


The Backpack Buddies program is now available at our school! They support us by providing bags filled with nutritional and easy meals and snacks to last over the weekend. Each student signed up will receive their own individual bag to take home every Friday. Please contact either of our ISW’s to sign up or if you have any questions!
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09/30/2026

Just a reminder that there is no school tomorrow - Wednesday

09/24/2026

Just a friendly reminder that this Friday September 25th is a pro d day so there is no school for our students. Hope you have a great long weekend, we will see you on Monday September 28th.

09/19/2026

here is our weekly update. It has been emailed out, if you have not received it please contact the school so we can be sure we have your correct email. Hope everyone has a safe and fun weekend.

Kent Elementary Weekly Update
September 18, 2026

Dear Kent Families,

We have had another wonderful week of learning at Kent Elementary! Students are settling into routines, building friendships, and showing kindness throughout the school. Thank you for your continued support as we work together to make Kent a welcoming and successful place for all learners.

Terry Fox Fundraising and Kindness Challenge
Our students continue to demonstrate the spirit of Terry Fox through acts of kindness and community-minded actions. We have already raised approximately $170 toward our school goal of $1,000. Thank you to everyone who has donated so far. Donations will continue to be accepted until October 2.

Student Leadership Opportunities
Applications for Student Leadership were due today. Students will have opportunities to serve in a variety of roles including school ambassadors, recess leaders, athletics support, learning leaders, arts and culture, school beautification, green team activities, and community service roles. We will be rolling these roles out over the course of the year.

Indigenous Language Learning
We are excited to begin another year of Halq'emeylem language instruction with Tanya Zilinski and Melanie Victor. Students in all classrooms will have opportunities to engage in Indigenous language and cultural learning throughout the year.

Athletics
Soccer season is underway! Kent Elementary will be hosting one of the district soccer tournament days on October 1.

PAC News
Thank you to everyone who attended our first PAC meeting of the year. Our first fundraiser of the year, the Neufeld Farms fundraiser, is now underway.

Looking Ahead

· Agassiz Fall Fair this weekend. If you want to come watch me try to milk a goat and have a good laugh, I will be by the stage around 1:40. Hope to see you there.

October 1: Soccer Tournament at Kent Elementary.

· October 2: Final day for Terry Fox donations.

Have a great weekend!

Warmly,

Jessica McKerrow
Principal, Kent Elementary School

09/18/2026

reminder it is picture day tomorrow.

here is the general school supply list.
08/24/2026

here is the general school supply list.

School Supply Lists Your teachers at Kent Elementary School are excited to offer the opportunity to purchase your schoo...
07/23/2026

School Supply Lists

Your teachers at Kent Elementary School are excited to offer the opportunity to purchase your school supplies through School Start for the 2026-2027 school year. This process will save you both time and money. Order early, and you will be entered in one or more contests!
Parents go directly to: https://schoolstart.ca/
Then please click on the following:
- Parents Shop Here
- Purchase School Supply Kits
- Select Province, then City, then School
- Click Here to Purchase
- Lastly, click on your child’s grade

Address

7285 McCullough Road
Agassiz, BC
V0M1A0

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8am - 3:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm

Telephone

604-796-2161

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