Our Record of Results:
- Strong student achievement, with graduation rates consistently above the provincial average, English Language Learners exceeding provincial graduation rates every year since 2019/20, and continued improvements in Indigenous student completion rates.
- Opened 2 new elementary schools and completed additions at 10 schools, creating 152 new classrooms for more than 4,000 students, with another 178 classrooms currently under construction at 11 schools to provide 4,500 additional seats.
- Expanded student nutrition programs through strong community partnerships, providing breakfasts in 90 schools and lunches in 115 schools
- Expanded specialized learning programs to help more students succeed
- Maintained sound fiscal responsibility, protecting frontline classrooms while making prudent financial decisions to keep Surrey Schools on a strong financial footing
- Completed the most comprehensive Board policy review in decades, strengthening governance, accountability, financial oversight and our focus on student success and well-being
- Strengthened relationships with Indigenous communities as we continue our journey toward truth, reconciliation and meaningful partnerships
Our Commitment for the next 4 years:
- Advocate for more than $5 billion in new schools, school additions and seismic upgrades to meet Surrey’s growth
- Strongly advocate for increased funding for all areas of education, especially our most vulnerable student demographics.
- Maintain our focus on literacy, numeracy, and academic excellence while supporting innovative teaching practices that prepare students for post-secondary education, apprenticeships, careers and an ever-changing world.
- Continue advancing equity, diversity and inclusion through staff learning, resources and policies that ensure every student and staff member feels safe, respected, valued and included.
- Continue building strong relationships with employees, parents, Indigenous communities and our community partners.