Principal's Message

Welcome to Agassiz Elementary Secondary School’s website. AESS is a linear school offering a wide variety of programs from grade seven through graduation. Originally built in 1953 it has been well maintained with a renovation to the technology wing which improved the space available for our wood and metal work programs. We also have a new gymnasium that provides our students with an excellent facility for our physical education program and our extra curricular activities. Our school community prides itself on its historical record of academic excellence and athletic prowess. We have been Provincial Champions in Field Hockey, Boy’s Basketball, Girl’s Basketball, Boy’s Volleyball, and Odyssey of the Mind. Our swimming and wrestling teams are additional programs that are producing excellent results.

The school is located in the eastern Fraser Valley with a population of approximately 450 students. We serve the Town of Agassiz, the Village of Harrison Hot Springs, as well as the First Nations’ communities of Chehalis, Seabird Island, Cheam, and Scowlitz. Staff, parents and students work closely together to maximize the learning potential of each individual student. Our school is in the center of town and is used for a variety of community events creating an open door culture. The small town school atmosphere allows everyone to know your name, creating a personalized educational experience that encourages inclusion.

AESS provides every student the opportunity to achieve success while exposing them to a variety of electives. The following departments have been designed to ensure that staff works collaboratively to provide our students with a variety of teaching strategies and consistent assessment standards; Humanities Department, Math/Science Department, Physical Education/Planning Department, Grade 7 Department, and Electives Department. Our elective programs include learning environments in the fields of Industrial Technology, Fine Arts, Home Economics, and Computer Technology. They are continually fine tuned to ensure relevant skills are provided for our students. Our music program allows students to experiment with a variety of instruments at the grade 7 and 8 level. Senior band students focus on their skill development from Grade 9 through 12. Students perform for the community in a variety of ways from local parades to band concerts. Our guitar program continues to grow due to the enthusiasm of students and their desire to learn. Career Preparation Work Experience, and Secondary School Apprenticeship programs provide students with the opportunity to design their educational plan around their career aspirations.

We welcome you to peruse the site and to contact us if you wish further information.

Mrs. P Graham
-- Principal