
SD33 exec cites ‘student success’, but no deep dive into academic excellence in year-end message
CHILLIWACK — SD33 Superintendent Rohan Arul-pragasam touched on a number of themes in his year-end message to parents, including student success, but not a deep dive into academic achievement or scholastic excellence.
According to the text of a message sent to parents via email Friday morning, Arul-pragasam said the 2024-25 school year ushered in a significant milestone in what he called “our shared journey” as the district initiated a comprehensive review of its Strategic Plan.
“Your thoughtful engagement in this process has helped shape a bold and purposeful vision for the future of education in Chilliwack,” Arul-pragasam said. “From November 2024 to April 2025, students, staff, parents, guardians, caregivers, Elders, Indigenous communities, and district and community partners participated in meaningful engagement sessions that informed our revised Strategic Plan,” he said.
With nearly 8,600 thoughts shared, Arul-pragasam said public input helped identify the key priorities that will guide its work from 2025 to 2029, including student success, human flourishing, truth and reconciliation, and accountability.