In the early 1980s, an expanding population led to its transformation into a full-fledged secondary school (grades 8-12).

From Grade 9 to 12, Stafford students then would attend one of the remaining secondary schools in the Langley area.

was held to illustrate concerns regarding the safety of students walking to and from school along busy roads.

Additionally students held a walk-out en masse which took them to the school board office.

AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination, is an in-school program which prepares students for university eligibility and success.

At the time of its closure as a secondary school, approximately 40% of Stafford's teachers were trained in AVID strategies.