November 24, 2021

Skwo:wech Elementary: delay of open

The following letter has been shared with the Skwo:wech Elementary School community, as it pertains to the replacement school being built on the site. 

Dear students, parents, caregivers, staff and community… more

November 23, 2021

Understanding and opportunities: the diversity and inclusion review

The drivers and goals

In the Spring of 2019, the Board of Education for New Westminster Schools took a formal stand against the wave of racism and discrimination that was dominating news cycles in Canada and the US, alongside other organizations… more

November 22, 2021

Travel and fuel restrictions

Updated Dec 1, 2021: Fuel and travel restrictions have been extended until December 14th, as per provincial orders. Events and travel will continue to be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and we continue to encourage everyone to do their part… more

November 5, 2021

No Stone Left Alone

On a wet and cold November day 350 students and their teachers filed along the sidewalks of New Westminster. 260 from Skwo:wech, 90 from Herbert Spencer.

The grade 2-5 students filled the roadways through the centre of Fraser Cemetery… more

November 4, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine Encouragement

An open letter to all New Westminster Schools staff,

As you know, last week the Board of Education decided, while fully endorsing and supporting vaccinations as a vital layer of protections available to us, that our District will not be… more