News & Events

October 1, 2020

The FAQ’s on schools, COVID protocols and more

You have questions. Here are the answers. (And if you can't find it here, send us an email and we'll add to this page through the year.) more

September 15, 2020

All schools open today

With the fire under control and improved air quality from yesterday, all schools are open. more

September 14, 2020

Pier fire affecting air quality and some schools

Classes have been suspended at multiple schools today at a result shifts in air quality because of the Westminster Pier Park fire. more

August 26, 2020

The Plan: Phase 2 Return to Schools

It is with great pride today that we share with you the New Westminster plan for the Phase 2 Return to our schools. more

August 26, 2020

Home & Online Learning … defining the alternatives to in-class

Schools are the best places for students to learn. But we also know there are many reasons families need options. We've worked hard to look at every option and build in as much flexibility to our plan as we can – including proudly expanding our programs and adding whole new offerings. more

August 18, 2020

Planning the return: timelines and what’s to come

August 18th update from Superintendent Karim Hachlaf outlining key dates, speaking to what the plan will cover and inviting people to join in one of the upcoming Townhall opportunities to have their questions answered. more

Highlights at New Westminster School District 40

Good Things are Happening: 2021-22 in review

An amazing list of projects, achievements and learning opportunities from the 2021-22 school year that's set the foundation we move forward from. more

The beat and birth of a drum

All three of our middle schools collaborated around a power lesson, with additional opportunities for Indigenous students to get hands-on cultural teachings and experiences. more

Understanding and opportunities: the diversity and inclusion review

Key findings and recommendations from our justice, equity, diversity and inclusion consultants. more