April 28, 2017
Reading Oasis – Drinking in the wonder of books!
The United Way Reading Oasis at Lord Kelvin Elementary School: an anonymous gift opens doors to literacy
A fabulous landscape for reading…
April 28, 2017 – An oasis is usually a water source in… more
April 27, 2017
Let’s Walk! Join the Walk New West Challenge – April 3 to May 28
Calling all students, staff, classes, families and teams: the Community Challenge is on!
New Westminster is one of the most walkable cities in the region – with an average Walk Score of 70 — and students, staff, teachers and the whole… more
April 27, 2017
A chance to shine: Syrian school children share their culture
It was a chance to shine and they took it with pride: Syrian children in New Westminster shared their culture at Massey Theatre last month – dancing, singing, acting traditional stories, and enjoying food together with their… more
April 26, 2017
New Westminster Schools Appoints New Associate Superintendent
April 26, 2017 – New Westminster Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Karim Hachlaf to the position of Associate Superintendent of Schools, effective August 1, 2017. Mr. Hachlaf brings more than 17 years’ experience working… more
April 26, 2017
A Community Discussion: Building Resilience, Protecting Kids
Learn about supporting your children to encourage resilience and protect them from harmful behaviours like drug use.
With the fentanyl crisis in the forefront of media coverage in B.C., leading public health experts and police will… more
April 11, 2017
Out of this World: Giant Floor Map of Canada at Fraser River Middle School
Canada from Outer Space….
Students at Fraser River Middle School will be able to hover over Canada in space or simply walk across the country — from sea to shining sea — starting this week.
The Canadian Space… more
March 11, 2017
First in BC – School Board Adopts Sanctuary Schools Policy
Inspired Leadership: District Schools safe and welcoming for all children, regardless of their immigration status…
March 7, 2017 – A jam-packed school board office burst into cheers, applause, and the sound of marimba music… more
March 10, 2017
May Day 2017 showcases student leaders…
Student-friendly celebration highlights student leadership
March 10, 2017 – New Westminster Schools has been pleased for many years to contribute to the city’s May Day celebrations festivities through the school district’s May Day… more
March 10, 2017
Rolling out the Message: Queensborough Student Wins Environmental Poster Award
Where the rubber hits the road..
Queensborough Student Faith Villareal has no shortage of ideas for conserving water. And now her message is set to roll out across the city.
Villareal was in grade 5 last year when her poster on water… more
February 28, 2017
Have Your Say: Budget 2017/18
Budget Consultation….
At New Westminster Schools, we are preparing our Annual Budget for the 2017/18 fiscal year.
Our budget supports instruction, student services, maintenance, administration, and other key services. We also offer… more