January 6, 2021
Consultation and suggestions: McBride’s re-naming
The background and policies guiding re-naming McBride
We’re so excited to see the new school being built at Richard McBride Elementary … as the new space will benefit students and the community in many ways. And the fresh building… more
January 5, 2021
Programs of Choice: Info nights for parents
At New Westminster Schools, we’re proud to offer our families multiple Programs of Choice … as we work to connect students and their parents with the educational path that best suits their needs and learning styles. Options available… more
December 16, 2020
Winter Break: gratitude and well wishes
Dear Students, Parents, Caregivers, Staff and the New Westminster community,
As we head into the Winter Break and bring this unprecedented year to a close, we do so with much gratitude for all we have managed together.
For all of… more
December 1, 2020
Opportunity to consider learning options
Dear parents and caregivers,
We’re now about a third of the way into this unusual school year … and we’re seeing our routines are now well settled as life has become a bit more normal, in this new way.
When it comes to our… more
November 30, 2020
Occupancy on the new NWSS!
We have reached an important milestone in the build of our new New Westminster Secondary School, and wanted to share that with you … as promised when we announced the delay last Spring.
Today, with excitement, we are happy to share… more
November 9, 2020
Winter weather – getting prepared
In preparation for the possibility of severe weather conditions, we would like to remind you that all schools in New Westminster School District will remain OPEN, if at all possible, during the colder and potentially snowier weather this winter… more
October 16, 2020
Halloween considerations
Halloween can be a wonderful time of year for young people to explore creativity, play and share in a sense of celebration. And dressing up in costumes is a fun and joyful tradition for kids and staff alike.
It’s also a time when we’re… more
October 13, 2020
Re-naming Richard McBride
We’re looking for two members of the community to join the re-naming committee for the new school being built on the Richard McBride site!
Do you live in New Westminster? Are you interested in helping make recommendations on the name… more
October 9, 2020
NWSS Environment Club hosts all-candidates debate
Need something to feel hopeful about? How about a committed group of high school students who want to make their school, New Westminster and the world a better, more democratic space … even when they might not be able to cast their own… more
October 1, 2020
What to expect when there’s a positive COVID-19 case
Dear students, parents and staff,
As you may have heard, in New Westminster we have now had our first few confirmed COVID-19 exposures and wanted to connect with all of you and let you know what to expect for future cases.
First and… more