News & Events

June 25, 2018

Good Things are Happening at New Westminster Schools: 2017-2018

We’re proud of the exciting things happening across the district. Our students are engaged at every step in the learning journey – and it shows. Check out our 2017-2018 Year End booklet – and see for yourself!  [Click on full more

June 15, 2018

Schools Open September 4, 2018

It’s back to school Tuesday, September 4 for the start of the 2018-2019 school year.

We look forward to welcoming our students back after their summer break.

You can find information on school opening procedures here and our more

June 8, 2018

Our Journey to Here: NWSS Art Students take the plunge with Queen’s Park Exhibition

“Swimsuit” by artist Jadie Hill, Grade 12.  Jadie was awarded the Visual and Performing Arts Department’s Appreciation Award for the work she has done and the positive attitude she brings to the more

June 7, 2018

A Singular Sensation for 2017-2018: Trustees make the rounds of district schools

Top hats and white gloves: F.W. Howay elementary school students create a singular sensation, Broadway-style, for school trustees and families…

FW Howay students put on the Ritz for visiting school trustees…

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June 1, 2018

It’s Showtime! NWSS Dance Students Rev up for June 6 Performance at the Massey Theatre…

Come on out for the NWSS Dance Show this Wednesday, June 6, at the Massey Theatre — the highlight performance of the NWSS Dance Program.
This year, it’s  hip-hop with a Monsters Inc. theme – and it’s  fun for all more

May 30, 2018

Building on Commitment to Student Success: Maryam Naser Named Associate Superintendent

May 30, 2018 – Maryam Naser, a dedicated educator with more than 20 years of experience spanning pre-kindergarten to graduation at both classroom and district levels, has been named District Associate Superintendent of New Westminster more

May 16, 2018

Meet the Water Walkers: École Glenbrook students make a splash to change the world…

WE Walk for Water: École Glenbrook Middle School students Edana, Isobel and Ella do their part to change the world for the better…

Opening a window to the experience of children around the world…

For middle school students more

May 8, 2018

May Events: Jazz Night, Trades Info, Digital Media Education for Parents – and more!

May’s a busy month around New Westminster Schools: so students, parents and guardians: mark your calendars! Some highlights:

Coming up May 12: NWSS Jazz Nite

A Night of Big Band Jazz Music in a cabaret-style more

May 8, 2018

A Big Day: City May Day festivities include Queen’s Park event with New Westminster Schools

Maypole Dances are performed by grade 4 students from eight schools who spend about two months practicing the intricate steps involved…

May’s Big Day…

This month marks the 148th May Day in the City of New Westminster. more

April 26, 2018

Board approves “good news budget” investing $1.2 million in student learning

April 26, 2018 – The New Westminster Schools Board of Education this week adopted a $79.5 million annual budget for 2018-2019 that puts $1.2 million worth of innovative programs and supports in district schools.

The new budget more