May 18, 2018
Opening the box on fun: Playtime gets even better for kids in New West…
Playing will be even more fun at four sites in New Westminster: check out the new LIVE 5-2-1-0 PLAYBOXES filled with toys, balls and ideas for outdoor games.
The boxes were ready to open May 19…
Lifting the lid on… 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
March 19, 2018
Robotics and Stem education: A gift supporting student explorations at NWSS
Students follow their passions and take control of their learning….
It’s a welcome donation at an exciting time of transformation at New Westminster Secondary School.
Technology giant Amazon last week donated $15,000 worth of… more
February 14, 2018
School Goals: At Richard McBride, everyone’s part of the school journey…
The “Kindness Captains” at Richard McBride elementary speak in front of parents, teachers and trustees. They are part of a school culture that recognizes how everyone treats each other has a powerful effect on classroom performance… more
February 9, 2018
NWSS Maker Fair: A paradigm shift in student learning
NWSS students at the 2nd annual Maker Fair this week got the chance to demonstrate – and experience – the use of technology in learning, from media arts to 3D printers, robotics, and the ‘wow factor’ of high-voltage… more
February 8, 2018
NWSS Replacement Project: Reminder to Provide Your Feedback by March 15
March 12, 2018 – Round 2 Community Consultation for the new New Westminster Secondary School (NWSS) is coming to a close soon. Thank you to all who have already provided feedback and attended… more
February 8, 2018
“Speed clubbing” for newbies: Glenbrook students take on school trustees
New Westminster Schools board chair Mark Gifford knows when the game’s up! The Rubik’s Cube club is just one of many clubs engaging students at École Glenbrook Middle School….
February 10, 2018 – It was a… more
February 1, 2018
We welcome your thoughts! Have your say for Budget 2018-2019
At New Westminster Schools, we are preparing our Annual Budget for the 2018/19 fiscal year.
The Board of Education invites all community members to share their views on what they would like to see as the school district’s educational… more
January 31, 2018
Meet One of Canada’s 40 Outstanding Principals for 2018: NWSS Principal John Tyler
Recognized as one of Canada’s 40 Outstanding Principals for 2018, John Tyler, NWSS Principal, credits administrators, teacher and staff for their willingness to “create a flexible space where all students can learn no matter… more