News & Events

March 2, 2022

Turn down the heat!

Climate Action will be in action across the District, as our schools and other sites participate in this event, the contests and engage in the supporting lessons. more

March 1, 2022

Parent tips: talking about war and conflict

Tips and strategies on how to have age-appropriate conversations with kids about war and conflict. more

January 31, 2022

Celebrating Black history in Canada through tessellation and portraiture

NWSS art students are featured at an exciting new Anvil Centre exhibition. more

January 26, 2022

Board statement: Williams Lake First Nation announces findings of 93 possible graves

With heavy hearts we watched this news. Here you can find reflections, resources and a commitment to continue the work of reconciliation. more

January 20, 2022

Home Learners Program application window opens

Application window runs January 24 to February 18. Information session on Thursday, January 27th. more

January 19, 2022

Skwo:wech Build Update

Update from Secretary-Treasurer Bettina Ketcham on work being done to finish Skwo:wech Elementary. 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