News & Events

December 6, 2021

Discover New Westminster Schools

Join us for a series of virtual information sessions that will walk you through everything from the French Immersion entry process to our Grade 12 course selection options! more

December 3, 2021

Winter weather procedures for possible closures

If possible, schools will remain open through winter weather, but here's what to know for more severe days where closures may be occur. more

November 24, 2021

Skwo:wech Elementary: delay of open

The compounded supply chain issues, including the flood related infrastructure challenges, mean that we will need to push back the previous projected opening date. more

November 22, 2021

Travel and fuel restrictions

Our schools remain open, but under new public orders we will look to reduce fuel usage and travel where we can.   more

November 5, 2021

No Stone Left Alone

350 students stood in the rain and cold to partake in this ceremony where they lay poppies on graves, as part of the lead up to Remembrance Day. more

October 28, 2021

Seamless day child care in New Westminster Schools

12 new child care spaces will open at Qayqayt in January under this new pilot project, with 90 more spaces across the district being filled this fall. 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