August 26, 2020
Home & Online Learning … defining the alternatives to in-class
Schools are the best places for students to learn. But we also know there are many reasons families need options. We've worked hard to look at every option and build in as much flexibility to our plan as we can – including proudly expanding our programs and adding whole new offerings. more
August 18, 2020
Planning the return: timelines and what’s to come
August 18th update from Superintendent Karim Hachlaf outlining key dates, speaking to what the plan will cover and inviting people to join in one of the upcoming Townhall opportunities to have their questions answered. more
July 29, 2020
September return to full-time instruction for most
Students in both elementary and middle schools will see a full return to classroom time in September. All students attending NWSS will also return to in-class instruction at that time, with more details coming later this summer on what that will look like. more
June 26, 2020
A year of adaptation and community spirit
Thoughts, reflections and highlights of an unprecedented time: Superintendent Karim Hachlaf on the take-aways of the 2019/2020 school year. more
May 5, 2020
RCAP return to Columbia Square
Beginning September 2020, the Royal City Alternate Program will be moving back to the school district’s New Westminster Columbia Square location, where it will be co-located with the POWER Alternate Program and the New Westminster Online Program. more
April 30, 2020
NWSS delay of completion
Due to COVID-19 related issues, we’re disappointed to share the news that the replacement building under construction at New Westminster Secondary School will not be ready for the previously projected opening. more
