News & Events

February 4, 2017

C’est aujourd’hui! District French public speaking contest today

Today is the day! The local annual French public speaking contest for students grade 6-12 is taking place from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 4 at École Glenbrook Middle School. Student winners will go the next level and more

January 11, 2017

NWSS Student Iveta Demirova a National Scholarship Finalist

New Westminster Secondary Student Iveta Demirova is up for one of country’s most prestigious undergraduate scholarships – the Loran Award. more

January 9, 2017

NWSS Students Round Up Donors for Blood Drive…

New Westminster Secondary School leadership students have been out for blood for the past few weeks - and they will see it collected tomorrow. more

January 4, 2017

January Winter Weather Updates…

During this extended period of chilly conditions, please use an abundance of caution while travelling to and from school. Our New Westminster Schools Facilities and Operations crew will continue to clear and sand around our schools, but due to ongoing freezing temperatures, you may encounter icy conditions on the roads and sidewalks. Please be extra vigilant! more

November 18, 2016

Making Music, Making Connections: Winter Band Concert Nov. 30 with Professionals and Students

Professional Vancouver Symphony Orchestra musicians are joining forces with students for a day of music and mentorship topped by a Winter Band Concert Nov. 30, 2016... more

November 10, 2016

We remember: Moving ceremony leaves audience speechless

The echoing words of students reciting "In Flanders Fields" was one of the haunting vignettes offered by New Westminster Secondary School students Thursday in honor of those who sacrificed their lives in war.... 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