News & Features - What’s happening now
August 15, 2018
Schools Open September 4, 2018!
It's back to school Tuesday, September 4 for the start of the 2018-2019 school year. We look forward to welcoming our students back after their summer break. See our school opening procedures and our 2018-2019 calendar.... more
July 11, 2018
We’re taking Reconciliation to heart…
Out in the field at École Lord Tweedsmuir elementary school, 350 students are standing in a cool spring rain. The last note of a drumming song has faded. In the silence.... more
July 10, 2018
We’re supporting learning achievement for all…
Across the district, we're helping empower our students to thrive and learn - strengthening school communities where everyone feels safe, seen, heard, and supported.... more
July 9, 2018
We’re breaking ground for the future now…..
With two brand new schools underway or about to start and a major seismic upgrade for another, it’s a major leap forward not only for safe schools – but for state-of-the-art education at New Westminster Schools... more
June 28, 2018
Coming up July 2: NWSS Summer Band Camp – Video Game Edition!
The NWSS Summer Band Camp is coming up July 2 - 20 - and the theme is Video Games! Make music and friends over the summer break... more
June 28, 2018
A big cheque making a big difference: After-school programming gets a generous boost…
A new pilot project supporting after-school programs is being launched in New Westminster Schools – thanks to a group of Burnaby-based retired educators... more