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December 10, 2018
Answering the call to conserve energy
New Westminster Schools is responding to the call by FortisBC to reduce the use of natural gas as BC faces ongoing supply challenges... more
December 5, 2018
Let the season begin! A special guest at École Herbert Spencer
A special grouchy guest showed up at École Herbert Spencer as students, families and the community shared the launch of the winter season with... more
December 4, 2018
Severe Weather Procedures
In preparation for the possibility of severe weather conditions, we remind parents/guardians that all schools in the New Westminster School District will remain OPEN, if at all possible, during inclement weather, including snowfalls... more
November 24, 2018
Digital innovation in education: Celebrating a new partnership
More than two dozen principals from twelve schools took up the invitation to discover the link between technology and art at the Anvil Centre's New Media Gallery and Learning Lab... more
November 22, 2018
New school for Richard McBride: We want to hear from you!
The public is welcome to share ideas and aspirations for a new Richard McBride Elementary School at an upcoming community consultation on Wednesday, December 5.... more
November 22, 2018
Best Buddies: There’s a Place for Everyone at NWSS
At NWSS, there's a place for everyone, thanks to the school's Best Buddies Club - and a national Shaw Grant of $5,000, awarded to 10 schools in Canada with ideas that best encourage empathy, respect and... more