September 1, 2017
New New Westminster Secondary School completion date extended until spring 2020
The target completion date of the new NWSS has been extended to May 2020. “The three shortlisted design and construction teams are working hard to complete their submissions by November 2017,” said Pat Duncan, Superintendent... more
September 1, 2017
Enjoy Summer! Return to School Sept. 5
New Westminster Schools looks forward to welcoming students back to school on Tuesday, September 5 after a great summer break. We invite you to find out about school opening procedures.... more
June 28, 2017
The World in a Teacup: Learning turns a new leaf at Fraser River Middle School
Teacher Jenn Weisner wondered if there was a way to study chemistry, language arts, French, First Nations culture, and applied design - all in a cup of tea. She wanted to take on a project that almost every student could make a connection to - and tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world... more
June 27, 2017
A Great Accomplishment: Sigma Students Celebrate Graduation
Hotdogs, sunshine, a few life challenges - and graduation in Hume Park. They all go together if you're a Sigma grad. Throw in a watermelon eating contest, and the celebration is complete! About 30 students and their teachers from the Sigma program celebrated high school graduation last week... more
June 26, 2017
Climate Change Superheroes: École Lord Tweedsmuir Grade 4/5 class
They are officially superheroes! For four weeks, École Lord Tweedsmuir grade 4/5 students turned out lights, ate meatless meals, and contributed to an overall reduction in global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions... more
June 22, 2017
Talk to your kids about drugs: A message from the Provincial Health Officer
June 2017 - Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall has issued a letter strongly encouraging parents and guardians "to talk about substance use with the youth in your lives." Please read his advice on what you need to know to keep your kids safe in the current illegal drug overdose crisis in BC... more
