Non-Credit Short Courses (Grades 6-12) – New Westminster Schools

About summer learning non-credit courses

Courses are based on Ministry of Education and Child Care curricula. They are NOT for credit and will not appear on transcripts.
Build new skills and knowledge and get early exposure to upcoming middle and secondary school curricula.
All classes run in-person, Monday to Friday from July 3 until July 19, out of New Westminster Secondary School in the morning or afternoon. Morning classes run from 8:55 a.m. until 12:00 noon and the afternoon classes run from 12:30 p.m. until 3:05 p.m.
Classes are free for BC residents (not including nominal material fees where applicable). International students will be charged a course fee.
Classes may be cancelled if there is insufficient interest.
Unless otherwise noted, grade levels listed in courses reference the grade the student will enter in September 2024.
Daily attendance is mandatory. Students who miss two classes will be automatically withdrawn.

Registration closes on April 24, 2024.
Applicants will need a PEN number to register.
If you have questions or need help, please contact us.
International students: Register as an in-district or out-of-district student (depending on your status). As an international student, fees will apply per course.

Please note: Students are considered “in-district” if they are currently enrolled within the New Westminster Schools (SD40) system.

COURSE	DESCRIPTION	AVAILABILITY
Creative Writing 6-8	Develop a writing portfolio that showcases strategies and techniques practiced throughout the course. Develop tools for future creative pursuits, both inside and outside the classroom.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Linguistics and Grammar for Language Learners 8-10	This course teaches grammatical comprehension basics that will make learning languages easier.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
French Immersion Enrichment 6-8	Increase your familiarity with written and spoken French through stories, research, and debate.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Japanese Language and Culture 8-10	Learn some written and spoken Japanese and gain basic exposure to Japanese culture. Explore Japanese crafts, food, cultural practices, and pick up travel tips.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
English Language Learning (ELL) Levels 1 and 2 – Gr. 6-10	This course is designed to support beginner ELL students in improving their speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills. Students will be reading from a wide variety of introductory level reading passages to enhance their comprehension. Students will use basic grammatical concepts and implement them in writing.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.

COURSE	DESCRIPTION	AVAILABILITY
Beginner Guitar 8-12	Learn the basics of playing a guitar through group exercises and individual support. No previous musical experience necessary! Instruments supplied for in-class use.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Integrated Studies ELA and Moviemaking 7-9	Expand your language skills through film. Students will write, perform, shoot, and edit a film in this course.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Visual Arts 6-7	Explore personal, social, and environmental connections through mediums like sketching, painting, and sculpting. Note: $35 fee for materials.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.

COURSE	DESCRIPTION	AVAILABILITY
Introduction to Robotics 8-9	Play and work with robots! Become familiar with the software and hardware used in grade 9-12 tech and robotics courses. Material fees TBD.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Introduction to Web Development 9-10	Learn web design basics from software tools to copyright, fair use, security, and privacy. A full credit course is also available this year.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Literacy and Numeracy Skills 7-9	Build foundations for future success with focused work tailored to individual students on math and English skills, work habits, and motivation. Taught cooperatively by a mathematics teacher and English teacher.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Mathematics Skill Building 6-7	Preview grade 7 math if you’ve completed grade 6. Strengthen your skills if you’ve finished grade 7 and are going into grade 8. Grade 5 students with strong math performance may also apply.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m. 12:30 p.m. to 3:05 p.m.
Mathematics Skill Building 9	Preview grade 9 math if you’ve completed grade 8. Strengthen your skills if you’ve finished grade 9 and are going into grade 10.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Science Explorations 7-9	Hands-on introduction to scientific knowledge and lab techniques in a high school-level classroom. Note: $35 fee for materials	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.

COURSE	DESCRIPTION	AVAILABILITY
Basketball Skills 6-8	Intensive summer program to elevate your basketball skills while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Fitness Through Frisbee Sports 7-9	Develop fitness and life-long skills through ultimate frisbee and frisbee golf.	CANCELLED
Fitness Through Volleyball and Dance 6-8	Dynamic course that integrates fundamental skills of volleyball and dance. Course emphasizes physical literacy, teamwork, and creativity.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Foundations of Wellness Skills 8-10	Learn skills that will help you and others make good decisions, set and meet goals, build healthy boundaries and relationships, and resolve conflicts.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Introduction to Accounting, Investment, and Taxes 9-12	Learn essential financial life skills from budgeting to taxes to basic investing.	8:55 a.m. to 12 p.m.