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The New Westminster School District offers outstanding educational programs and services for international students. Our international students achieve academic success, greater understanding, friendship, and a variety of skills to succeed in the global world.

Daily Announcements

Students returning to Canada for the Fall 2020 semester should arrive no later than August 23rd to be able to complete the mandatory 14 day self-isolation. See the Covid 19 Arrival Guide for more information.

All returning students currently outside of Canada should now have received the booklet on Covid-19 Student Arrival Guide. If you have not received it please download from Forms and Documentation / Admissions.

For tips on keeping healthy during the current situation visit the post below for Frequently Asked Questions and advice.

Check out the April 2nd issue of the NWSS Student Press on Instagram @ndubstudentpress. News on upcoming school events, sports announcements, art events and showcases as well as local restaurant reviews.

Newcomers club meets every Monday at 11:30 in Room 160A. Practice your conversational skills and make new friends. Everyone is welcome!

Highlights at New Westminster School District 40

July 29th Return to School Update from Superintendent Hachlaf

Superintendent Karim Hachlaf has provided an update to parents regarding the Ministry of Education Return to School. (Click more to link to the information.) As well, the Ministry of Education Restart Plan is available for review. more

Covid-19 Student Arrival Guide

International students returning for fall, 2020 who are outside Canada and have a study permit issued before March 18th, 2020 as well as new students waiting for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regulation changes to allow travel to Canada for study permits issued after March 18th should have received the Covid-19 Student Arrival guide. (Click more to view or download the guide). more

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Updates

To manage the outbreak of Covid-19 and to protect Canadians, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is maintaining travel restrictions to Canada. Please note, International students who have a valid Study Permit issued before March 18th, 2020 are able to enter Canada. more

Absence Reporting: New Westminster Secondary School, 604-517-6391

Please call with student name and student number. For elementary and middle school students, please contact the school directly to advise of an absence.