December 03, 2024
Argyle Pipers defender Ethan McKechnie battles a Burnaby North forward for control of the ball in the first half of the BC boys AAA high school soccer championship match, Saturday at Burnaby Lake Sports Complex. | Mario Bartel / Burnaby Now By Nick Laba,
North Shore News . After...
December 03, 2024
The Windsor Wolves defeated the Vernon Panthers 17-14 to win the B.C. AA High School Senior Varsity Football championship Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. BC School Sports screengrab By Brendan Shykora,
Today in BC . A second straight provincial title looked to be in the cards for the Vernon Senior Panthers...
December 03, 2024
The Windsor Wolves ran off nine straight wins to earns a spot in the provincial AA championship game Nov. 30 at BC Place. | Paul McGrath / North Shore News By Andy Prest,
North Shore News .
The Windsor Wolves will battle for a senior AA football provincial title...
November 25, 2024
Handsworth’s senior girls team shows off banners for the North Shore finals, Vancouver-Sea to Sky Zone, and provincial championship. | Courtesy of Jessica Bratty By Nick Laba,
North Shore News . The Handsworth Royals are continuing their reign over AAA senior girls field hockey in B.C. On Nov. 8, the...
November 25, 2024
Christine de Guzman is the winner of this year's Lions Gate Hospital Foundation Christmas card contest. Her winning entry is a stained-glass inspired piece of the North Shore featuring the Lions Gate Bridge and mountains. | Lions Gate Hospital Foundation By Abby Luciano,
North Shore News .
When...
November 25, 2024
The Superintendent's Report is available in
Microsoft Sway and text copy (below). Updates from the Superintendent, including the monthly Superintendent’s Report, are available for review in the
Superintendent’s Updates section of the website. A Message from the Superintendent Dear North Vancouver School District Community, Earlier this month, we honoured Veterans’ Week,...
November 21, 2024
Media Release Friday, November 15, 2024 (Vancouver, BC) — Artists for Kids announced today that esteemed artist Ian Wallace has been awarded the Order of the Owl , recognizing his significant contributions to contemporary art and his transformative impact on the Canadian cultural landscape. This prestigious accolade...
November 13, 2024
For immediate release
Gordon Smith Gallery Releases Five Limited Edition Prints in Inaugural Artists for Kids’ “2024 Fall Portfolio” Launch
November 6, 2024 (North Vancouver, BC) — On Thursday, November 7, 2024, the Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art is releasing five limited edition prints through an inaugural 2024...
November 06, 2024
Lynnmour Elementary Grade 5 students Ronin Edwards, Samson Ligett, Ashlyn Nott and Reuben Hankinson plant their ceramic poppies commemorating Remembrance Day. Under the guidance of teacher Paul Best, students and staff created 310 clay poppies that they will plant at the school this week. Paul McGrath / North Shore News...
November 04, 2024
On Friday, November 1, Sutherland Secondary celebrated Diwali through food, decorations, henna, and a photo booth where staff and students could pose wearing Indian dresses and jewellery. CBC News joined to document the celebration and share in a variety of ways. Featured on '
This week's most compelling Canadian images.' Highlighted during...
October 23, 2024
For Immediate Release October 23, 2024
Recent Carson Graham graduate awarded Canada’s largest STEM scholarship NORTH VANCOUVER - Cohen Cheetham has been selected to receive a $120,000 Schulich Leader Scholarship to study Science at the University of Victoria. A graduate of Carson Graham Secondary in North Vancouver, Cheetham chose to...
October 18, 2024
October 18, 2024
Dear Families, Halloween is a time of celebration for many in the community. Each year, we look forward to seeing students enjoy various Halloween activities.
The North Vancouver School District honours the diversity within the community. We want to ensure teaching and learning environments are places...
October 07, 2024
Events Kindergarten Information Session – October 7
Families of children who will enter Kindergarten in September 2025 (children born in 2020) are invited to learn more about the school district, Kindergarten and the registration process. The information session will take place on Monday, October 7, starting at 7 p.m., doors...
October 04, 2024
October 4, 2024
Dear North Vancouver School District Community, "Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself." – John Dewey. If you have been an avid reader of the Superintendent's Report, attended a Public Board Meeting, or caught up with me in person, you are likely already familiar...
September 25, 2024
By Sophia Smoke, Angelica Cooper,
CBC Kids News . Note: Joshua in Division 1 at Queensbury Elementary provided a question, you can hear him at the 10:45 minute mark.
Before Mi'kmaw Elder Dorene Bernard sat down to share her story about residential school with us, she had asked for one...
September 05, 2024
Welcome to the first monthly Events and Registrations for the 2024/25 school year. We look forward to sharing with you a variety of initiatives and opportunities open to families of the North Vancouver School District.
Events
Standing Committee Meeting – September 17
A Board of Education Standing Committee Meeting takes place on...
September 04, 2024
September 3, 2024 Dear Students, Parents, and Caregivers: As the new school year begins, I would like to extend a warm welcome back to all students, parents, and guardians across the province. The start of a new academic year is always an exciting time, filled with new opportunities for learning,...
September 03, 2024
September 3, 2024 Dear North Vancouver School District Community,
On behalf of the North Vancouver Board of Education and North Vancouver School District (NVSD), we warmly welcome you to the 2024/25 school year. NVSD is focused on providing a supportive and enriching environment where every student can thrive. Staff have...
August 28, 2024
August 28, 2024
Dear Families of Grade 11 and 12 Students, Re: Labour Day long weekend activities Next week marks the beginning of an exciting and pivotal school year for students in Grades 11 and 12. Staff across the district are eager to support students as they explore their passions...
August 22, 2024
August 22, 2024
Dear North Vancouver School District Community,
As
communicated in June 2024, the North Vancouver School District (NVSD) continues to embrace
technology to support learning, we recognize the importance of
maintaining a focused and safe learning environment for all students.
The importance of a focused and safe...
August 07, 2024
Families in North Vancouver will soon have 145 more student spaces as construction begins on an expansion to Lynn Valley Elementary school. “As more communities like North Vancouver experience population growth, our government is continuing to invest in building and expanding schools,” said Rachna Singh, Minister of Education and Child Care....
July 25, 2024
Breenie Jefferson makes waves on her way to picking up three medals in towed watersports at the 2024 BC Summer Games. | Rod Jones / BC Summer Games By Nick Laba,
North Shore News Summer might not be all fun, but it’s certainly games for a roster of fierce young athletes...
June 21, 2024
June 21, 2024 Dear North Vancouver School District Community,
As the North Vancouver School District (NVSD) continues to embrace technology to support learning, we recognize the importance of maintaining a focused and safe learning environment for all students. The importance of a focused and safe learning environment has been...
June 13, 2024
NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
2023ECC0045-000942
June 16, 2024
Ministry of Education and Child Care
(flickr.com) Families in North Vancouver will have 100 more student spaces, part of government’s plan to expand schools faster.
“As we welcome more students to fast-growing communities like North Vancouver, we are finding better solutions to deliver...
May 31, 2024
Henry Cheyne throws from the pitcher’s mound for the Coquitlam Reds. | Courtesy of Emma Gibbons By Nick Laba,
North Shore News .
Three local lads with dual citizenship will put their ballcaps on for Great Britain this summer. Cayden Allen, Henry Cheyne and Emmett Barry of North Vancouver will...
May 15, 2024
A student actors play the part of an accident victim during a mock crash scenario May 10 at North Vancouver’s Argyle Secondary. | Paul McGrath / North Shore News By Fatehmeh Falah,
North Shore News . Kassandra Kaulius was coming home from a softball game on May 3, 2011, when...
May 02, 2024
Public Input Opportunity Student Learning Survey – Feedback deadline of May 3
The Student Learning Survey (SLS), which is administered annually by the Ministry of Education and Child Care, is open to students in Grades 4, 7, 10 and 12, their families, and staff and administrators in B.C. public schools. The...
April 18, 2024
Patrice Mousseau helps students learn about Indigenous culture and business with a salve-making workshop April 12 at Sherwood Park Elementary. | Paul McGrath / North Shore News By Mina Kerr-Lazenby,
North Shore News A group of inspired Sherwood Park Elementary school students might just be the North Shore’s next generation...
April 08, 2024
April 6, 2024 Dear North Vancouver School District Community, As many of you will know, on Monday, April 8, 2024, a solar eclipse will occur when the Moon moves between the Sun and the Earth. In the Greater Vancouver region, this event will be a partial eclipse, expected to start around 10:40am...
April 04, 2024
Public Input Opportunity Student Learning Survey – Feedback deadline of May 3 The Student Learning Survey (SLS), which is administered annually by the Ministry of Education and Child Care, is open to students in Grades 4, 7, 10 and 12, their families, and staff and administrators in B.C. public schools. The...
April 02, 2024
Rhys Hoff of North Vancouver and Ryan Zeng of West Vancouver, both 10 years old, have been selected to play on Team BC for the Brick Invitational Hockey Tournament at West Edmonton Mall in July. | Courtesy of Mistelle Evans By Nick Laba,
North Shore News . Sliding across...
March 06, 2024
In the wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the North Vancouver School District continues to build an education system that is committed to offering opportunities for all learners to experience growth and success. That is why Argyle, Handsworth, Seycove, and Windsor will switch back to a linear school schedule, effective September...
February 29, 2024
Public Input Opportunity Student Learning Survey – Feedback deadline of May 3
The Student Learning Survey (SLS), which is administered annually by the Ministry of Education and Child Care, is open to students in Grades 4, 7, 10 and 12, their families, and staff and administrators in B.C. public schools. The...
February 20, 2024
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau answers questions from students at Sutherland Secondary in North Vancouver on Tuesday, Feb. 20. | Nick Laba / North Shore News By Nick Laba,
North Shore News . “What’s your favourite hockey team?” … “Who are three people that helped you succeed as a young...
February 02, 2024
Public Input Opportunities The community is invited to provide input and feedback in the areas highlighted below.
Proposed 2024/25 School Calendar – Feedback deadline of February 13
School district community members are invited to provide feedback on the proposed calendar for the 2024/25 school year.
Feedback will be collected...
February 01, 2024
North Vancouver’s Lukas Bennett stands atop the 2024 Freeride Junior World Championships podium alongside second-place finisher Tyler Blocker and third place Michael Wheatley. | Mia Maria Knoll/Freeride World Tour By Andy Prest,
North Shore News . North Vancouver skier Lukas Bennett is on top of the world after winning...
January 16, 2024
January 16, 2024 The North Vancouver Board of Education invites the community's feedback on the Proposed 2024/25 School Calendar.
Information about the development process for annual school calendars and a copy of the Proposed 2024/25 School Calendar can be found on the
School Calendar section of our website.
The...
January 12, 2024
Upcoming NVSD Public Input Opportunities The school district invites members of the community to share feedback regarding: The Proposed 2024/25 School Calendar. Comments will be accepted between January 16 and February 13, 2024. Budget Priorities for 2024/25. Comments will be accepted between February 1 and 29, 2024. More information about...
January 10, 2024
January 10, 2024 Dear North Vancouver School District Community, On behalf of the North Vancouver School District and Board of Education, I hope you enjoyed a restful Winter Break. As we look forward to the rest of the school year, we anticipate a busy and engaging time ahead for students,...
January 08, 2024
The following information bulletin was delivered to residents in the Cloverley neighbourhood on January 5, 2024.
...
January 02, 2024
Lisa Steacy,
CTV News .
A high school teacher from Metro Vancouver is among the referees calling the shots at this year's World Junior Hockey Championships. Mark Pearce teaches social studies at Argyle Secondary School in North Vancouver but he's spending the winter break far from his classroom – officiating...
December 29, 2023
North Vancouver skier Cameron Alexander is hoisted up by his teammates after a bronze medal finish in a World Cup ski event in Italy, Dec. 28, 2023. | Alpine Canada
Note: Cameron Alexander is a 2015 Handsworth Secondary alumnus.
By Brent Richter,
North Shore News . North Vancouver’s Cameron Alexander...
December 22, 2023
For the past month, a group of Grade 5 and 6 students at École Dorothy Lynas Elementary in North Vancouver, B.C., have been collecting community donations for youth experiencing homelessness. (Marta Orellana)
Note: You can also hear an interview with the students about this endeavour from a
segment on BBC...
December 21, 2023
The Superintendent's Report is available in
Microsoft Sway and text copy (below).
Updates from the Superintendent, including the monthly Superintendent’s Report, are available for review in the
Superintendent’s Updates section of the website.
A Message from the Superintendent Dear North Vancouver School District Community, December
in the public school system...
December 15, 2023
Members of the Handsworth cross-country running team celebrate a win in the senior girls AAA provincial championship race. | Drew Martin By Andy Prest,
North Shore News . A burst appendix did not burst the bubble for the Handsworth senior girls cross-country running team as they raced their way to...
December 07, 2023
Carson quarterback Liam Marshall has been named an AAA Provincial All-Star and offensive MVP. | Blair Shier By Nick Laba,
North Shore News. What was surely a disappointing end to a strong season for Carson Graham’s football team doesn’t come without silver linings. While the team suffered a 21-0 defeat...
December 07, 2023
Winter Break Schools will be closed for Winter Break (December 25, 2023 to January 5, 2024) and will re-open on Monday, January 8.
The Education Services Centre (2121 Lonsdale Avenue) will be closed to the public the week of December 25; however, it will reopen to the public on...