Grade 7 into 8 Transition Information and Important Dates

Transition information for Parents of Grade 7 students who will be or are interested in attending Handsworth in the 2020 - 2021 school year is available under the 'Programs and Services' page click HERE.

Grade 7 into 8 Transition Information and Important Dates

Novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

The following is information provided by the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Education:

Novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

February 7, 2020

The Provincial Health Officer has written a letter to parents and guardians within the school system. Please read this letter here:

Letter to Parents_Feb 7.pdf

Vancouver Coastal Health has also provided a letter for parents/guardians. Please read this letter here:

nCoV Parents-Guardians Letter Feb 7 2020.pdf

Architects of Love Tickets ON SALE starting Feb 14

NEW THIS YEAR ! Centennial Theatre will be selling ALL our tickets. Handsworth will not sell or provide any tickets this year. All seats are general seating. Profits from ticket sales will support the purchase of upgraded theatre equipment for the new Handsworth Secondary Schoo l. Click on this title to contact the Centennial Theatre Box Office to buy & pick-up your tickets .

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Academies Registration Now Open

The NVSD will be accepting applications until Feb. 24 from students wishing to apply to our academy programs.

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GRAD 2021 Performing Arts Trip to New York City!

TRIP: New York City: March 11-18, 2021
WHO: Open to Theatre and Dance Students in 2020-2021 Grad Year
SIZE: 25-40 Students
DUE: Monday, March 2, 2020 (to a Theatre or Dance teacher)
Click on this title for trip details!

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Senior Girls Basketball bring home the 1st SEA-to-SKY Banner!

Congratulations! FIRST Vancouver SEA-to-SKY CHAMPS after defeating John Oliver 72-53! Samantha M - 1st Team All Star & Francesca R – Tournament MVP. The Seniors are off to Provincials - GO ROYALS!

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Welcome to Handsworth Secondary School

Mission Statement

Handsworth's mission is to maximize the potential of all students' human endeavours intellectual, cultural, social, aesthetic, creative, and physical. We encourage students to understand the relevance of their education within a larger social and global context. We believe in developing self-esteem, emotional well-being, a respect for others, a desire for life-long learning, and a strong career awareness in a climate that promotes responsible learning.

The Handsworth community develops empowered, innovative and compassionate learners who serve and lead with curiosity and integrity.

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One Final Farewell: Argyle Gym to shut down after years of memories

February 13, 2020

February 13, 2020 By Nick Bondi, BC Sports Hub
Photo courtesy of Sue...

The Squamish giants among us

February 10, 2020

by Keili Bartlett, Squamish Chief
Not far from Paradise Valley...

Superintendent's Report - Parents - Feb. 7, 2020

February 07, 2020

To: Parents/Guardians From: Mark Pearmain, Superintendent, North Vancouver School District...

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5-6-7-8

18 Feb 2020

All Day

5-6-7-8

Feb 18, 2020

All Day
Course Programming Sheets DUE

18 Feb 2020

All Day

Course Programming Sheets DUE

Feb 18, 2020

All Day

Handsworth Main Office

Last week to submit Course Programming Selection sheets to the main office.
2-3-Flex-1-4

19 Feb 2020

All Day

2-3-Flex-1-4

Feb 19, 2020

All Day
Royal Flex Day

19 Feb 2020

10:40 AM- 11:55 AM

Royal Flex Day

Feb 19, 2020

10:40 AM - 11:55 AM
6-7-5-8

20 Feb 2020

All Day

6-7-5-8

Feb 20, 2020

All Day
3-1-2-4

21 Feb 2020

All Day

3-1-2-4

Feb 21, 2020

All Day
Course Programming Sheets DUE

21 Feb 2020

All Day

Course Programming Sheets DUE

Feb 21, 2020

All Day

Handsworth Main Office

Course Programming Sheets due for all Handsworth students currently in grades 8, 9, 10 and 11.
7-5-6-8

24 Feb 2020

All Day

7-5-6-8

Feb 24, 2020

All Day

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Academy application period closes

24 Feb 2020

5:00 PM- 6:00 PM

Academy application period closes

Feb 24, 2020

05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Today is the last day for students to enrol in an academy. Information is available here:https://www.sd44.ca/ProgramsServices/Academies/Pages/default.aspx#/=
Board of Education - Public Board Meeting

25 Feb 2020

6:30 PM- 9:00 PM

Board of Education - Public Board Meeting

Feb 25, 2020

06:30 PM - 09:00 PM

Education Services Centre, 2121 Lonsdale Ave. Mountain View Room
Pink Shirt Day

26 Feb 2020

All Day

Pink Shirt Day

Feb 26, 2020

All Day
NVPAC meeting

26 Feb 2020

7:00 PM- 9:00 PM

NVPAC meeting

Feb 26, 2020

07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

5th floor (Mountainview Room) at the ESC
Deadline for priority placement consideration for Grade 1 – Grade 12, New Registrations and Transfer Requests.

28 Feb 2020

8:30 AM- 4:30 PM

Deadline for priority placement consideration for Grade 1 – Grade 12, New Registrations and Transfer Requests.

Feb 28, 2020

08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

2121 Lonsdale Ave, 2nd floor

Deadline for priority placement consideration for Grade 1 – Grade 12, New Registrations and Transfer Requests. Please note: Central Registration office closes at 4:30 p.m.