Our high school, New Westminster Secondary School (NWSS), is proud to offer clubs and activities that speak to a wide range of interests – from the Dance or Physics clubs to the wide range of clubs to support local non-profits and charities, there’s sure to be something that will get you excited and engaged. These clubs change year to year, based on the interests of students and staff. Below is a list of some of the most recent clubs that you or your child may be interested in.
| Club Name | Sponsor | When | Where | Description |
| Art Club | Ms. Le Blanc | Weds @ Lunch | Room 1003 | The Art Club hopes to help students through a shared interest in visual art. |
| Badminton Club | Mrs. Truong & Mr. Kozak | Fridays @ 6:45AM | Gym | NWSS Badminton Club provides the opportunity to all students who enjoy badminton and want to practice and learn more. |
| BC Children’s Hospital Club | Mr. Meville | Thurs @ Lunch | Room 3026 | The BCCHC fundraises for BC Childrens Hospital. |
| BCSPCA Club | Ms. Le Blanc | Mon @ Lunch | Room 1003 | BCSPA Club is dedicated to protect and enhance the well-being of animals through fundraisers. |
| Best Buddies Club | Ms. Goodchild & Ms Negrin |
Wed @ Lunch | Rm 1009 | Best Buddies looks to create friendships, organize activities and provide mentorship opportunities with general and inclusive ed students. |
| Business Club | Mr. Lam | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 3018 | The Business Club operates a studentrun-store, has investment lessons, case competitions, and other business related activities. |
| Canadian Cancer Society | Mr. Saville | Tues @ Lunch | Room 2006 | NWSS Cancer Society Club looks to create education about cancer and hold fundraisers to raise money for hospitals and charities. |
| Case By Case | Ms. Jurgensen | Tues @ Lunch | Rm 2010 | This club looks at FBI cases and discusses the forensics and procedures used to solve real cases. |
| Chess Club | Mr. Buttar | Weds @ Lunch | Room 3015 | The Chess Club creates a safe space for students to better their chess skills. All levels welcome. |
| Coding Club | Mr. Liem | Mon @ Lunch | Room 3020 | The Coding Club is a space for students of any coding experience to work together on projects, learn new skills, and participate in challenges. |
| Create Change | Mr. Mills | Weds @ Lunch | Room 2002 | Create Change Club empowers young women and their education in Ghana. |
| Dance Club | Ms. Alandi | Last Fri of month 4-5:30PM |
Dance Studio | Dance Club is an afterschool program where dancers of all skill levels learn dance choreography. |
| Debate Club | Mr. Mills | Tues @ Lunch | Room 2002 | The Debate Club looks to represent NWSS at provincal, regional, and national highschool debate tournaments. |
| Economics Club | Ms. Coté | Fri @ Lunch | Rm 3004 | Economics Club looks to teach students about economics and see the world through an economist’s perspective. |
| Engineering Club | Mr. Pontier | Wed @ 3:40PM | Rm 1012 | The Engineering Club gives space to future engineers and architects to create and design their own projects. |
| Environment Club | Ms. De La Rosa | Tues @ Lunch | Room 3010 | The Environment Club provides opportunities for student to learn about, discuss and explore solutions to environmental issues. |
| E-Sports Club | Mr Bailey | Weds @ Lunch | Rm 3015 | Members of the E-Sports Club compete in video game tournaments. |
| Faith and Heart | Mr. Ng | Fri @ Lunch | Rm 2008 | Open to all students interested in growing with others in their faith. |
| French Peer Tutoring |
Mr. Lavrencic | Tues @ Lunch | Room 3003 | A safe place for students to get support with French and explore Franophone culture. |
| Good Guys | Ms. S. Lee | Every other Tues @ Lunch | Rm 1016 | The Good Guys look to address homelessness and food insecurity by raising money for the less fortunate. |
| Grad Committee | Mr. Hodson & Mrs. Goodchild | Wed @ Lunch | LIBRARY | The Grad Committee organizes and promotes graduation activities. |
| Hardware 101 | Mr. Liem | Wed @ Lunch | Rm 3020 | Hardware 101 discusses the principles of technology including computer hardware. |
| Hearts in Action | Ms. Wang | Tues @ Lunch | Room 2008 | This club raises awareness for cardiovasular diseases and fundraises for the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada. |
| Helping Hearts | Mr. Mills | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 2002 | Helping Hearts looks to unite youth with fundraisers and events such as food drives. |
| Honour Society | Ms. Khakaria | Mon @ Lunch | Rm 3010 | The Honour Society fundraises for girls’ education in Kenya and Tanzania. |
| Indigenous Events Committee | Ms. Johnston | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 3001 | The Indigenous Events Committee raises awareness of Indigenous issues by hosting guest speakers and events for the school community. |
| Interact Club | Ms. S. Lee | Fri @ Lunch | Rm 1016 | Interact Club brings student together to develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self. |
| Japan Club | Rivera-sensei | Weds @ Lunch | Rm 2004 | Japan Club promotes Japanese culture through activities and events. |
| Jewelry Club | Mr. D. Lee | Tues @ Lunch | Rm 1004 | The Jewelry Club allows those interested in hand-crafting to make their own creations. |
| Karaoke Club | Ms. Sinclair | Wed @ Lunch | Rm 2003 | The Karaoke Club is a spot for students to sing and socialize. |
| Lend A Hand | Mr. Chafe | Mon @ Lunch | Rm 3017 | Lend-a-Hand Club participates in volunteer community involvement and experiences. |
| Library Club | Ms. Woo. Ms. Chang & Ms. Wethered | Library | The Library Club provides volunteer opportunities for students to help maintain the library. | |
| Magic: The Gathering | Mr. Greenway | Fri @ Lunch | Rm 2012 | Members learn to play this game of fantasy, collection and strategy. |
| Marine Environmental Club | Ms. Shen & Mr. Ho | Fri @ Lunch | Rm 3024 | Marine Environmental Club aims to enhance students’ understanding of marine ecology and ocean conservation. |
| Math | Mr. Woo | Tues @ 4PM | Rm 3012 | The Math Club allows you to practice your skills and participate in math competitions. |
| Math Peer Tutoring | Mr. Kerkhoven | Tues @ Lunch | Rm 2017 | Math Peer Tutoring Club provides a space for students to receive help in math. |
| Medical Society Club | Ms. Roik | Mon @ Lunch | Rm 2008 | Medical Society aims to help students interested in medicine and healthcare professions by providing opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. |
| Model United Nations | Mr. Ballin | Fri @ Lunch | Rm 2014 | Model UN aims to help students understand global issues and develop critical-thinking. |
| Monkey Rebel | Ms. Jurgensen | Weds @ Lunch | Rm 2010 | A group that aims to solve problems with creativity and action. |
| Patrons of Ambition |
Mr. Greenway |
Weds @Lunch |
Rm 2012 |
This group fundraises money for school supplies for those in need. |
| Peer Tutoring | Ms. Johnston | Tues/Fri @ 2:30 | Rm 3001 | Peer Tutoring serves to make a safe space for students to seek academic support from their peers. |
| Pep Band | Mr. Clements | Weds @ Lunch | Music Room | Pep band plays at school events. |
| Philosophy Club | Mr. Chafe | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 3017 | The Philosophy & Politics Club strives to create a community of inquirers and critical thinkers. |
| Physics | Ms Hristova | Weds @ 4PM | Rm 2010 | Physics Club looks to attract more people to physics. |
| Public Speaking 101 | Ms. Hansen | Weds @ Lunch | Rm 2012 | Public Speaking 101 aims to empower students to become confident and effective public speakers. |
| Punjabi Students Association | Ms. Dadwal | Mon @ Lunch | Rm 3027 | Punjabi Club promotes Punjabi culture, language, and heritage. |
| Red Cross | Ms. Wang | Mon @ Lunch | Rm 2008 | The Red Cross club raises awareness about health and medical issues while fundraising for the Red Cross. |
| Roots | Ms. De Sousa | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 3019 | Roots seeks to make everyone feel welcome and have their voices be heard. |
| Science Challengers | Mr. Woo | Fri @ 3:40PM | Rm 3012 | Science Challengers prepares students for science competitions. |
| Science Ninjas | Mr. Lamasan & Ms Wang | Wed @ 4PM | Rm 2010 | Science Ninjas is a science demonstration group that provides “hands-on” experiences for students. |
| SOGI | Ms. De La Rosa | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 2038 | SOGI provides a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth and their allies |
| Soccer Club | Mr. Mcgowan | Fri @ Lunch | Gym | Soccer Club looks to bring students together to enjoy playing soccer. |
| Stained Glass Club | Lee/ Racine / Chow | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 1004 | The Stained Glass Club allows students to learn the techniques to make stained glass artwork. |
| STEM | Ms. Wang | Every other Fri @ Lunch | Rm 2008 | Wo-Men in S.T.E.M.looks to support students interested in S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). |
| Student Voice | Mr. Pattern (VP) & Ms. Quan (P) | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 2016 | Student Voice advocates for students and provides feedback to staff and admin. |
| Trivia and Board Games | Rivera-sensei | Tues @ Lunch | Rm 2004 | Trivia & Board Game Club wants to make meaningful memories and represent NWSS at trivia events. |
| Weightlifing | Mr. Nakashima | Mon-Thurs @ Lunch | Weight Room | The Weightlifting Club provides the opportunity and space for students to train at lunch. |
| Women’s Shelter and Rights | Ms. Hansen | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 2012 | The WSRC raises awareness of women’s issues and supports local women by donating to Monarch House, a local women’s shelter. |
| Unicef | Ms. Brine | Thurs @ Lunch | Rm 2016 | The UNICEF Club raises awareness and funds for UNICEF Canada. |