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.