Learning Curve
Loving the Venture Challenge
Published on June 9, 2016by Karen A. Johnson
Career Programs
Sentinel Secondary School
On May 7th, I attended “YELL Canada’s 3rd Annual Venture Challenge” at the SFU Morris J Wosk Centre.
Tacking a course through adversity
Published on June 9, 2016Life has brought a full slate of changes for Sentinel Secondary’s Scott Bruce in the last decade or so. From a near-death experience to a new profession,
Read MoreJune: A time for new beginnings
Published on June 9, 2016As we close the 2015-2016 school year, I am reminded that while many will be returning to West Vancouver Schools in September,
Read MoreStart early for excellence
Published on June 9, 2016He may be on overdrive as he pursues his chosen career, but WVSS 2015 graduate John Guremel isn’t the kind of guy to cut corners.
Read MoreWork experience programs build skills, confidence
Published on June 7, 2016Akcinya Kootchin, a Grade 12 student at Rockridge Secondary in West Vancouver, has been part of the work experience program for 2 years now.
Read MoreWest Vancouver Schools will seek parent input on reporting
Published on June 7, 2016If the only constant is change, schools, parents and students will be in good company this fall, as the province moves to the next phase in a planned transition to the revised curriculum.
Read MoreThe gift of time
Published on June 2, 2016As the hub of a community, schools generate a great deal of volunteer activity, not only to support students and families,
Read MoreGuiding Discovery
Published on May 12, 2016Roland Samson is a special teacher, in part because he’s rewarded most when he does the least he can. That’s because independent discovery,
Read MoreJoin us to help launch the West Vancouver Place for Sport
Published on May 10, 2016A track and field project that will build a legacy for future generations…
Read MoreA Helping Hand
Published on May 10, 2016For Jillian Franks, helping out is a natural way to explore the world, connect with others and learn new skills.
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