ANNOUNCEMENTS
October 2nd, 2017
The Senior Girls Volleyball team played in the Seaquam Pink Ribbon Tourney this weekend understaffed. Thanks to Libby Meldrum, Kate Lytle and Jenny Ellis-Whyte the team survived Friday night and won the consolation finals on Saturday. Gabby Araujo and Macy Meldrum had the most kills of the weekend and Libby lead the team with assists. Come support the team this Thursday night for the first home league game at 7:30 pm. Romina Pour Mina and Gabby Araujo were outstanding team leaders through out the whole tournament!
The Senior Football team moved to 3 and 1 with a last second touchdown pass from Ben Corbett to Ethan Johnston. The exciting win propels the team in to league play this Friday at home with a 2:00 pm start. See you there!
Congrats to the Senior Field Hockey team for finishing 2nd at the UBC tournament this past weekend. The girls had such an amazing 2.5 days of field hockey. They won the pool and played extremely well in the final match. Next up, the prestigious Bridgman Cup next weekend. Good luck girls!
Attention all Girls Rugby Players! There will be a meeting Tuesday at lunch in C331 for jersey sizing. New players welcome!
The Student Council would like to thank those brave runners who came out on Friday for the Terry Fox Run. Because of the rain the Council did not meet their fundraising goal to support Cancer Research but you can still help - donate today in front of the cafeteria at recess and lunch and get a prestigious Terry Fox tattoo!
Need a job? Come to the Career Resources Office today at lunch to hear about opportunities at White Spot.
There will be a Debate meeting after school today in W343. Come check it out if you are interested in building confidence and public speaking skills.
Me to We Club members there is a very important meeting on Tuesday at lunch in the computer lab, C231. If you want to be part of We Day this year, you must attend the meeting. See Miss Pirbhai if you have any questions.
WVSS will be forming a Gymnastics Team this year. If you are interested in high school gymnastics, there will be a mandatory meeting today in C236 at lunch. See you there gymnasts!
A reminder that you must purchase a parking pass to park in the student lot. Cars without stickers will be towed!
If you would like to write the practice SAT exam, registrations are now being accepted in the Main Office with Mrs. Madill. The cost is $20 and the exam takes place on Wednesday, October 11th. There are only a few spots still available!
The Highlander School Store is now open and ready for business. Come by at lunch or before school to check out our new t-shirts, sweatpants and tank tops.
Sept. 29th, 2017
The Senior Girls Volleyball team played their second exhibition match against Handsworth #2 in the province. They played with strong defense to WIN the second game! Cate Sykes lead the team with assists and contributed with 5 kills. Nicola Aspden and Macy Meldrum each had 6 kills. Romina Pour-Mina led the team in the back court. The team is at the Pink Ribbon tournament this weekend and on Tuesday, Oct. 2nd they play their first home game of the season at 7:30 pm. Come cheer on your Senior volleyball team!
The Terry Fox Run is today. Come to the track at 12;50 and make your donation. The run will start at 1:05 and will only take 10 minutes. Run or walk and then pick up your memento and check in to get a point for your house. Come out, fight against cancer and keep Terry's legacy going.
The West Van School District Honour Choirs are holding a Chipotle fundraiser today from 4 to 8. If you go, make sure to say you support the WVSD Honour Choirs as you are paying to help us fundraise for our trip to Europe.
Need a job? Come to the Career Resources Office on Monday, Oct. 2nd at lunch to hear about opportunities at White Spot.
Attention Gr. 12's: Today from 1-3 we will be hosting the Canadian University Event. 50 post secondary institutions from across Canada will be set up in the old gym. Come by and speak to their representatives.
The fabulous TED-Ed Club is meeting today in W346.
The Chart Club will be having a meeting in T104 at lunch today. Bring your friends because we we will talking about henna tattoos and other fun stuff.
Best Buddies meeting today at lunch in W243. Be there!
Helping Hands is meeting in C206. Come in and enjoy some Triscuits!
Japanese Language Club will be having their first meeting today at lunch in W152. Come learn Japanese with your fellow schoolmates!
Sports Club will not be meeting today at lunch due to the Terry Fox Run.
WVSS will be forming a Gymnastics Team this year. If you are interested in high school gymnastics, there will be a mandatory meeting on Monday in C236 at lunch. See you there gymnasts!
A reminder that you must purchase a parking pass to park in the student lot. Cars without stickers will be towed!
If you would like to write the practice SAT exam, registrations are now being accepted in the Main Office with Mrs. Madill. The cost is $20 and the exam takes place on Wednesday, October 11th.
Today is the last day to order West Van hoodies, t-shirts or sweats. Spirit Wear Order Forms can be found outside the front office and handed in to the office. Don’t miss out!
The Highlander School Store is now open and ready for business. Come by at lunch or before school to check out our new t-shirts, sweatpants and tank tops.
Volunteers are needed for Pumpkin Fest and Cross Country meets. Please sign up in the Careers Programs Office.
Sept. 28th, 2017
Congrats to the Juvenile Girls Volleyball team for their come-from-behind win against Windsor. After being down 2 sets to nothing the girls pushed the game to a fifth set where they started slowly, getting behind 6-0. They rallied and won 15-13 in the fifth. Go Highlanders!
Congrats to the Senior Field Hockey team on their win against the Sentinel Spartans yesterday. The girls start a 3-day tournament at UBC tonight. Good luck team!
Yesterday the Highlander Cross Country team was in action. Highlights included Megan Roxby`s victory in the Senior Girls race and the Senior Boys victory withe great races by Aidan, Alexander and Dom. Other strong runs were turned in by Mia Zurkovic, Jonathan Keyton, Lucas Robertson, Margot Warner and Nicholas Owen. Easy practice today after school.
Bantam Girls Volleyball defeated the Rockridge Ravens yesterday to win their season opener. Congratulations on a terrific start and great teamwork girls!
Student Council is organizing the Terry Fox Run this Friday at lunch. Joining in is easy. Bring a donation, meet in front of the main bleachers and run or walk the course. You can also make a donation and buy a raffle ticket in front of the cafeteria at lunch. Let's pitch in to support cancer research. Get ready to walk or run on Friday.
A reminder to all Fashion Industry 12 students that we have class at 3:20 pm today in C232. See you there!
The West Van School District Honour Choirs are holding a Chipotle fundraiser this Friday from 4 to 8. If you go, make sure to say you support the WVSD Honour Choirs as you are paying to help us fundraise for our trip to Europe.
Need a job? Come to the Career Resources Office on Monday, Oct. 2nd at lunch to hear about opportunities at White Spot.
Attention Gr. 12's: This Friday from 1-3 we will be hosting the Canadian University Event. 50 post secondary institutions from across Canada will be set up in the old gym. Come by and speak to representatives.
The fabulous TED-Ed Club is meeting tomorrow in W346.
Best Buddies meeting Friday at lunch in W243. Be there!
Board Games, Card Games & Puzzles Club is meeting today at lunch in W243.
ASL Club is meeting after school today. Anyone interested in fundraising please join us today.
A reminder that you must purchase a parking pass to park in the student lot. Cars without stickers will be towed!
If you would like to write the practice SAT exam, registrations are now being accepted in the Main Office with Mrs. Madill. The cost is $20 and the exam takes place on Wednesday, October 11th.
Tomorrow is the last day to order West Van hoodies, t-shirts or sweats. Spirit Wear Order Forms can be found outside the front office and handed in to the office. Don’t miss out!
The Highlander School Store is now open and ready for business. Come by at lunch or before school to check out our new t-shirts, sweatpants and tank tops.
Volunteers are needed for Pumpkin Fest and Cross Country meets. Please sign up in the Careers Programs Office.
Sept. 27th, 2017
Congrats to the Gr. 8 Boys Rugby team on their first game of the season against Carson Graham. Both teams scored 4 ties a piece with West Van's courtesy of Shayan Kermany, Bruce Jones and Braedon George. Practice is on the North Field today!
Senior Girls Volleyball team battled hard against STA last night. They won the side out percentages and the overall team points, losing narrowly in the 5th set by 2 points, delaying the next match by one hour. We will take them in league! Cate and Macy Meldrum had top assists. Shannon Bushe and Nicola Aspden lead the team in kills.
Senior Field Hockey take on rivals Sentinel Spartans today. Come down to Rutledge Field at 3:30 to cheer them on.
Student Council is organizing the Terry Fox Run this Friday at lunch. Joining in is easy. Bring a donation, meet in front of the main bleachers and run or walk the course. You can also make a donation and buy a raffle ticket in front of the cafeteria at lunch. Let's pitch in to support cancer research. Get ready to walk or run on Friday.
Theatre Company will meet today from 3-4:30 pm in the Drama Room for our next pre-production meeting.
A reminder to all Fashion Industry 12 students that we have class at 3:20 on Thursday in C232. See you there!
The West Van School District Honour Choirs are holding a Chipotle fundraiser this Friday from 4 to 8. If you go, make sure to say you support the WVSD Honour Choirs as you are paying to help us fundraise for our trip to Europe.
Need a job? Come to the Career Resources Office on Monday, Oct. 2nd at lunch to hear about opportunities at White Spot.
Attention Gr. 12's: This Friday from 1-3 we will be hosting the Canadian University Event. 50 post secondary institutions from across Canada will be set up in the old gym. Come by and speak to representatives.
The fabulous TED-Ed Club is meeting today in W346.
Best Buddies meeting Friday at lunch in W243. Be there!
The first Chick Chat meting will be today at lunch in C203 (Mr. Suderman's room).
Guitar Club is having a meeting in South Campus Rm 55 today at lunch. Bring a friend and come every Wednesday at lunch!
ASL Club Meeting in W348 next to the library today at lunch. Anyone that didn't sign up or didn't come the last time is still welcome. Learn ASL and help with fundraisers.
A reminder that you must purchase a parking pass to park in the student lot. Cars without stickers will be towed!
If you would like to write the practice SAT exam, registrations are now being accepted in the Main Office with Mrs. Madill. The cost is $20 and the exam takes place on Wednesday, October 11th.
This is your last chance to get West Van hoodies, t-shirts or sweats. Spirit Wear Order Forms can be found outside the front office and handed in to the office. Don’t miss out! The deadline to hand in forms is extended to this Friday. The school store will not be stocking spirit wear items.
Volunteers are needed for Pumpkin Fest and Cross Country meets. Please sign up in the Careers Programs Office.
Sept. 26th, 2017
Student Council is organizing the Terry Fox Run this Friday at lunch. Joining in is easy. Bring a donation, meet in front of the main bleachers and run or walk the course. You can also make a donation and buy a raffle ticket in front of the cafeteria at lunch. Let's pitch in to support cancer research. Get ready to walk or run on Friday.
Theatre Company will meet tomorrow, September 27th from 3-4:30 pm in the Drama Room for our next pre-production meeting.
Congratulations to the Junior Field Hockey team on their 6-0 win against Sentinel yesterday afternoon. Great job girls!
The Library will be closed at lunch today for an advisory rep meeting.
Attention Gr. 12's: This Friday from 1-3 we will be hosting the Canadian University Event. 50 post secondary institutions from across Canada will be set up in the old gym. Come by and speak to representatives.
Today is the first Spanish Club meeting in W154.
There is a WE Meeting in C231 today at lunch.
The Multicultural Club is having a meeting in C336 today at lunch. Hope to see you there!
ASL Club Meeting in W348 next to the library tomorrow at lunch. Anyone that didn't sign up or didn't come the last time is still welcome. Learn ASL and help with fundraisers.
The Aeronautics Club is meeting at lunch in C301 today.
A reminder that you must purchase a parking pass to park in the student lot. Cars without stickers will be towed!
If you would like to write the practice SAT exam, registrations are now being accepted in the Main Office with Mrs. Madill. The cost is $20 and the exam takes place on Wednesday, October 11th.
Are you new to WVSS? An international student or Gr. 8? Now is your chance to get West Van hoodies, t-shirts or sweats. Spirit Wear Order Forms can be found outside the front office and handed in to the office. Don’t miss out! Due to the Pro-D day tomorrow, the deadline to hand in forms is extended to this Friday. The school store will not be stocking spirit wear items.
Volunteers are needed for Pumpkin Fest and Cross Country meets. Please sign up in the Careers Programs Office.