Departments
 | Visit the NVSS Library |  |
Open at Lunch Times
Use the Destiny Library System to search for a book or stop in and speak to the library staff to find what you are looking for.
~New Graphic Novels and Manga are now available, come check them out on Destiny Discover!~
Applied Skills Home Economics, Woodwork, Metalwork, Mechanics | English & Literacy First Peoples Literary , Language Arts | |
The Applied Skills programs provide technical
| Students are guided to develop strong communication skills, an understanding and appreciation of language and literature, and to become literate and responsible citizens in a digital age. Students are encouraged to think critically, creatively, and reflectively; to construct a sense of personal and cultural identity; and to be respectful of a range of perspectives and worldviews. | |
Fine Arts Drama/Acting, Art, Music, Dance, Visual Arts/Photography, Yearbook | Science Natural Sciences, Computer Science, Robotics | |
The NVSS Fine Arts program meets the needs of both the student who is seriously interested in the world of the Arts and related career professions, as well as those of the student who is interested in exploring aspects of artistic expression for personal enrichment and enjoyment. Students will be expected to develop the life skills of communication, cooperation, and collaboration. | Students are encouraged to use critical thinking,
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Physical Education & Athletics Mindful Living, Active Living, Fitness & Conditioning, Athletics | Mathematics Workplace Math, Foundations of Math and Pre-Calculus, Calculus | |
Daily participation in different types of Lifelong participation in physical activity has
| The NVSS Math program aims to improve students' numeracy by encouraging students to investigate to real-life situations, building deep understanding of the mathematical concepts presented and asking questions to make connections to other disciplines. The Grade 10 Numeracy Assessment is a provincial assessment that assesses student proficiency in numeracy. It is a graduation requirement and students take the assessment in their Grade 10 year. | |
Second Languages French, Spanish, Japanese, Carrier | Social Studies Law, Psychology, BC First Peoples | |
| Starting in grade 9, second languages become electives. If you plan to go to university after high school, it is recommended that you take a second language. | All students must take a Grade 11 or 12 Social Studies course in order to graduate. Students can take a Grade 12 Social Studies course while they are in Grade 11. | |
Special Education Learning Assistance, Thrive, Bridges, Valhalla | Student Services Academic Advisors, Career Prep, Planning, Tutoring | |
| NVSS offers a variety of different programs to meet the needs of all learners, including junior and senior alternate education as well as learning assistance in mainstream courses. | The Academic Advisors handle course registrations, course selections, and course transfers, as well as arrange and conduct meetings with parents and students. | |
