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Howe Sound Secondary School-SD48 (Sea to Sky)

Proudly located on the the traditional territory of the Squamish Nation, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw.

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Howe Sound Secondary School-SD48 (Sea to Sky)

Proudly located on the the traditional territory of the Squamish Nation, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw.

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Recognizing Pride Month - June 2025 Featured Photo

Recognizing Pride Month - June 2025

This June, we recognize Pride Month as a time to reflect on the importance of inclusion, respect, and equity for the LGBTQIA2S+ community. At Sea to Sky School District, we are committed to making our schools welcoming and safe for everyone—students, staff, and families—regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Creating environments where all individuals feel seen, supported, and able to thrive is part of who we are. To learn more about how we approach SOGI-inclusive education, we invite parents and caregivers to explore our SOGI FAQs by clicking the headline of this news story.
National Indigenous History Month - June 2025 Featured Photo

National Indigenous History Month - June 2025

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada. The Sea to Sky School District joins the nation in honouring Indigenous communities' history, achievements, and resilience. Throughout June, we encourage students, staff, and the broader community to engage with Indigenous stories, traditions and cultures to gain a deeper understanding of First Nations, Inuit and Metis experiences. For more information and resources, visit National Indigenous History Month.
Indigenous Youth Leadership Gathering 2025 Featured Photo

Indigenous Youth Leadership Gathering 2025

On Thursday, May 22, students, staff, families, and elders gathered at Totem Hall on the unceded territory of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw for the year-end Indigenous Youth Leadership Gathering. The day featured vibrant singing and dancing, as well as engaging workshops, as part of a celebration of the leadership, culture, and dedication of Indigenous youth across the district. Check out photos from the event by clicking on the headline of the story.
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Principal's Message

 
Welcome to Howe Sound Secondary. We are a vibrant school community learning together on the ancestral and unceded territory of the Skwxwú7mesh nation. At our school we believe that diversity is a strength and inclusion is a right and we strive to create a safe and inclusive environment where all students feel they belong. Our goal as a school is to ensure that all of our students graduate with dignity, purpose and options.

We have a great diversity of programs at HSS. We offer students the opportunity to graduate with a Double Dogwood diploma in French Immersion. We also offer dual-credit courses in partnership with Kwantlen Polytechnic University (Level 1 Carpentry & Electrical) and Vancouver Community College (Professional Cook 1). Our art programs, both visual and performing, provide students with an opportunity to be creative and our athletics teams have had great success against some very competitive schools. Our Outdoor Education program is an opportunity for students to experience new adventures outdoors, learn new skills, and discover their individual strengths. We also engage with community partners to provide learning experiences within the community such as our school farm which also supports our Farm and Community Leadership program.

We are committed to providing a safe, high-quality learning experience focused on the individual needs of each student. We strive to empower our students to become creative problem-solvers, critical and innovative thinkers, and inspired learners ready to thrive in their post-secondary endeavours. 
 
Continued parent engagement is critical through the grad program years and we encourage parents to actively communicate with staff, attend school functions and learning opportunities as well as attend Parent Advisory Council (PAC) meetings when possible. Be sure to check our website for meeting details.
 
As your school principal, I feel privileged to walk alongside your child during their time at HSS. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me via email - [email protected]
 
Sincerely,
 
Ms. Erin Boisvert,
Principal
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