Vernon Secondary School values the unique attributes of each individual.
We seek to provide a secure environment in which learners strive to achieve
their personal best. We seek to enhance the attitudes, knowledge, and skills
of all students so that they may become lifelong learners and adaptable,
contributing, and responsible citizens.

VSS April 2013 Newsletter

As we begin Term 4, Grad 2013 and final exams loom over the horizon. Report Cards will be distributed on April 30 and as a school we are very pleased with the achievement of our students. More...

Posted 4/29/13

VLearn Summer Courses

Online Summer School 2013 Facts Sheet
Registration: Online at: www.vlearn.ca
Apply early as registrations will be closed when capacity for each course is reached.
Note: Not all students are suitable candidates for taking courses online. The self-directed, capable and motivated student who is comfortable using computers is most likely to be successful in the online environment.

FACE-TO-FACE SUMMER SCHOOL 2013 Facts Sheet
Registration: May 1st thru May 31st at The Open Door Education Centre, 2901-29th Street, Vernon BC
Monday to Thursday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Some courses may not be offered if there is insufficient enrolment. The final decisions regarding the offering of summer school courses will be determined by June 1st, 2013.

Posted 4/19/13

VSS March 2013 Newsletter

With only a few days until Spring Break, there is eager anticipation for much deserved 2 week break.  All students have now entered their course requests for next year as the timetabling process will begin after Easter. More...

Posted 3/14/13

Grad 2013 Newsletter

Graduation marks the transition of our young emerging adults from public school into
society. For this reason, this ceremony is also called commencement, or beginning. More...

Posted 2/22/13

UBC CampOUT
Welcome to CampOUT! An empowering summer camping experience for BC’s queer, trans and allied youth aged 14-21. An opportunity to make friends, access resources, engage in imaginative, critical, and innovative workshops as well as traditional camp activities like canoeing, campfires, and arts and crafts.

Posted 2/12/13

VSS January 2013 Newsletter

Happy New Year! We hope that everyone had a restful holiday season and enjoyed their time off with friends and family. Students are gearing up for the end of Semester 1 and final exams. In the newsletter you will find information about our final exam week. More...

Posted 1/23/13

VSS PAC NEWS

Join us for our January meeting on the Tuesday the 22nd @ 7 pm. 
 Follow the signs for the new meeting place

Tuesday, February 26 @ 7 pm.
Join us for Special Guest Speaker, Sandie Glinsbockel.

Sandie will be speaking on stress, anxiety and depression.  
She will also be answering questions from parents.  Beyond these subjects, Sandie can
answer questions about peer pressure, eating disorders and relationships.

HEALTH PROMOTING SCHOOLS NEWSLETTER November 2012

Posted 11/13/12

Global Action: Kenya 2014

Download a copy of the Kenya Trip Application HERE or contact Ms. Egan for more information. Application Deadline is November 14, 2012.

Euro-Trip 2014

Download a copy of the Euro-Trip Application click HERE.
Click HERE to download the intinerary.
Click HERE to download a copy of the PPT Supplement Info.

Posted 10/19/12

The Ministry of Children and Family Development would like to remind young people and their families that if they are feeling alone, sad, or having thoughts of suicide, help is available. More info...

Posted 10/15/12

Posted 10/09/12

2012-13 District School Calendar

Posted 4/26/12

ExamBank is a powerful resource for British Columbian students in all grades. Originally set up to help students prepare for their provincial exams, it has now been expanded to offer online study resources in academic subject areas for everyone! Contact the office to gain access.

If you have the pleasure of working with the type of student who never shies away from a challenge, loves getting bonus questions, and lives to Google and surf the net, then you'll definitely want to check out the Noggin Hoggin' Challenge! It starts Monday, November 21st, 2011. Students can register now for their free chance to win an 8 GB iPod Touch, a 4 GB iPod Shuffle, movie gift certificates, or a Noggin Hoggin' T-shirt.

Provincial Exam Bulletin

Provincial Examination Results and Transcripts Results may be viewed on the Student Secure Web (SSW): www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/tsw/tsw/student/

For more info click HERE.

Daily Physical Activity
Research and experience have shown that students who are active everyday are healthier and do better in school than youth who are inactive. That’s why the Province is requiring all students in Grades K-12 to participate in Daily Physical Activity (DPA) every day. The purpose of the attached form is to provide you with a tool to document how you have met the DPA requirements throughout the school year. More...

VSS AI Program
This Support Program will be required when all other class and school interventions to help a student succeed – have failed. More....
AI One Day Referral Form
AI Student Referral Form
AI Student Review Form

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