Peace River North School District 60 (PRNSD60) - North Peace Secondary School

Peace River North School District 60 international students benefit from flexible and fully developed programs taught by British Columbia government certified teachers in modern, well-equipped schools. Their small communities and institutions have an excellent staff/student ratio and provide a supportive study environment. The District offers a “home away from home” for students, who may choose to stay with carefully screened and monitored homestay families. Modern school facilities, a variety of course offerings, high academic standards, enjoyable cultural destinations, and the safety of the communities provide an ideal venue for international study. North Peace Secondary School includes a main campus that serves Grade 10-12 learners. NPSS serves a population that is varied in socio-economic demographics. Diverse courses and programs are offered to help learners obtain abilities using applied design, skills, and technology with a deeper connection to real-world practice to meet their life goals. Their educational development will be focused on evolving their personal responsibility in the world to contribute to society in meaningful and productive ways. Why North Peace Secondary School? Facilities: North Peace is a beautiful, two-storey structure which, with its open and naturally lit upper floor hallways, resembles the modern mall-type of setting. NPSS is a modern facility in every respect offering a full automotive program, construction program, and welding and metal fabrication program. With regards to technology, NPSS has over 200 computers with up-to-date, industry-standard software, and over 350 Chrome Books laptops that students can use during classes. Course variety: North Peace has a large population of students who partake in Work Experience, Apprenticeship, or Dual Credit Programs. Annually, within the Arts Programs, the school presents a major musical that involves over 100 students and staff and showcases the students’ many talents. Athletics: The objective of extracurricular athletics at North Peace is to foster a healthy appreciation for competitive sport, individuals and team. Specifically, the program aims for the pursuit of excellence in the areas of accountability, integrity, and respect while fostering a healthy appreciation for sportsmanship, competition, and skill development