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Heritage Woods Secondary School

School District No. 43 (Coquitlam)

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Emergency Release Day - Thursday, May 14, 2026

SD43 is planning an EMERGENCY RELEASE DAY, are you #SD43Ready?

Emergency Release Day - Thursday, May 14, 2026

Date: THURSDAY, MAY 14 at 2:00pm

This event is district-wide and occurs close to the majority of regular dismissal times to facilitate planning and preparation for district families to make suitable arrangements.

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In the event of a major emergency, it may become necessary to release students from school before the regularly scheduled time. A successful emergency release protocol requires preparation now, including a 'practice run' to help ensure a smooth procedure should such a release become necessary.

Welcome to Heritage Woods Secondary

Heritage Woods is a comprehensive secondary school serving 1400 students in grades 9-12. Nestled in an urban forest setting in Port Moody, all classrooms have access to natural light The school also boasts a 325 seat professional theatre and a full sports complex including a rubberized track and synthetic field. Technological advancements include an updated wireless network. At HWSS we take great pride in welcoming the community into our building and teaching our students the importance of giving back. The Heritage Woods Secondary Logo was created by Coast Salish artist, Xwalacktun (aka Rick Harry) who is of Squamish and Kwakwak'wakw ancestry.
Are we ready SD43? May 14th is Emergency Release Day.

SD43 is holding a district-wide Emergency Release Day on Thursday, May 14th. This practice helps us prepare for emergencies where students may be released early.

Detailed information specific to your school's emergency release plan will be provided in the coming weeks from your administrator.

Click "Read More" and complete and return the Student Emergency Release Form to the office.

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