International students gathered after hours for an impromptu evening at Mowat Bay to take in the “once in a lifetime” Northern Lights spectacle. It was incredible!

International Students gathered with their host families and local staff to celebrate their time together and say thank you. Students worked diligently in tandem with Culinary Arts students to prepare amazing cuisine from their home countries, while making informative boards and international decorations. It was an amazing evening of culture and diversity at Brooks!

Culinary Arts and International students teamed up to make an incredible feast for their host families on the International Fair Night!

Students shared their cultures and experiences with the entire Brooks student body in an incredibly diverse International Fair. 13 Countries were represented and over 400 students participated!

After a fun week, we all gathered for some great vibes on Willingdon Beach for some volleyball, pizza, and laughs.

All Brooks students assembled for a fun Star Wars themed assembly! Screengrabs taken by Justine! Hosted by International Teacher, Mr. Sytnick!

International Students went to the Marina, took a stroll on Marine Avenue, stopped by Rocky Mountain Bakery before going 5 Pin (uniquely Canadian) Bowling on a gorgeous BC day!

Students walked Townsite and took pictures of historical markers, starting a dialogue on the history of the town.

New students joined their peers and hike up Mount Valentine. It was a 45 minute uphill walk from Brooks. We were treated to gorgeous views of Westview, Townsite, Cranberry, and Wildwood.

Students walked through the historic Townsite District, and explored old architecture, the mills, the Patricia Theatre, Dwight Hall, the marketplace, and more!

New students went for a walk around the nature loop trails behind Brooks to orient themselves to the area.

We welcomed 12 new students to Brooks!

Students took a Spring Break Trip to explore the nearby Vancouver Island!

“The good old hockey game, is the best game you can name. And the best game you can name, is the good old hockey game!” (Stompin’ Tom) Students took back to the ice after their initial skating in February to play the national sport!

Students took a walk to explore the Historic Townsite District. They learned about the mill, company towns, historic buildings, architecture, and local history and lore.

Each new International Student gets to help create a simple biography with their peers!

Students celebrated Leap Day with a Frog-Themed, semi-formal school dance. The place was bumpin’!

Students took to the ice at the Recreation Complex and showed off their skating and hockey skills!

Visiting educational guests from China gave a cultural presentation to students that included questions and crafts!

Students to an overcast bus excursion around the town, to explore Willingdon Beach, Marine Avenue, Rocky Mountain Bakery, the Marina, Cranberry, Mowat Bay, Wildwood, and Townsite.