Watson Lake Secondary

Welcome to the Home of the Bears

We respectfully acknowledge that we live, play and work on the traditional lands of the Kaska People and the Liard First Nation.

“Our ancestors were here a long time before us, and we will be here to pass on what we know to our children and our children’s children. We are Kaska, we are strong, and we will continue to survive and endure on this land which we call home.”

- Former WLSS Teacher, Linda McDonald


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Watson Lake Secondary School

A word from our Principal

At Watson Lake Secondary School, students, families, friends, and visitors are made to feel welcome and encouraged to be their authentic selves.

Welcome to Watson Lake Secondary School, located on the unceded traditional territory of the Liard First Nation and the Kaska Dena people. At Watson Lake Secondary School, students, families, friends, and visitors are made to feel welcome and are encouraged to be their authentic selves. Here, we value safety, respect, kindness, responsibility, communication and cooperation. We work together as a team, with students, families, and community members to nurture the growth and development of the whole child: academically, socially, emotionally, and culturally. Our goal is to create a positive school environment where all members of the school community can thrive within a framework of high standards and layers of support. Overall, we want students of Watson Lake Secondary School to feel empowered, prepared, and capable of contributing to their community, and walking the pathway of life with purpose and direction, knowing they are the centre of a strong circle of support.

Ryan Hewgill

Principal, Watson Lake Secondary School

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