We are the newest secondary school in the Richmond School District, opening our doors in September 2003 with 300 students.  The school began with students in Grades 7 and 8 in the Fine Arts and Science Academies and the Incentive Outdoor School with Grade 8 to 10. A grade was added each year and we now have all Grade 8-12 courses and over 950 students. The Class of 2027 will be the 20^th  MacNeill graduating class.

The school was named after Allan Roy MacNeill, a distinguished educator. Mr. MacNeill, moved from Ontario to Vancouver in 1910, where he completed his schooling at U.B.C. and began his career in education in the Richmond School District. His first teaching position was in 1925 at Bridgeport School, moving on to Principal of Richmond High School in 1928. In 1959 he became Director of Secondary Instruction, where he remained until he retired in 1968. Mr. MacNeill played an integral part of the growth and changes in local education. He had an active interest in high school sports, and he was instrumental in making school facilities available for students’ extracurricular activities.

In the spirit of Mr. MacNeill’s dedication to involve students in all aspects of school, we at MacNeill encourage students to participate in the many opportunities available. The enthusiasm and interests you have should be developed to their maximum. Take advantage of your school and share something you enjoy with others. Get involved and help continue to make MacNeill a great place to learn!

POWER Matrix:

The MacNeill POWER matrix continues to form the foundation of our school community and stems from a Positive Behaviour Intervention and Support (PBIS) approach. POWER is an acronym that MacNeill staff, students and parents chose to define the school-wide expectations for student behavior in various settings. It helps staff and students be clear about what is expected. It provides a framework for instruction of positive, responsible, caring, cooperative, and respectful students who strive to do their best within the school and the community. 

P = Positive Attitude     We participate enthusiastically.
O = Ownership             We are accountable for our choices and actions.
W = We not Me             We are safe, empathetic and welcoming.
E = Excellence              We strive to do our best.
R = Respect                  We take care of ourselves, each other, and our environment.