The school opened in 1973 as D. W. Poppy Junior Secondary (grades 8 to 10), with the students remaining on shift at Langley Secondary for the first year. David Watkins was the first principal, holding that position for four years.
The school was established in 1973 as D. W. Poppy Junior Secondary (grades 8 to 10), with students continuing at Langley Secondary on a shift schedule during the initial year. David Watkins served as the first principal, holding that role for four years.