Besides scholastic programs, CHSS offers extracurricular sports and opportunities for students to become involved with their community.

The school is named after Charles Melville Hays, president of the Grand Trunk Railway and founder of Prince Rupert.

After Cronck's retirement, vice-principal Sandra Jones took over the role until she became superintendent.

Sheila Wells, the former principal of the now-closed Prince Rupert Secondary School, held the position of principal for two years until 2013, when she was succeeded by Sandy Pond, and was later succeeded by Carla Rourke.

CHSS's School District, 52, mission statement is to "Ensure each student successfully completes their educational program with a sense of hope, purpose and control.