The first high school students in Smithers attended classes in the Old Scott Hall.

It has traditionally done well in several areas such as track & field, music, and wrestling, often producing provincial and national champions.

The "Della Herman Theatre" is housed inside Smithers Secondary School and hosts theatrical, musical and dance events throughout the year.

It is also the classroom for the Theatre Department in SSS so the students have hands on experience with the stage and sets.

The Smithers Secondary School athletic teams go by the name "SSS Gryphons" and have been very successful for a small town since opening.