Kindergarten First Rider Program
Posted May 15, 2019
If your child is starting Kindergarten in September and is eligible for transportation, join Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) on June 5, 2019. The First Rider Program introduces new riders to the school bus and teaches them how to be a safe and responsible rider. Families will learn how to board, ride, and […]
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2019-20 School Year Calendar is now available
Posted May 14, 2019
The 2019-20 School Year Calendar is now available. Important dates to note: First day of school – Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Winter holidays – December 23, 2019 to January 3, 2020 March break – March 16 to 20, 2020 Last day of school for elementary students – Thursday, June 25, 2020 Our Calendars and Important Dates webpage […]
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Celebrating Support Staff Appreciation Day
Posted May 8, 2019
Today, we celebrate the skills, commitment and dedication of our support staff in delivering services that contribute to our students’ success and achievements. May 8th marks Support Staff Appreciation Day. We are thankful for our support staff for the important roles they play every day in our schools and for all the work they do […]
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WANTED: Performers for #WeSingOCanada
Posted May 1, 2019
It’s time to thaw out from the cold, warm up those vocal cords (or fingers), and show off your Canadian spirit. We are in search of incredible WRDSB talent to help us kick-off a variety of events on the “right note” – and we want you to be the star. We are looking for performances […]
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A Message Regarding the Attack in San Diego
Posted April 29, 2019
Over the weekend, the world experienced yet another act of violence. On Saturday, April 27, one person was killed and at least three others were wounded as a result of a terrorist attack at a Synagogue near San Diego, California. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the victims, their families, and their loved ones, […]
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WRDSB flags at half-mast this weekend for National Day of Mourning
Posted April 26, 2019
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will be joining other Ontario government establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast this weekend to mark National Day of Mourning, which takes place annually on April 28. This day is dedicated to remembering the of thousands of workers who have been […]
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EXTENDED: Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for new members
Posted April 25, 2019
We have extended the deadline for applications to Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for new members. They invite parents/guardians of students currently enrolled in one of our schools to apply. The fundamental fact is that parents + engagement = student success. Your involvement with PIC can help us optimize […]
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Step into spring on April 25 for Spring Walk to School Day
Posted April 24, 2019
Join us on Thursday, April 25 for Spring Walk to School Day. Spring is a great time to get active outdoors. Active transportation, such as walking and wheeling to school, not only helps children increase their physical activity, but it also allows them to connect to nature and reduce their ecological footprint. Since walking or […]
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Tell us about your experience with our French Immersion program
Posted April 24, 2019
We are seeking public input on how we deliver our French Language Instruction programs in elementary and secondary schools. In June 2017, our Board of Trustees passed a motion for staff to review the French Immersion program in the WRDSB. This review will look at equitable access to French programs for each student, staffing challenges, […]
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A Message Regarding the Attacks in Sri Lanka
Posted April 23, 2019
On Easter Sunday, we awoke to news of yet another senseless attack in Sri Lanka, that has left over 300 people dead and several others wounded. We stand together in grieving this tragedy with our Christian community and those affected. We are a school district for all of Waterloo Region, no matter what your background […]
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