OSSLT Results Update (Spring 2022 Writers)

Posted October 6, 2022

Students who completed the OSSLT in Spring 2022 are now able to access their result using their My Blueprint account. Please have your student scroll down and log in using the Green “School Account” button. No scores have been provided; a checkmark indicates a pass. Students who were not successful have spoken to Guidance staff to […]

Assistive Technology – Training for Families

Posted October 6, 2022

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Somali Soomaali Spanish Española Turkish Türk Parents and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) SEA Assistive Technology Team is here to help you. In October, they […]

Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for members

Posted October 5, 2022

Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for parent/caregiver and community members for the 2022-23 school year. We invite parents/caregivers of students currently enrolled in any of our schools to apply. This is not an application to apply for school council. Please contact your child’s school administrator if you want to be on your child’s […]

Celebrating World Teacher’s Day

Posted October 5, 2022

Today, October 5, is World Teachers’ Day and the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is sharing gratitude and admiration for the work teachers do every day. The theme for World Teachers Day 2022, as selected by UNESCO, is: “The transformation of education begins with teachers”. Today, and every day, teachers within the Board support […]

Locker Assignments

Posted October 5, 2022

Lockers have now been assigned to students who requested one through their homeroom teacher. With colder weather coming, for those that have not requested a locker, you may need one soon. The deadline to request a locker and put a lock on your locker is Wed. Oct. 12th. Remember that you need to know your […]

Finding Confidence in Summer Co-Op

Posted October 4, 2022

“It’s something I’ll be able to take with me whatever I end up doing.” Co-operative Education is often associated with hands-on learning experiences that can be applied to a specific job or trade. But, co-op placements also provide students with opportunities to develop the soft skills that lead to personal growth and development, and which […]

October Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents and Caregivers

Posted October 4, 2022

As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, caregivers and families, our psychology staff are offering a number of lunch and learn sessions for WRDSB parents, caregivers and family members. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip parents with useful tips and information […]

School Forms -Action Required

Posted October 4, 2022

Dear Parents & Caregivers, As part of the school year start-up, parents and caregivers are asked to review information pertinent to the upcoming school year. Some of the information requires a response and other information is posted for your review. All the information can be found on the School Year Information section of the WRDSB website. Some […]

OSSLT for Secondary Students in 2022-23

Posted October 3, 2022

We want to update you on our plans for the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) this year. About the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) All students must successfully complete the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) in order to earn a secondary school diploma. The test is normally taken in grade 10, however […]

Celebrating Custodial Appreciation Day

Posted October 2, 2022

Today is Custodial Appreciation Day. We want to express our gratitude to the custodians and maintenance staff who work tirelessly to make sure Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and offices are clean, safe and well-maintained. During the pandemic, these hard-working individuals played a critical role. No matter the time of day, they made […]

Waterloo Region District School Board Confirms Some Student Information Involved in Cyber Incident

Posted September 29, 2022

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) confirms that some information in the student grade database was impacted by the July 10 cyber incident. The data involved included information for some students enrolled in the 2006-07 through 2012-13 academic years. Given the years involved, the vast majority of individuals are former students. Social insurance numbers, […]

BCI Phoner Issues

Posted September 29, 2022

We are currently experiencing issues with our automated phoner system which we use for reporting student absences and lates. Starting tonight, Thursday, Sept. 29th, attendance calls will not be going home. If you have attendance questions please contact the main office. Teachers will be reaching out if they have concerns regarding your student’s attendance. Attendance […]

$58,000 in Bursaries Awarded to 50+ Co-Op Students

Posted September 28, 2022

58 Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Co-operative Education students are about to receive $1,000 each. These awards are thanks to the Learn and Work and Skilled Trade Bursary Programs. That works out to $58,000 in bursaries to support students as they explore the career options available to them. Co-operative Education students from across the […]

Woodworking Co-Op Offers the Tangible Benefits of Experiential Learning

Posted September 26, 2022

“There’s nothing like sitting on the chair you’ve built.” Casey Herfuth likes a good challenge and loves working with hands. So, when the Grade 11 student at Preston High School (PHS) was offered a co-op placement at Steel and Timber Designs in Cambridge, he jumped at the opportunity. He earned high school credits, while gaining […]

COVID-19 Update for the 2022/23 School Year

Posted September 23, 2022

With the return to school well underway, we want to provide an update to families and caregivers on our current COVID-19 measures. Please know that the health and safety of our students and staff remain our top priority. We continue to follow the guidance of the Ministry of Education and public health, to balance the […]

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