Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day

Posted September 10, 2024

September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day. It serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health challenges touch many in our schools and in our community. As part of our ongoing work to reduce the risk of suicide for those in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we strive to make our […]

Don’t Miss It: Assistive Technology – Support for Families in September 2024

Posted September 9, 2024

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child in meeting their reading and writing goals […]

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Day & Awareness Month

Posted September 9, 2024

September 9, 2024 marks Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Day First held in 1999, FASD day is devoted to raising awareness of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) to improve the prevention of FASD, as well as diagnosis and support for individuals with FASD. Red Shoes Rock Red Shoes Rock is […]

Come out and hear Dr. Alison Yeung on Wed. Sept. 18th 7:30-8:30 pm

Posted September 5, 2024

 

To help everyone learn more about mental health and social issues caused by cell phones and social media, we have invited Dr. Alison Yeung to speak to parents on Thursday, September 18th at 7:30 PM in the Bluevale Cafeteria.  Please save the date to come and learn with us. There will be a draw to receive a copy of The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. We hope to see you there.

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Important Notice- Data Verification Forms

Posted September 5, 2024

Please be advised that Data Verification Forms will be distributed during the second or third week of September. Urgent Medical Conditions: If you have a life-threatening medical condition and do not have a Plan of Care on file at Bluevale, you must call the Main Office immediately so we can take the necessary precautions. Current […]

Director chanicka Welcomes Students to the 2024-25 School Year

Posted September 4, 2024

Welcome back to a new school year! Whether you are just beginning high school, a student returning for another year or if this is your last year in Grade 12, we can’t wait to welcome you into our classrooms. This year, we will continue to focus on working with your families and caregivers to ensure […]

Assistive Technology – Support for Families in September 2024

Posted September 3, 2024

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The SEA Assistive Technology Team […]

2024-2025 School Year Information

Posted August 30, 2024

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt We’re excited to welcome all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students back to school on Wednesday, September 4. […]

Supporting Student Learning: Changing Expectations for the 2024-25 School Year

Posted August 30, 2024

As we prepare to welcome students back to school for the 2024-25 school year, we want to share some important updates about how students will be better supported in their achievement and well-being. The steps we plan to take in this school year at all WRDSB schools align with Ministry of Education guidelines. What’s Changing […]

Smile! Sept. 6th is Photo Day at BCI!

Posted August 27, 2024

We are pleased to announce that Pegasus will be at BCI on Friday, September 6th, 2024 for our semester one photo day. See the Pegasus poster for more details.  This is an important event, as the photos taken will be used for student ID cards and official school purposes. Please note that payment will not […]

Guidance Update Fall 2024

Posted August 27, 2024

We look forward to meeting our newest Knights and welcoming our familiar faces! Please note, our Guidance Staff and caseload details have changed. Caseloads are determined by last name and will be divided as follows: Ms. Prudham (A – HALE) Mr. Boucher (HALL – MANN) Mr. Forget (MANS – R) Mr. Moffatt (S – Z) […]

September 2024–BCI’s Updated Cell Phone/ Tech Policy 

Posted August 26, 2024

In May 2024, Ontario’s Ministry of Education announced new rules on cell phone use in schools starting in September 2024.  As educators, we have a responsibility to cultivate an environment that encourages the learning and well-being of our students. Studies have shown that students’ achievement and well-being improve when they experience a sense of community. […]

Tuesday, September 3 is a PD Day for All WRDSB Students

Posted August 20, 2024

Tuesday, September 3, 2024, is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, in person or virtually All board-operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will be closed About Professional Development (PD) Days PD days are held throughout the school year to provide learning opportunities for school-based […]

First Day of School Information Sept. 4th

Posted August 20, 2024

We are looking forward to welcoming all of our students on the first day of school – Wednesday, September 4th!  Please read our Opening Day Schedule. Please note that our focus for the morning is Grade 9 Orientation to ensure their successful transition into secondary school. For students in grades 10 to 12, you are […]

Welcome to Bluevale Grade 9 Students!

Posted August 20, 2024

On behalf of the staff at Bluevale, we welcome you! All grade 9 students will receive their timetable in the mail. Timetables were mailed out Tuesday, August 18th.  Please check your mail for this letter. You will need to bring this with you on Wednesday, September 4th.  Please note that we will have staff to […]

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