February 23 – All schools open & buses are running

Posted February 23, 2015

Transportation is running and schools are open today.

Why were our schools closed Friday?

Posted February 23, 2015

The WRDSB has put in place a frigid temperature threshold in our severe weather procedure primarily for three reasons related to the safety of our students:

1. According to Environment Canada, at -35C exposed skin can freeze within 10 minutes. Environment Canada indicates that in temperatures between -28 to -39 there is a high risk of exposed skin freezing (frostnip or frostbite). This temperature is very unusual for our region and some students may not have the appropriate clothing to protect themselves.

2. Most students will take longer than 10 minutes to walk to school and the bused students may wait for an extended period of time should any bus be delayed.

3. We are unable to guarantee crossing guard service to our students as individual crossing guards have a right to maintain their safety given that they are exposed for extended periods of time in frigid temperatures.

The Education Centre remains open and is fully operational.

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February 20 – All Schools are Closed & Buses Cancelled

Posted February 20, 2015

Due to frigid temperatures, all schools are closed today and all buses are cancelled. All Extended Day Programs are also closed. The Education Centre remains open for those who can safely arrive to work.

When do Schools Close Due to Weather?

Posted February 19, 2015

Our procedure for severe weather  provides guidelines and expectations for school closings due to severe weather, and how this information is communicated to our families.

Severe weather refers to conditions such as ice, fog, rain, sleet, snow, wind and/or frigid temperatures and wind chills. We consider a frigid temperature to be -35C with wind chill, or colder.

The general manager of Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) will monitor weather and temperatures in the region beginning at 5:30am, using Environment Canada’s wind chill index. If the temperature is forecasted to reach or exceed -35C with wind chill at 7:00am, buses will not operate and schools will be closed. The education centre will be open to those employees who can safely arrive to work.

How do we communicate cancellations or closures?

Decisions relating to cancellations and closures are made by 6:00am. Any cancellations and closures will be posted on our website and school websites. Information will also be available on our twitter account (@wrdsb). We encourage you to monitor our website and listen to local media for up-to-date cancellation and closures.

Parents have the option of keeping their children at home when concerned about weather conditions.

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Commencement Award Applications Due March 25th

Posted February 17, 2015

All graduating students interested in applying for Commencement awards must due so by March 25th. Please complete the award application and return to Ms. Patirani in room 3214.

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Bluevale Mathematicians Poised to Write Math Contests

Posted February 17, 2015

Next Tuesday, February 24th, nearly 150 Bluevale mathematics students will begin their day by writing the Pascal, Cayley and Fermat Math Contests.  Good luck to all of the participating students and hearty thank you to the Bluevale mathematics teachers who help our students prepare for activities such as this.  May your pencils stay sharp and your […]

Bluevale Wrestlers Off to CWOSSA

Posted February 17, 2015

Congratulations to the Bluevale wrestling team that in only two years of operation has climbed the WCSSAA ladder to finish an impressive 3rd overall in boys competition.  Individually, seven Bluevale wrestlers have qualified for CWOSSA this Thursday at Brantford Collegiate. From the WCSSAA Championships Russell Weigel and Nick Forler stood atop the podium in their […]

Bluevale DECA Students Shine at Provincial Competition

Posted February 13, 2015

Congratulations to all of our BCI Provincial DECA competitors! Everyone did an awesome job! Many saw huge improvements in their scores and felt their self-confidence grow! We are very proud of each one of you! Among our successes we had the following outstanding results in individual and team categories: Michael Elop, Liz Meyer, Jack Van […]

Bluevale Swim and Ski Teams CWOSSA Champions!!!

Posted February 13, 2015

Thursday, February 12, 2015, will go down as a very special day in the history of Bluevale athletic team accomplishments.  In the pool Bluevale demonstrated wonderful team depth winning the overall CWOSSA title by 19 points over the second place team from Guelph Centennial.  The junior boys relay team of Luke Horst, Luke Hendrikse, Nathan […]

Report Cards Sent Home Today

Posted February 13, 2015

Semester 1 final report cards will be sent home with students today. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this report card, please don’t hesitate to call the school.

Carnations – For that Special Someone and to Support St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre!

Posted February 4, 2015

Carnation Sales take place from Monday, February 2nd to Monday, February 9th in the Lounge. You can send carnations to other Waterloo Region high schools too! Carnations are $1.50 each. All proceeds go to St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre.

February 2 – All Schools CLOSED

Posted February 2, 2015

Due to weather, ALL schools are CLOSED today. All Extended Day Programs are closed as well. The Education Centre is open for those who can get there safely.

2014 Director’s Annual Report

Posted January 27, 2015

The 2014 Director’s Annual Report is now available! Each year, the Director is required to submit a report to the Ministry of Education, highlighting the achievements of the past year. Our Annual Report gives the local community a snap shot at what students and staff have achieved. Awards, good news stories and  achievements in learning […]

Parent/Guardian Subscription Update

Posted January 27, 2015

Bluevale is taking part in a pilot project that allows parents/guardians to add their email address into our student information system via a web link. If you would like to add your email to our student database, please click the following link: https://secure.wrdsb.ca/subscribe/   FAQs: Do I need to do this for each child? Yes, add them all […]

In with the New, Out with the Old! Recycle Your Electronics!

Posted January 20, 2015

Did you get a new computer for Christmas?  Did your old phone break?  Is there a stack of electronics piled up at home? Over exams, Bluevale will start collecting electronic waste in the cafeteria.  Save your family a trip to the landfill by bringing in your old electronics.  Start bringing in your E-waste now!  Bins […]

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