Celebrating Custodial Appreciation Day
Posted October 2, 2023
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. No matter the time of day, these hard-working individuals make sure our enhanced health and safety measures are […]
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2023-24 School Ventilation Report
Posted September 29, 2023
View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Somali Soomaali Spanish Española Turkish Türk We remain committed to ensuring Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools are safe for students and staff. In support of this we have made significant investments and improvements. Measures Taken WRDSB Facilities […]
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Transforming Education Through Engagement
Posted September 28, 2023
At the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) we’re transforming education in partnership with those we serve. Student academic achievement and well-being are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to making our schools places where every student can succeed. However, we know we can’t do this alone. During the strategic planning […]
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October Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents and Caregivers
Posted September 27, 2023
As part of our ongoing efforts to support 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 to assist them in supporting […]
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Recognizing Rowan’s Law Day and Supporting Concussion Safety
Posted September 27, 2023
The start of the school year welcomes the return of school clubs and sports. Whether students are participating in team sports, physical education classes, dance, performing arts or any other physical activity – safety is always top of mind. Rowan’s Law Day Rowan’s Law, named after Rowan Stringer, a 17-year-old athlete who tragically died in […]
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day – Friday, September 29
Posted September 25, 2023
On Friday, September 29, Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge: The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Orange Shirt Day These days are recognized annually on September 30. As September 30 is a Saturday, WRDSB will be acknowledging the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day on Friday, September 29, […]
Blended Learning Day Wed. Sept. 27/2023
Posted September 25, 2023
Wednesday, Sept. 27th, 2023, is a Blended Learning Day. These days will occur four times during the school year. Blended learning days allow students to engage in synchronous and asynchronous work from home while staff engage in professional learning during the asynchronous portion of the day. School administration will engage staff in professional learning opportunities […]
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Friday, October 6 is a PD Day for all WRDSB students
Posted September 22, 2023
Friday, October 6, 2023, 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 […]
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2022-2023 Yearbook Update
Posted September 22, 2023
The expected delivery date of our 2022-2023 yearbooks is at the end of October. We will post another message on our website when they arrive and are available for pickup.
2023-24 Severe Weather Day Information
Posted September 20, 2023
Dear Families and Students, As we prepare for cooler temperatures, we want to take this opportunity to share with you the WRDSB’s severe weather plans for the 2023-24 school year. Additionally, in the event of temporary school closures due to unforeseen circumstances, such as a power outage, the WRDSB will support the continuity of students’ […]
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School-Day Currently Unavailable
Posted September 19, 2023
School-Day is currently unavailable. The vendor is actively working to resolve the issue and we will provide an update when School-Day is available. Communicating with Your School In the meantime, schools will be making use of their websites to continue communicating with the families and community they serve. Our apologies for the inconvenience and thank […]
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Anticipated September 20 Protests
Posted September 19, 2023
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to upholding the human rights of all those we serve. We are aware of the planned protests on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. We are concerned about the harm it may cause members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ and Muslim communities. Unfortunately, underlying some of the motivations behind these […]
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Saying Thanks on Information Technology Professionals Day
Posted September 19, 2023
Today is Information Technology Professionals Day – it’s an opportunity to recognize the critical role information technology staff play in supporting staff and students all across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). First celebrated in 2015, IT Professionals Day was created to show appreciation for these dedicated professionals who keep every part of their […]
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Post-Secondary Planning Update: Grade 12/12+ students
Posted September 15, 2023
Welcome back, Graduating Knights and families! Bluevale Guidance is excited to support you through planning for your post-secondary destination. Please be sure you have joined the CLASS of 2024: jb36wwy, as important information and updates will appear on the stream, as well as in the classwork section. In addition, follow Bluevale Guidance on Instagram […]
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Grade 9 Knight Wed. Sept. 20th, 2023
Posted September 12, 2023
Please join us for Grade 9 Night from 6-7 pm on Wed. Sept. 20th. During this time you will have the opportunity to informally go to your students’ classes and meet teachers. There will be a brief presentation in the cafeteria for parents towards the end. The intended audience for this presentation is parents and […]
