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 […]

Support for Chronic School Avoidance – In-Person and Online Sessions

Posted August 20, 2024

We want to share the latest offering to support families and caregivers ahead of the new school year. Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) are offering two caregiver information sessions about coping with chronic school avoidance. Coping with Chronic School Avoidance When students struggle and refuse to return to school, families and caregivers can feel […]

Getting Ready for the 2024-2025 School Year

Posted August 19, 2024

Mark your calendar: We can’t wait to welcome elementary and secondary students back to school on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. Students and your families are getting ready for another year of learning and creativity. Meanwhile, staff at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) are readying our schools for the 2024-2025 school year. As a […]

Summer Community Literacy Resources | A Region That Reads Together

Posted July 22, 2024

As we first shared in June, we’re working together to help ensure the students we serve have the support and resources they need to learn to read. This includes the time when students are away from school over the summer break. We will all benefit when we support literacy for students and their families in […]

Bluevale Summer Closure 2024

Posted July 2, 2024

Happy Summer!   Summer Hours:  BCI will be closed for summer break between July 15th- August 16th. Office staff will return on Monday, August 19th.     New Student Registrations:  If you are a new student looking to register for the fall, please call 519-885-4620, extension 5520, and leave a voicemail message beginning August 19th.  We will contact […]

Summer School 2024 Update

Posted July 1, 2024

Happy summer, Bluevale families!! Many of our students are about to begin a Summer School class this week. Please be sure to go over the SUMMER SCHOOL FAQ carefully should you have any questions or concerns. In person learners will be in classes at Huron Heights S.S and a bus schedule (to and from BCI) […]

Sharing Gratitude and Best Wishes | A Video Message from Director of Education jeewan chanicka

Posted June 27, 2024

Before we bid farewell to students for the summer, we want to share our gratitude and best wishes with students. Watch the video from jeewan chanicka, Director of Education for the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) that was shared with students: We have so much to celebrate from this past school year; let’s take […]

Celebrating Success: KidsAbility Fundraising Campaign

Posted June 25, 2024

Thank you for helping us raise $26,025 and counting for KidsAbility! Your support will help WRDSB students and their families reach their communication, social, physical and behavioural goals. Thank You for Your Support! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated, shared, and cheered us on. Your generosity and kindness mean the world to us […]

Ask jeewan: Year-End Reflections with Director chanicka

Posted June 21, 2024

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students from Kindergarten to Grade 12  shared wonderings and questions with Director of Education jeewan chanicka. These WRDSB students submitted more than 55 videos asking a variety of interesting questions.   Below, you’ll find the link to the Ask jeewan series. In it, the Director of Education responds to […]

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