2022-2023 Student Trustee Elections

Posted February 15, 2022

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is looking for our 2022-2023 Student Trustees. Every year, the WRDSB elects two students who will represent student voice at the Board table and at various committees to advocate on behalf of students. Each Student Trustee participates in every Board meeting and various committee meetings, speaking as one […]

February is Psychology Month

Posted February 15, 2022

Psychology in the WRDSB At the WRDSB, Psychology staff work with students, staff and parents to support learning and development, as well as student well-being and mental health. Each school in our district has a Psychological Services consultant who provides assessments, consultation and intervention support. WRDSB Psychology staff play an integral role in providing a […]

Secondary Students: Wednesday February 16 Blended Learning Day

Posted February 15, 2022

We want to remind secondary students that Wednesday, February 16 is a Blended Learning Day. Blended Learning Day Secondary teachers will be engaging in Professional Development to support the expansion of de-streaming in the next school year. For students, these days will be similar to our Instructional Support Days, where students are not required to […]

Secondary: Students Daily Confirmation of Screening

Posted February 11, 2022

As part of enhanced safety measures for in-person learning, the Ministry of Education has directed schools to reinstate daily on-site verification of screening for all students as an additional layer of protection. This practice is expected to continue until further notice. Screening Verification for Secondary Students Students will use an online portal with their PAL […]

WCSSAA Resumes Winter Season

Posted February 11, 2022

Starting Monday, February 14, Waterloo County Secondary School Athletic Association (WCSSAA) sports will resume at Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) secondary schools. We are very excited that our secondary athletes and teams will be able to get back to sports next week. To support the restarting of sports, WRDSB staff have developed protocols and […]

Grade 9 and 10 Vaccine Catch Up Clinics

Posted February 11, 2022

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, students in Grade 9 or 10 may not have been able to complete their Grade 7 vaccines provided by Public Health at their school. These vaccines include: Hepatitis B Human papillomavirus (HPV) Meningococcal (Meningitis) which is required as per the Immunization of School Pupils Act. Students in Grade 9 or […]

Assertive Communication | Caring/Coping/Connecting

Posted February 10, 2022

The newest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how to put your well-being first while strengthening relationships with others. Have you ever had trouble telling friends and family what you need? Have you ever lost sight of your own needs as you’ve tried to meet others’ expectations? It can be hard to navigate. View the latest […]

Bluevale Blended Learning Days and Instructional Support Days Information

Posted February 10, 2022

Dear Bluevale Families, We are so happy to have our students back in our semester 2 classes.  I would like to take this opportunity to remind you of some important dates that are coming up this semester.  On these instructional support and blended learning dates, students may choose to stay home to learn.  We have […]

Short Term Virtual Learning Option Ends February 11

Posted February 10, 2022

Since the return to in-person learning, the WRDSB has offered Short Term Virtual Learning as a temporary option for families in both our elementary and secondary schools who did not feel comfortable sending their children back to school immediately. As indicated previously, this program will end on Friday, February 11. We are excited and eager […]

2022-2023 Course Selections are Here! Feb. 9 – Mar. 4

Posted February 9, 2022

Hello Bluevale Families! Today, students enjoyed presentations from Guidance staff outlining Course Selection details during Period C classes. Students have until MARCH 4th to submit their course selections on MyWay (they save automatically! No submit button). Families will receive a message from School Day regarding permission for the course selections at the end of this […]

Semester Two Photo Day~Feb. 11

Posted February 8, 2022

When: Friday, February 11th during the morning classes Where: Gym 3 (small gym) Who: All students and staff who need a re-take or missed the first photo day, or are new to Bluevale! FAQs: Why do I have to get my photo taken?  Students must have their photos taken even if they don’t plan on […]

You’re Invited: Student Roundtable Invitation

Posted February 7, 2022

Dear BCI students, We are Kenzy and Nicole, your 2021-22 Student Trustees, and we are inviting all WRDSB secondary students (Grade 9 to 12) to our upcoming Student Roundtable on Wednesday, February 9 from 5-7 pm. During the Roundtable, we will be talking about equity and inclusion in WRDSB schools with guest speaker Deepa Ahluwalia, our board’s Human Rights […]

Final Report Cards for Semester One

Posted February 7, 2022

Semester one, term two report cards will be distributed to students on Thursday, Feb. 17th during period A. Students with a period A spare may pick up their reports from the main office. If you have any questions about this report please call the school or email your student’s teacher.

Winter Walk Day – Wednesday, February 16

Posted February 4, 2022

This year, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), in partnership with Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) will be holding Winter Walk Day on Wednesday, February 16. Alternate date in case of inclement weather is Wednesday, February 23. Active transportation such as walking, biking, scootering, wheeling, etc. has a positive impact on the […]

February 3 – All schools closed and transportation cancelled

Posted February 3, 2022

Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools are closed. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre are closed. All WRDSB students will participate in a Weather Impacted Remote Learning day. Educators in both the in-person and […]

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