Secondary: Returning to a Regular Semester Schedule

Posted January 26, 2022

As was announced last week, WRDSB secondary schools will be returning to a regular semester timetable. Many of our secondary students have yet to experience a regular semester schedule, so we thought it would be a good idea to remind our community of how a 4-period timetable works! You will have 4 classes on your […]

Bell Let’s Talk Day

Posted January 26, 2022

Today, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) encourages our students, staff, families and community members to participate in Bell Let’s Talk Day, a social media day of action to help end the stigma surrounding mental health and well-being. Although Bell Let’s Talk Day is a corporate initiative, it provides an important opportunity for us […]

WEFI Announces HEPA Filter Fund

Posted January 25, 2022

We know our community wants to help to make our schools equitable and welcoming spaces for all our students. We have heard from you that this includes working to provide high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter units in as many spaces as possible. With this in mind, the Waterloo Education Foundation Inc. (WEFI) is excited to […]

February Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents and Caregivers

Posted January 25, 2022

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 […]

Anticipated Transportation Service Interruptions

Posted January 24, 2022

We want to share an important update from Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR). Bus companies are now experiencing an increase in driver absences due to COVID-19 isolation. Although more than 90% of bus routes are operating normally, some routes are experiencing more frequent and prolonged delays (50 minutes or greater). As a result, […]

Notice of BCI School Council Meeting-Wednesday, January 26th

Posted January 24, 2022

Please consider participating in Bluevale’s School Council.  Our upcoming meeting  will be held on Wednesday, January 26th,  beginning at 7 p.m.  Our meetings continue to be virtual at this time.  To attend the meeting, you will need to first sign up HERE.  Please sign up prior to 2 p.m. on the 20th.   You will […]

Happy New Years Resolutions | Caring/Coping/Connecting

Posted January 21, 2022

The newest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can set realistic goals for the year ahead, while approaching ourselves with self-compassion. The new year brings with it the idea of a fresh start, which can be exciting, motivating and full of promises of a better year. The tips in this edition will help you […]

Lincoln Alexander Day

Posted January 21, 2022

“It is not your duty to be average. It is your duty to set a higher example for others to follow.” -Lincoln Alexander Since 2015, January 21 has been recognised across Canada as Lincoln Alexander Day. The Honourable Lincoln Alexander was a pioneer in the fight for racial equity in Canada. Alexander’s legacy is marked […]

Statement regarding Committtee of the Whole Meeting recording January 17, 2022

Posted January 20, 2022

Following the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, January 17, 2022, we would like to express our deep regret for any harm caused to the transgender community. As a school board, we are guided by the Ontario Human Rights Code and committed to doing our best so that all students are affirmed in their identity and see […]

A Message from the Minister of Education to Ontario’s Parents

Posted January 19, 2022

The following is a letter to parents and caregivers, from Minister of Education Stephen Lecce and Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kieran Moore. Dear Parent or Guardian, We know how critical in-person learning is to the mental health, well-being and academic success of Ontario students. As we meet the challenge presented by the Omicron […]

Celebrating Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker Appreciation Day

Posted January 19, 2022

January 19 is Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker Appreciation Day. On this day, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) asks you to take a moment to acknowledge and show your appreciation to all the incredible Educational Assistants (EAs) and Child and Youth Workers (CYWs) in the WRDSB. The incredible dedication and work […]

Secondary: Semester Two Update

Posted January 18, 2022

Throughout the pandemic, many staff and students have been looking forward to a return to the pre-pandemic regular semester model in our secondary schools. With the support of the Ministry of Education and Public Health, all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) secondary schools will be moving back to a regular semester model of four […]

Update on COVID-19 in Schools

Posted January 17, 2022

As students return to the classroom this week, we understand parents and caregivers have questions and concerns over the Ministry of Education’s decision to stop reporting COVID-19 cases in schools. We want to assure you that we will do our best to continue to provide as much information and transparency as possible when it comes […]

January 17 – All schools closed and transportation cancelled

Posted January 17, 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 […]

Secondary: In Person and Short Term Virtual Learning

Posted January 14, 2022

In Person Learning Our secondary schools will be reopened on Monday, January 17 for in person learning. School staff are looking forward to welcoming students back to in person classes and ensuring a successful final two weeks of Semester 1. There is no change to the school schedules or bussing. Transition to Semester 2 Ahead […]

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