Preparing to Welcome Volunteers Back to Schools

Posted October 1, 2021

We appreciate and celebrate volunteers in our schools. We know the value they add to a student’s experience and that volunteer contributions are meaningful and impactful. We also know that students, staff and community members are eager to get back to the activities they enjoy. COVID-19 has presented many challenges to typical school operations and […]

Post Secondary Info Video link

Posted October 1, 2021

Thanks to all who attended our Post Secondary Info Meeting last evening. If you missed it or wish to review details, please view the recording or the slide show. A reminder to students that many virtual College/University and Apprenticeship visits have been planed and the links/times/dates are available on the Graduating Class of 2022. Lastly, […]

Making a Commitment for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day

Posted September 30, 2021

Today, students, staff and families across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and participate in Orange Shirt Day. Crissa Hill, Superintendent of Student Achievement & Well-Being, took a few minutes to share her thoughts and hopes for this important day, and the commitment and work […]

Post Secondary Info Night for Grade 12/12+ families: Meet Link

Posted September 29, 2021

Please join us tomorrow evening, Thursday, September 30th, from 7-8 pm for a Virtual Presentation designed for our Grade 12 and 12+ students planning for Post-Secondary destinations. CLICK HERE to join! Please note: Due to limits on attendees, we encourage families, where possible, to join from one device. If possible, please use your student’s WRDSB […]

Student Vaccination Information

Posted September 29, 2021

As the 2021-22 school year begins, we remain committed to the health, well-being and safety of students, educators, school staff and the broader community. Keeping our schools open this year is our collective priority. Vaccines are safe, effective and the best way to protect everyone from COVID-19. Vaccines help to stop the spread so we can […]

WRDSB flags remain at half-mast

Posted September 28, 2021

To recognize the importance of Truth and Reconciliation Week and Orange Shirt Day, flags at all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and worksites will be flown at half-mast until the end of day on Monday, October 4, which is the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. On […]

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day

Posted September 24, 2021

On September 30, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and participate in Orange Shirt Day. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation In June, the Government of Canada created the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a new federally-recognized day, as a response to the Truth […]

Evening Event: Post-Secondary Planning Information for Grade 12 and 12+ students

Posted September 22, 2021

Bluevale Guidance is excited to invite Grade 12/12+ students and their families to a  virtual event next Thursday, September 30th from 7-8pm. We will cover such topics as: options for life after high school, deadlines for applying to post-secondary destinations, grades and transcripts, as well as financing post-secondary plans. All are welcome, however, we ask […]

Messaging to BCI Families and Students

Posted September 17, 2021

Hello Bluevale Families! We have had a great start-up here at Bluevale.  Our students and families have done a fantastic job following the COVID-19 protocols to ensure that we all feel safe in classrooms, throughout the school and when outside.  Thank you for coming prepared with your litterless lunch.  Please continue to take your garbage/food […]

Starting Secondary Interschool Sports in the WRDSB

Posted September 17, 2021

Starting Monday, September 20, sports will resume at Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) secondary schools. We are excited that our secondary athletes and teams will be able to start next week. WRDSB staff have developed protocols and guidelines to ensure everyone has equitable access and opportunity to safely participate in sports. To prioritize safety, […]

Grads Planning for Post-Secondary

Posted September 16, 2021

The Bluevale Guidance Department is so excited to begin the process of sharing information and assisting with planning for our Grads and their chosen post-secondary destination. Information will be posted to our Graduating Class of 2022, so please be sure to join: 3i7rc2b. Fifth year students should join, too! Students will find opportunities for “Virtual visits” […]

Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day

Posted September 10, 2021

September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day and serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health touches many in our schools and in our community.  We know that as part of our ongoing work to reduce the risk of suicide for those in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we strive to […]

Supporting Student Well-being for the Return to School

Posted September 7, 2021

As part of our ongoing work to assist students and families during the transition back to school, we wanted to remind families of the many resources available to support student mental health and well-being. Even at the best of times, some children experience more challenges than others when it comes to going to school. These […]

Welcome Back Information for Bluevale-Action Required

Posted September 6, 2021

On behalf of the staff of Bluevale, we welcome everyone to the 2021-2022 school year.  We are anticipating an exciting school year for everyone. As part of the school year start-up, parents and caregivers are asked to review information to help you navigate the upcoming school year. Some of the information requires a response and […]

A Message from the Minister of Education for Ontario Parents and Families

Posted September 3, 2021

Dear Ontario Parents, We hope your summer is going very well. With the return to in-person learning this September, we are excited to see students heading back to class for a more normal learning experience – alongside their friends and teachers. We know that in-person learning is essential for the mental and physical health, academic […]

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