Woodworking Co-Op Offers the Tangible Benefits of Experiential Learning
Posted September 26, 2022
“There’s nothing like sitting on the chair you’ve built.” Casey Herfuth likes a good challenge and loves working with hands. So, when the Grade 11 student at Preston High School (PHS) was offered a co-op placement at Steel and Timber Designs in Cambridge, he jumped at the opportunity. He earned high school credits, while gaining […]
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COVID-19 Update for the 2022/23 School Year
Posted September 23, 2022
With the return to school well underway, we want to provide an update to families and caregivers on our current COVID-19 measures. Please know that the health and safety of our students and staff remain our top priority. We continue to follow the guidance of the Ministry of Education and public health, to balance the […]
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day – Friday, September 30
Posted September 23, 2022
On Friday, September 30, Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. All WRDSB schools and offices will remain open for students and staff. What is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation? On June 2021, the Government of Canada created the National Day for […]
Saying Thanks on IT Professionals Day
Posted September 20, 2022
Today is IT 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 organization […]
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Principal’s Message
Posted September 16, 2022
Principal’s Message: I wanted to relay that despite the many technical issues that we have encountered during school start-up, students, families, and staff have been extremely patient, and have worked together to ensure we are off to a good school start-up. There is a lot of energy and positivity within the building. Students are happy […]
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Post-Secondary Planning for 12/12+ students
Posted September 16, 2022
Welcome back, Knights! Now that the school year is off to an amazing start, Bluevale Guidance will be moving into full swing with a number of opportunities for our Grade 12 and 12+ students making decisions about life after Bluevale. Please ensure your student is a member of the Class of 2023 (12+ too!) CODE: […]
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Cancellation Notice: September 21 Blended Learning Day for Secondary Students
Posted September 15, 2022
Secondary students and families, please be aware that due to issues with the distribution of Chromebooks to students and new staff, we will be cancelling the Blended Learning Day planned on Wednesday, September 21. As a result, Wednesday, September 21 will be treated as a regular in-person school day. We apologize for any inconvenience this […]
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Anticipated Transportation Service Interruptions
Posted September 15, 2022
We want to share an important update about school buses. Due to a driver shortage and the impact on service this will have, some routes will be cancelled using the same approach as the last school year. More than 90% of scheduled trips are operating normally. However, some routes are experiencing more frequent and prolonged […]
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Grade 9 Parents/Guardians and Grade 9 students – Grade 9 Night
Posted September 15, 2022
Please join us for Grade 9 Night from 6-7 pm on Wed. Sept. 21st. 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. We have also planned activities and a dance specifically […]
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Our Strategic Plan – Hear from Director chanicka
Posted September 12, 2022
As we set out on the journey of creating our plan for the future of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we grounded our focus in our role of educating and preparing students to excel on their chosen path in learning and life. The Strategic Planning Process has been, by far, the most broad […]
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Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day
Posted September 10, 2022
September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day. It serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health challenges touch many in our schools and in our community. 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 make our […]
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WRDSB flags flown at half-mast for Firefighters’ National Memorial Day
Posted September 9, 2022
To mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day on Sunday, September 11, flags at all Ontario government buildings, including Waterloo Region District School Board schools and offices, will be flown at half-mast this weekend. Firefighters’ National Memorial Day was instated by the Government of Canada in 2017 and is recognized annually on the second Sunday of September. […]
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Day & Awareness Month
Posted September 9, 2022
September 9, 2022 marks Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Day First celebrated in 1999, FASD day is devoted to raising awareness of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) to improve the prevention of FASD, as well as diagnosis and support for individuals with FASD. Red Shoes Rock Red Shoes Rock is […]
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WRDSB lowers flags for the death of Her Majesty The Queen
Posted September 8, 2022
To honour the life and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away this afternoon, flags at Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and office buildings will be flown at half-mast until sunset on the day of the funeral and memorial service (to be determined).
Thursday Sept. 8th is Photo Day!
Posted September 7, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Lifetouch will be at BCI on Thursday, September 8th, 2022 for our school photo day. See the Lifetouch Flyer for more details. Even if students are not purchasing photos, this compulsory photograph will be used for student cards and for security purposes.
