Year End Connections for WRDSB Students
Posted June 9, 2021
We know that this has been an extraordinarily difficult year for our students. As the school year comes to a close, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will be celebrating all of our students through a variety of events. Each of the 121 schools across the WRDSB are busy making plans for end-of-year activities. […]
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WRDSB flags remain at half-mast to honour Muslim family
Posted June 9, 2021
On May 31, we shared with our community that we were lowering our flags to half-mast for 215 hours of observance for the 215 Indigenous children whose bodies were discovered on the grounds of the Kamloops Indian Residential School, and all Indigenous children, families and communities who have been impacted. Our flags were to be […]
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Updated Screening Guidance for the Recently Vaccinated
Posted June 8, 2021
The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, has updated the Ontario School Screening Tool to reflect updated guidance for individuals who have recently (within 48 hours) received a COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 school and child care screening tool, provides guidance for students, staff and essential visitors prior to completing their screening. […]
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Islamophobic Tragedy in London, Ontario
Posted June 8, 2021
Yesterday, we learned about the targeted killing of a Muslim family, leaving four dead and one survivor, a nine-year-old boy with serious injuries, in London, Ontario. This was a planned, premeditated act motivated by hate and Islamophobia. This horrific act has impacted thousands of students, staff, families and community members who are part of the […]
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Get to Know the Indigenous Education Branch
Posted June 7, 2021
Last week, we announced the new Indigenous, Equity, and Human Rights Department. This week, we are profiling the first of three branches within the department: the Indigenous Education Branch. Indigenous Education Branch The work of the Indigenous Education Branch is guided by the Calls to Action identified within the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report. We […]
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Reflecting and Connecting | Caring/Coping/Connecting
Posted June 7, 2021
The newest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how to use reflection as a means of strengthening feelings of hope. Reflecting can also help us feel more connected, as we have not navigated these difficult times alone. We did so with our friends, our families, our classmates, our pets, our neighbours, our country and our entire […]
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WCSSAA announces last two virtual activities
Posted June 4, 2021
Waterloo County Secondary School Athletic Association (WCSSAA) is hosting its final virtual fitness event and challenge for all high school students in Grades 9 to 12 and staff. This series aims to have students and staff break a sweat, get active and put a focus on well-being. Now more than ever, it is important for […]
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Seeking feedback on our 2021-22 Budget
Posted June 3, 2021
Every year, the Board of Trustees invites staff, parents, students and community members to contribute ideas and thoughts to help develop the school board’s 2021-22 operating budget. We want to hear what budget priorities are important to you for the upcoming school year. We invite you to make a written submission and/or become a delegate. […]
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Students Not Returning to In-Person Learning This School Year
Posted June 2, 2021
Today, Premier Doug Ford announced that students across Ontario will not be returning to in-person learning this school year. We know how difficult the multiple shifts in learning modes have been for students and families and we know that the extended period of remote learning has had an impact on everyone in the community. We […]
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Announcing the Indigenous, Equity, and Human Rights Department
Posted June 2, 2021
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is proud to announce the launch of the Indigenous, Equity, and Human Rights (IEHR) Department. Within this department, there are three branches: Indigenous Education, Equity and Inclusion, and Human Rights. Indigenous, Equity, and Human Rights Department The Indigenous, Equity, and Human Rights Department (IEHR) engages with students, staff, […]
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Grad Drive Through Celebration Opportunity – June 28th
Posted June 2, 2021
We invite students to fill out THIS FORM in order to participate in the drive through graduation celebration, scheduled rain or shine, for Monday June 28th (11:00 am – 7:00 pm). We can accommodate a party of up to 5 people, including the graduating student, in either one vehicle or a walk up group. All members of the party must wear a mask, except for during the photo opportunity, and complete the pre-screening verification tool.
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Looking for feedback on our 2020-30 Long-Term Accommodation Plan
Posted June 1, 2021
The draft 2020-30 Long-Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) is now available. The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Planning Team is looking for feedback on our Long-Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP). We want to know if we have addressed key issues facing your school community over the next 10 years. What is a Long-Term Accommodation Plan? The […]
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Celebrating the Class of 2021
Posted June 1, 2021
We have plans in the month of June to highlight our graduating students. Details to follow throughout the month. Be sure to check this website, social media and your Guidance Classrooms for specific details. In the meantime, check out the Poster to see the various dates and events.
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Welcoming Three New Superintendents of Student Achievement and Well-Being
Posted June 1, 2021
The WRDSB is very pleased to announce the appointments of our new Superintendents of Student Achievement and Well-Being effective July 1, 2021. These candidates bring strong equity leadership capacity grounded in social justice, anti-racism and anti-oppression, an ability to serve and support staff and school communities through productive working relationships, and a proven track record […]
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Inspiring a Deeper Conversation for Pride Month
Posted June 1, 2021
Since 2017, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) has proudly raised the Pride flag on June 1 at every building across our school board as a symbol of recognition and support to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, while also marking the beginning of Pride month. On Monday, May 31, flags were lowered at our sites out […]
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