WRDSB Lowers Flags for Orlando

Posted June 16, 2016

We are all saddened by the tragic events that took place this past weekend in Orlando, Florida. To show support for all those affected, including our LGBTQ students and staff, families and allies, we will be lowering our flags at our schools and Education Centre, until the end of the day on June 17.

Our Flag is at Half-Mast

Posted June 15, 2016

Our flag is at half-mast in recognition of recent events that in Orlando, Florida. Our hearts go out to those who feel ties to these events, especially those who feel a connection to LGBT+ issues. We are also aware of some Islamophobic responses in the media and have an elevated awareness to the possibility of such responses in […]

Residential School Survivor Lila Bruyere spoke to grades 5 to 8 Students Today

Posted June 8, 2016

The government of Canada forced Lila Bruyere to go to live at residential school as a child, and she shared some of her experience today with students in grades 5 to 8. She started with telling us that they didn’t use her name at school. They called her “Number 63.” After her story, she invited questions. […]

Have your say in the 2016-17 School Year Budget!

Posted June 8, 2016

How can you give input? Appear as a delegation at the June 15, 2016, Special Committee of the Whole Meeting. If you would like to appear as a delegation, you must register with the Manager of Corporate Services by noon on Thursday, June 9, 2016. More information on delegation procedures and how to register is […]

Today is a Professional Activity Day

Posted June 3, 2016

While our staff is working today, there is no school for students. Our staff is taking a moment to assess student progress and figure out next steps for our students.

Friday is Wacky Hair Day

Posted May 26, 2016

Curl it, colour it, put it in pony tails. The longer lasting the thing you do with your hair, the more important it is that you talk with your parents or guardians to make sure that it is OK.

Parent Involvement Committee is looking for new members!

Posted May 26, 2016

The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) invites parents/guardians of students currently enrolled in a WRDSB school and community members to apply for positions on the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee. The mandate for the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee is to: Provide information and advice on parent engagement to the Waterloo Region District School Board; Communicate with and support […]

Bussing for Next Year

Posted May 25, 2016

For those who are wondering about bussing details for next year, there is now information on how to get it on the “About” page of this web site. Transportation details will be available August 22, and information on how to get those details are outlined on the “About” page. If your address is going to […]

A Letter From Our Kindergartens

Posted May 20, 2016

Our kindergarten children are world changers! In November, some of our kindergarten students went for a walk and noticed a lot of dog poop in the parks beside the school. They wrote a letter to the city of Waterloo. The City responded, and signs have now been posted asking pet owners to pick up after […]

It’s Facebook Official

Posted May 20, 2016

We are excited to announce that we have joined Facebook, the most popular social media network!

Please take a few moments to visit our page, look around and LIKE us: facebook.com/wrdsb/

 

Come join us on Facebook! Come join us on Facebook!

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