Information Regarding the 2023 Spring Writing of the Literacy Test
Posted March 6, 2023
On Tuesday, April 11th, and Tuesday, April 18th all of our Grade 10 students as well as any Grade 11 or 12 student who was previously eligible, but has not yet written the test or who has not yet been successful, will be writing the Ontario Secondary Schools Literacy Test (OSSLT). Students must successfully complete […]
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Categories: Literacy Test Tags: OSSLT
Graduates of 2023 – Gown Order!
Posted February 21, 2023
Graduates of June 2023, Preston High School is delighted to inform you that we are moving to a Spring Commencement. Save the date: Monday, June 26th, 2023 We are also excited to announce a new location. Forward Church, Cambridge will be our host venue to celebrate your achievements over the last four years. Click on […]
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Categories: 2022-2023 School Year · Graduates Tags: Graduation Gown
Semi Formal – Starry Night In Paris
Posted February 14, 2023
Dear Preston Families, Unfortunately we had a mix up with the dates but we are pleased to inform you that on Tuesday March 21, 2023 we will be hosting a Semi Formal Dance “Starry Night in Paris” at the Portuguese Club of Cambridge. The dance will start at 7:00pm and concludes at 10:00pm. Please remember that students also […]
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Categories: 2022-2023 School Year · Dance · News · SAC · Special Events Tags: Dances · Semi-Formal
March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Posted March 21, 2023
Today, March 21, is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day is observed on March 21 each year to mark the day police in Sharpeville, South Africa, killed 69 Black men, women and children, and injured 180 more, at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960. This day serves […]
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March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day
Posted March 20, 2023
Tomorrow, March 21, is World Down Syndrome Day. We encourage the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) community to celebrate this day with us. This year, the theme “With Us, Not For Us” is a reminder that people with Down syndrome need to be part of the work being done to secure them the same […]
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March 20 is French Language Day
Posted March 20, 2023
Today is French Language Day. Established by the United Nations in 2010, French Language Day celebrates multilingualism and cultural diversity. It is also an opportunity to raise awareness of the history, culture and use of the French language worldwide. French Language in the WRDSB In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we are proud […]
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Co-creating Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools
Posted March 14, 2023
Student success is a priority at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Students are successful when they know they have safe, caring and inclusive spaces to learn and grow. Just like school boards across the province, the WRDSB seeks feedback from students about their experiences in school. In fact, the Ministry of Education requires […]
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Recognizing Social Work Week at the WRDSB
Posted March 6, 2023
March is National Social Work Month, and March 6 to 12 is Social Work Week in Ontario. Here at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we are recognizing and celebrating the incredible work of our social work department. Social Work Professionals in the WRDSB The WRDSB’s team of 28 highly skilled social worker clinicians […]
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March 3 – All Evening Rentals, Games and School Events Cancelled
Posted March 3, 2023
Due to the current weather conditions and anticipated forecast, all rental permits, games and school events are cancelled this evening. Please check with your event organizer or coach to see if your event, meeting, or game will be rescheduled at a later date. All Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools […]
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Update to De-streaming in Secondary Schools
Posted March 1, 2023
As Grade 8 students at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) prepare for their entry into Grade 9, we wanted to update families on the de-streaming of Grade 9 and 10 courses. De-streaming in Grade 9 As of September 2022, Grade 9 students are no longer required to choose between Applied or Academic level […]
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February 28: All transportation cancelled, schools are open
Posted February 28, 2023
Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled. All WRDSB schools are open. Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools are open and operating. All transportation, games and competitions for Waterloo County Secondary School Athletics Association (WCSSAA) are cancelled today. As always, families […]
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February 27 – All Evening Rentals, Games and School Events Cancelled
Posted February 27, 2023
Due to the current weather conditions and anticipated forecast, all rental permits, games and school events are cancelled this evening. Please check with your event organizer or coach to see if your event, meeting, or game will be rescheduled at a later date. All Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools […]
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