January 18th, 2024

Thursday, February 1, 2024, is a professional development (PD) day for secondary school staff.

• Students in Grades 9 to 12 will not attend school, in person or virtually
• Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 will attend school on their regular schedule
• All Board-operated Extended Day Programs will operate at their regular hours

About Professional Development (PD) Days

PD days are held throughout the school year to provide learning opportunities for school-based staff. This professional learning focuses on providing educators and staff with the knowledge and skills needed to support and enhance:

• Student achievement
• Student well being

What Secondary School Staff Are Learning

Thursday, February 1, 2024 – Full Day Session

• Focus:
  • School Learning and Improvement
  • Student Achievement
• Formats: In-person
• Learning delivery methods:
  • Small and large group discussions
  • Individual work
• Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): Waterloo Region District School Board
• Schools Participating: All Secondary schools

Content of Staff Learning

• Professional learning in support of:
  • Student well-being and achievement
  • School learning and improvement goals

Learn more about Professional Development for School Staff on the WRDSB website.

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