Email Notifications Sent by School-Day

Posted September 9, 2025

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is aware of reported concerns involving duplicate email notifications being sent to parents, families and caregivers through School-Day. Upon discovery of the incident, WRDSB immediately reported the issue to the vendor. The third-party vendor is working to determine and address the cause, and we are supporting schools with […]

Bus Information & Eligibility – IMPORTANT

Posted September 4, 2025

If your student is eligible for bussing please check STSWR for their bussing information, including their route number and pick up times. Please note that bus numbers, locations & pick up times may have changed for the 2025 – 2026 school year. Please ensure your student has the up to date route information. If you […]

Photo Day is Coming – Monday September 15th

Posted September 4, 2025

Photo Day is Coming! Monday September 15th will be Photo Day for all PHS Students. All students are required to have their photos taken regardless if they are purchasing a photo package. Please note that in order for your student to have a Student Card, they will need to have their photo taken on picture […]

Assistive Technology – Support for Families in September 2025

Posted September 4, 2025

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child? The Assistive Technology Team of the Waterloo […]

Welcome to the 2025-26 School Year in the WRDSB

Posted September 3, 2025

Welcome to the beginning of another school year in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). The 194 school days that lie ahead provide us with the opportunity to see WRDSB students thrive, be supported in their learning, and to experience environments where they will encounter success and feel a sense of belonging at school. […]

2025-2026 School Year Information

Posted August 29, 2025

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt We’re excited to welcome all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students back to school on Wednesday, September 3. […]

Back to School Message from Minister Paul Calandra | Ministry of Education

Posted August 28, 2025

The following message has been shared on behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Education. As we prepare for another school year, Minister of Education Paul Calandra has shared a message for staff, students, families, and caregivers. Read Minister Calandra’s message here: English Version Version française

September 2025 – Important Back to School Information for ALL Students

Posted August 20, 2025

Welcome back Panthers! We have been working hard to prepare for September and we are excited to see you soon. Incoming Grade 9’s are invited to come to Preston on Wednesday, August 27th, from 1-3pm to pick up a start-up package and your school-issued Chromebook. There will be signs in the parking lot directing you […]

Tuesday, September 2 is a PD Day for all WRDSB students

Posted August 19, 2025

Tuesday, September 2, 2025, is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, in person or virtually All board-operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will be closed About Professional Development (PD) Days PD days are held throughout the school year to provide learning opportunities for school-based […]

Students Gather at Eastwood Collegiate Institute for Second Annual UNSDG Expo | #StudentVoice

Posted July 31, 2025

Written by Haniya, a student at Preston High School Eastwood Collegiate Institute’s (ECI) eco club, IMPACT, hosted its second annual “UNSDG Expo,” in collaboration with the Outdoor and Environmental Education Department. The event focused on the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals which aim to bring peace and prosperity for people and the planet. Select […]

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