OSSLT for Secondary Students in 2023-24
Posted November 1, 2023
To get their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students in Grades 10 to 12 must meet the literacy graduation requirement. Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) In Ontario, the OSSLT is the standard method used to test students’ literacy skills. Its purpose is to support students to meet the provincial literacy requirement to graduate. Students […]
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Literacy Initiatives Update: Caregiver’s Information Evening
Posted October 31, 2023
Are you curious about how students in Grades 7 – 12 are being supported in their reading? Would you like an understanding about the literacy initiatives occurring across these grades? Do you wonder how explicit reading instruction can help your student thrive? We’d like to invite you to join us for a Literacy evening at […]
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WRDSB shares 2022-23 Board Improvement and Equity Plan outcomes
Posted October 31, 2023
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to transforming the education system so that identity and social location no longer predict outcomes for students. The 2022-2023 school year was the first year of implementation of the Board Improvement and Equity Plan (BIEP). The BIEP is what supports the implementation and achievement of the […]
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Monday, November 13 is a PD Day for all WRDSB students
Posted October 30, 2023
Monday, November 13, 2023, 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 […]
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Upcoming Post-Secondary Events
Posted October 30, 2023
Dear Preston Families, Upcoming Post-Secondary Events for Students and their Parents/ Guardians: ONTARIO COLLEGE INFORMATION PROGRAM (CIP) in Kitchener ALL Ontario Colleges have a booth where a college representative will answer your questions ALL Conestoga College Programs also will be located in a different areas where attendees can talk to representatives Monday October 30, 2023 from 5:30-7:30 pm […]
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Categories: 2023 - 2024 School Year · Events · Grade 12 · Graduates · Guidance Tags: Ontario College Information · Ontario University Information
Don’t Miss It: Assistive Technology – Support for Families in Fall 2023
Posted October 30, 2023
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 Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Español Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) SEA Assistive […]
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Information Regarding the 2023 Fall Writing of the OSSLT (Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test) for Preston Students
Posted October 30, 2023
On BOTH Tuesday November 21 AND Tuesday November 28th any Grade 11 or 12 student who was previously eligible, but have not yet written the test or who have not yet been successful, will be writing the Ontario Secondary Schools Literacy Test (OSSLT). Students must successfully complete this literacy requirement for the granting of their […]
Ensuring Safe and Welcoming Spaces for All Students, Families and Staff
Posted October 30, 2023
In light of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and the ongoing challenges faced by students and their families, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) wants to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to making our schools safe and welcoming spaces for all. WRDSB’s primary focus remains on creating inclusive environments where students feel safe, […]
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Preston Spirit Wear on Sale NOW!
Posted October 27, 2023
Dear Preston Panthers, It’s time to show Panther Pride. We are excited to launch the 2023/2024 spirit wear! Each item is customizable, comes in a variety of sizes and colours! Click here to view the online store. Please use PASSWORD: PRES.CAM Deadline for order is November 19th
Categories: 2023 - 2024 School Year · Spiritwear Tags: 2023/24 Spirit Wear
Community Engagement | Transforming Education Through Engagement
Posted October 27, 2023
At the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) we’re transforming education in partnership with those we serve. Student academic achievement and well-being are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to making our schools places where every student can succeed. However, we know we can’t do this without the partnership of the […]
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