Transition To Life

Posted April 28, 2016

Do you have an ASD diagnosis? Are you wondering about what your life after high school will look like? Consider the certificate program at Conestoga College called Transition to Life.  In 12 weeks, you will gain an understanding of your diagnosis, learn about supports at school and in the community, and start the transition to […]

The 2016-17 School Year Calendar is Here!

Posted April 27, 2016

The 2016-17 School Year Calendar has been approved by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and by the Ontario Ministry of Education. The first day of school for 2016-17 school year is Tuesday, September 6, 2016. View the calendars: 2016-17 School Year Information Elementary Secondary – Semestered Schools Secondary – Waterloo-Oxford DSS

Free SCIS Workshops for Parents and Caregivers

Posted April 21, 2016

Creating Safe and Inclusive Schools and Communities Presented by Harmony Movement, in partnership with the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and Waterloo Catholic District School Board. We are pleased to offer these workshops for families on a variety of topics! Here is what you can expect: Interactive and engaging content Learn skills to enhance […]

Preston Panthers were there!

Posted April 15, 2016

It was a privilege for some young women from PHS to be part of Perimeter Institute’s Inspiring Women in Science conference when Prime Minister Justin Trudeau joined the panel of women to provide true inspiration and motivation to the theatre of high school students.  Awesome day for all!  

PIC Family Event Fast Approaching!

Posted April 1, 2016

For the fifth year in a row, the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) and the Waterloo Region Assembly of Public School Councils (WRAPSC) is hosting their free annual family event for parents, guardians and the community! The theme for this year’s parent conference is Strengthening Family-School Relationships – Achieving Excellence and Well-being for all Students. REGISTER NOW! Date: […]

Safe, Caring & Inclusive School Surveys are Here!

Posted April 1, 2016

Safe, Caring & Inclusive School surveys are important tools which help schools assess the current culture within a school. The survey for parents and guardians, captures perceptions from students, parents, and staff relating to issues such as character development, equity and inclusion, safe schools, and variables that contribute to a healthy school environment. Please take the […]

Attention Gr 10 /11 Students Interested in University

Posted March 29, 2016

The University of Guelph is hosting a one-day Interaction Conference for high school students who have a passion for learning and a desire to continue their education beyond the secondary school level.  It is an excellent opportunity for students to get an introduction to university living and learning with over 40 different sessions to choose […]

Attention Parents of Students with Special Needs

Posted March 29, 2016

Planned Lifetime Networks is hosting sessions for parents of students with special needs in Cambridge on April 7, 11, and 28. Topics include Hensen Trust wills and Ontario Disability Support Programs.  The flyers below include a description and location for each session, as well as the registration information.   PLNFlyerFuturePlanningApril7.28 PLNFlyerFuturePlanningApril11

Cake Auctioned POSTPONED

Posted March 24, 2016

Unfortunately, due to the school closures in the WRDSB, this year’s Cake Auction will be POSTPONED until a later date. We will inform everyone of this date sometime next week. We apologize to anyone who baked a cake (there were some amazing ones out there), and we hope that you will be motivated to make […]

Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test Info for March 31st

Posted March 24, 2016

  This is a reminder that on Thursday, March 31st all grade 10 and other eligible students will write the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. The administration of the test has implications for all PHS students. Please listen carefully. The test will be administered from 8:20 until 11:25am.  Students not writing the test will be […]

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