Statement regarding Committtee of the Whole Meeting recording January 17, 2022
Posted January 20, 2022
Following the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, January 17, 2022, we would like to express our deep regret for any harm caused to the transgender community. As a school board, we are guided by the Ontario Human Rights Code and committed to doing our best so that all students are affirmed in their identity and see […]
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Graduate Portrait Sessions
Posted January 20, 2022
Dear Graduates of 2022, Graduation Portrait Sessions are now open to book through bookmygrad.ca. March 7 to 11th. Use School Code: PRS March 7th and 8th are currently available to book. More dates will open as spots fill up. Graduation photography sessions will take place at the school, on the stage. If you have any questions […]
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A Message from the Minister of Education to Ontario’s Parents
Posted January 19, 2022
The following is a letter to parents and caregivers, from Minister of Education Stephen Lecce and Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kieran Moore. Dear Parent or Guardian, We know how critical in-person learning is to the mental health, well-being and academic success of Ontario students. As we meet the challenge presented by the Omicron […]
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Celebrating Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker Appreciation Day
Posted January 19, 2022
January 19 is Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker Appreciation Day. On this day, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) asks you to take a moment to acknowledge and show your appreciation to all the incredible Educational Assistants (EAs) and Child and Youth Workers (CYWs) in the WRDSB. The incredible dedication and work […]
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Secondary: Semester Two Update
Posted January 18, 2022
Throughout the pandemic, many staff and students have been looking forward to a return to the pre-pandemic regular semester model in our secondary schools. With the support of the Ministry of Education and Public Health, all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) secondary schools will be moving back to a regular semester model of four […]
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Update on COVID-19 in Schools
Posted January 17, 2022
As students return to the classroom this week, we understand parents and caregivers have questions and concerns over the Ministry of Education’s decision to stop reporting COVID-19 cases in schools. We want to assure you that we will do our best to continue to provide as much information and transparency as possible when it comes […]
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January 17 – All schools closed and transportation cancelled
Posted January 17, 2022
Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools are closed. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre are closed. All WRDSB students will participate in a Weather Impacted Remote Learning day. Educators in both the in-person and […]
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Secondary: In Person and Short Term Virtual Learning
Posted January 14, 2022
In Person Learning Our secondary schools will be reopened on Monday, January 17 for in person learning. School staff are looking forward to welcoming students back to in person classes and ensuring a successful final two weeks of Semester 1. There is no change to the school schedules or bussing. Transition to Semester 2 Ahead […]
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Secondary: Students Daily Confirmation of Screening
Posted January 14, 2022
As part of enhanced safety measures for the return to in-person learning after the Winter Break, the Ministry of Education has directed school boards to verify the daily screening of all students, staff and essential visitors for the first two weeks of in-person school in January 2022 (January 17 to 28). Screening Verification for Secondary […]
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2021 Graduate Update
Posted January 13, 2022
Dear 2021 Grads, Thank you for your patience with us as we work to finalize a virtual ceremony and diploma pick-up. I wanted to send you a brief update so that you are aware of what our plans are to celebrate your graduation. We will be hosting a virtual Commencement ceremony. The link to the […]
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