Ventilation in WRDSB Schools

Posted September 3, 2021

As announced on August 4, the Ministry of Education has asked school boards to provide their communities with a standardized ventilation report. This will enhance transparency for school communities, including students, parents and staff, and provide consistent communication across the province. In response to the Ministry of Education requirement, the Waterloo Region District School Board […]

Welcome Back: A message from our Director and Associate Director

Posted September 3, 2021

Dear students, parents, caregivers, families and community members, Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year! Although we’re all excited to grow, learn and make new friends; we also have questions and even feel a little nervous. Our Associate Director Lila Read, and Director of Education jeewan chanicka came together to welcome us all back to another […]

Secondary: Students Daily Confirmation of Screening

Posted September 2, 2021

As part of enhanced safety measures for the return to in-person learning for students across Ontario, 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 school (September 7 to 17). Screening Verification for Secondary Students Similar to last […]

2021-2022 School Year Information

Posted September 2, 2021

We’re excited to welcome all our students, from Kindergarten to Grade 12, back to school. Below, families will find important information they need to know for the beginning of the school year.  School Information for Parents, Caregivers and Families Our online information package is now updated for the 2021-2022 school year. Please take a few […]

Secondary Remote Learning Program Update

Posted September 2, 2021

Dear students, parents, and caregivers, Welcome to the Secondary Remote Learning Program (SRLP) for the 2021-2022 school year! Secondary Remote Learning Guide We are looking forward to working with you in our secondary remote learning classrooms in 2021-2022. We have some important information and updates about the program to share with you. The Secondary Remote […]

Cafeteria Services and Nutrition for Learning

Posted September 1, 2021

As we continue with a cautious start to the school year, Aramark cafeteria services at Secondary schools will not resume operations until October 18, 2021. After this date cafeteria services will resume in a limited capacity at some Secondary schools. Secondary students are encouraged to either bring their lunches or to take advantage of other […]

Guidance Department Update

Posted August 31, 2021

Dear Students, This week, Guidance Counsellors will be working to resolve timetable conflicts. In the event that they need to speak with you, they will be calling you on the number we have connected to your home. Please make every attempt to make yourself available for these calls or to call back as soon as […]

Frequently Asked Questions – New School Year

Posted August 28, 2021

Dear Panthers! We are eagerly awaiting the return of in-person learning and looking forward to welcoming our students back to PHS next week!   Please click on the document link below for some important details that may help to alleviate any questions you may have as you prepare to return to school.  FAQ Doc for Website

Grade 9 Chromebook Pick-Up

Posted August 27, 2021

Dear Grade 9 Families

We are looking forward to welcoming our newest Panthers to PHS!

As part of the Grade 9 preparation process, secondary schools issue Chromebooks to all incoming students.  The Chromebooks will remain in their possession until they Graduate in Grade 12.

Chromebook distribution this year will take place on Thursday, September 2nd between the hours of 2pm to 4pm, and Friday, September 3rd between the hours of 11am and 12 noon at the main entrance of the school.  Students, at this time, are not allowed inside the premises but staff will be on hand at the main entrance to answer questions and commence distribution.

Please click on this link to access the Chromebook Letter and Instructions.  Once you have read the information please click on the following Google Form to indicate acknowledgment and agreement of the Contract.  Please ensure that you sign the digital contract before picking up the Chromebook.  Paper copies of the contract will be available for students who are unable to access the digital version.

If you are unable to pick up the Chromebook at one of those times, your child will receive the Chromebook on the first day of school.

If you have any questions please contact our main office at 519 653 2367.

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Health and Safety Updates for September 2021

Posted August 24, 2021

As we prepare to start school on September 7, here is some health and safety information for students learning in-person at school. In case you missed the updates we shared on August 13, you can find them here: August 13th Elementary Update August 13th Secondary Update Health and Safety Updates for In-Person Learning The Waterloo […]

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