Welcome Back to School!
Posted September 2, 2022
It’s almost time to welcome your child back to school. We are very excited to begin the 2022-2023 school year! We have a couple of reminders and updates for you as you get ready for the first day back: – The first day of school is Tuesday, September 6th. School starts at 8:30am. School ends […]
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Opening More Pathways, For More Students with De-streaming
Posted June 26, 2025
De-streaming is helping us build an education system where all students have access to a rigorous curriculum. Students experience learning environments with high expectations, meaningful learning opportunities, and the right supports and resources for the students who need them. De-streaming is Opening Pathways for Students De-streaming means that more students have broader options available to […]
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Reflecting on Our Shared Achievements in the 2024-2025 School Year
Posted June 26, 2025
As we reach the end of the 2024-2025 school year in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we want to celebrate and recognize all that we have accomplished in support of student learning, achievement and well-being, and share our best wishes for the summer. Each day in the WRDSB, students enjoy welcoming and safe […]
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Access Restored – WRDSB Network
Posted June 26, 2025
UPDATE: The issues we were experiencing this morning have been resolved. Information Technology Services (ITS) will continue to monitor throughout the day to ensure the system remains stable. We thank you for your patience while we worked on resolving the issue. We want to provide an update on a technical issue currently impacting network services […]
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WRDSB System-wide Network Outage
Posted June 26, 2025
We want to provide an update on a technical issue currently impacting network services at Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and the Education Centre. At this time, our phones may be unable to make or receive phone calls. WRDSB Information Technology Services is aware of the issue, and is working on a resolution. […]
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An Inclusive Competition of Strength, Stamina, and Endurance
Posted June 25, 2025
The annual Tinman Triathlon at Elmira District Secondary School (EDSS) brought together over 200 students and volunteers from schools across the Waterloo Region in a celebration of perseverance, community, and inclusive athleticism. Rooted in the principles of equity, Tinman champions accessible athletic programming that supports both physical and mental well-being. The event encourages students […]
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Announcing a New Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-being
Posted June 24, 2025
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jamila Maliha as a new Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-Being, effective August 1, 2025. Jamila brings over 26 years of experience in public education, marked by a strong commitment to student achievement, equity, and inclusive leadership. Her career has spanned diverse roles—from classroom teacher and […]
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Responding to Extreme Heat Conditions
Posted June 20, 2025
The weather is warming up in Waterloo Region, and all across North America. Please note how we are responding to support the health and well-being of students and staff in Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools. Prioritizing Student Safety and Well-being As we respond to extreme heat conditions, the safety and well-being of students […]
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Virtual Workshop Series for Parents and Caregivers of Children with Learning Disabilities or ADHD
Posted June 20, 2025
Parents and caregivers of children with learning disabilities or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in Grade 7 or 8 are invited to take part in a virtual workshop series, offered by the Regional Assessment and Resource Centre (RARC). About the Virtual Workshop Series The Successful Transitions from Elementary to Post-Secondary (STEPS) program has been operating for over […]
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June 18 is Supervision Monitor and Cafeteria Assistant Appreciation Day
Posted June 18, 2025
June 18 is Supervision Monitor and Cafeteria Assistant Appreciation Day in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB)! Supervision Monitor and Cafeteria Assistant Appreciation Day Today is an opportunity to share just how important these staff are to the success of WRDSB students. Each and every day, they work directly with students. They build trusting […]
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Use the WRDSB Link – 2025-26 Before and After School Registration
Posted June 16, 2025
Registration for the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Before & After School Program for the 2025-26 school year opens today, Monday, June 16, 2025. Register Using the WRDSB Link Please use the WRDSB registration link. OneList has informed us that registration using other links or pathways may take longer. When Can I Register? Learn […]
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