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 […]

Share Your Thoughts – Mental Health and Addiction Strategy

Posted March 18, 2025

The Ministry of Education recognizes the importance of student well-being as a requirement for academic achievement. The WRDSB Mental Health and Addictions Strategy As a result, they require every school board in Ontario to have a three-year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy. These plans guide our work around student mental health and well-being across the […]

Monday, March 31 is a PD Day for All WRDSB Students

Posted March 18, 2025

Monday, March 31, 2025, 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 […]

Assistive Technology – Support for Families from March to June 2025

Posted March 17, 2025

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 (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child? The SEA Assistive Technology Team of the […]

Recognizing Social Work Week at the WRDSB

Posted March 3, 2025

March is National Social Work Month, and March 3 to 9 is Social Work Week in Ontario. Here at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we are recognizing and celebrating the incredible work of our social work department. Social Work Professionals in the WRDSB The WRDSB’s team of highly skilled social worker clinicians supports: […]

March Lunch and Learn Sessions for Families and Caregivers

Posted February 26, 2025

As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) families and caregivers, our psychology staff are offering a number of Lunch and Learn sessions. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting their […]

Measles Update from Region of Waterloo Public Health

Posted February 24, 2025

There has been increased measles activity in Southwestern Ontario. This includes confirmed cases in neighbouring areas. Measles cases are usually linked to travel outside of Ontario and are highly contagious. A single case can result in local outbreaks, particularly among unimmunized people. Update from Region of Waterloo Public Health Region of Waterloo Public Health asks […]

February 26 is Pink Shirt Day

Posted February 19, 2025

Wednesday, February 26 is Pink Shirt Day. Let’s take a stand against bullying of all kinds. Bullying has no place in schools or in our community. Pink Shirt Day in the WRDSB The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) invites you to wear pink and show your commitment to creating safe, positive and inclusive school […]

February 13 – All Evening Rentals Cancelled

Posted February 13, 2025

Due to the effects of this weather event, all rental permits, games and school events are cancelled this evening. Please check with your event organizer to see if your event or meeting will be rescheduled at a later date. All Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools are closed.

WRAPSC to Host February 18 Provincial Candidates Debate

Posted February 13, 2025

Families and caregivers: You are invited to attend a provincial candidates debate for the Waterloo Region District School Board catchment area on February 18, hosted by the Waterloo Region Assembly Public School Councils (WRAPSC). Event Details Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Grand River Collegiate (175 Indian Rd., Kitchener) Moderator: Angie Hallman […]

Thursday, February 13, 2025: All schools closed and transportation cancelled

Posted February 12, 2025

Due to the forecast weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools will be closed on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre will be closed. The WRDSB will support the continuity of students’ learning through asynchronous […]

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