WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day

Posted November 6, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will join other Ontario government buildings and establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast from Friday, November 6 to Monday November 9 in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day on Sunday, November 8. On November 11, flags will be flown at half-mast from […]

Midterm Assessment/Evaluation Day November 12, 2026

Posted November 6, 2026

Dear Galt Students, Families, Caregivers/Guardians,

As we near the midterm Assessment and Evaluation Day (Nov. 12th), we would like to remind you of the following information.

Our Midterm Evaluation Days for 2026-2027 are:

– November 12 for Semester 1 (Week 2)
– April 19 for Semester 2 (Week 2)

Important things to know:

– School buses will run on their regular schedule.
– Students are not required to attend school unless they have been invited by their individual teachers.
– Teachers will communicate with individual students and classes of their requirement to attend.
– If a student is invited by the teacher, and does not attend, that student will be marked absent.
– November 12 is a Week 2, with classes scheduled as Blocks A B D C, the same times as a regular school day.
– Please reach out to your student’s teacher should you have any course specific questions. The main office is also here to help.

~GCI Staff

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KCI celebrates Islamic Heritage Month

Posted November 6, 2026

In October, Waterloo Region District School Board students (WRDSB) gathered at Kitchener-Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational School (KCI) for a day of learning and connection in celebration of Islamic Heritage Month. The theme of the event was “Salaam – Paix – Peace.” The event featured community speakers, cultural performances and interactive learning opportunities.The opening keynote speaker, […]

Don’t Miss It: Assistive Technology – Support for Families in November and December

Posted November 6, 2026

Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Assistive Technology Team of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is available to support you. Throughout November and December, they will host multiple learning sessions focused on digital tools that can help support children in Kindergarten to Grade 12. […]

November Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers

Posted November 3, 2026

As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, families and caregivers, our Psychology staff are offering several Lunch and Learn sessions. This month’s webinar aims to equip parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting their children.  Lunch and Learn Sessions “Hurry […]

Outcomes for the 2025-26 Board Improvement and Equity Plan (BIEP)

Posted November 3, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to supporting all students to: Achieve academic success Feel a sense of belonging The 2025-2026 school year was the fourth year of implementing the Board Improvement and Equity Plan (BIEP). We have: Summarized our performance indicators Reflected on the implementation of our BIEP strategies and actions […]

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