Sept 8 Schedule, General Info, Construction Update

Posted August 28, 2026

Hello GCI Students, Caregivers/Guardians and Families, As we prepare to begin a new school year, I am so excited to welcome our students back to GCI. We are especially looking forward to welcoming our incoming Grade 9 Ghosts to the Castle. This time of year is always filled with excitement; we look forward to another […]

Football Update

Posted August 28, 2026

Hello GCI Students, Caregivers/Guardians and Families, Earlier this summer, we shared that we were hopeful we would be able to offer a football program at GCI for the 2026–27 school year. At that time, our ability to move forward depended on ensuring a qualified coaching staff to safely support our student-athletes. We are very pleased […]

Support for GCI Football

Posted July 20, 2026

Hello GCI parents, families and caregivers,

At Galt Collegiate Institute (GCI), we are committed to offering students a range of extracurricular opportunities and experiences from athletics to clubs and more.

As we look towards the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year, as with all extracurricular activities, we are considering the program offerings and experiences we are able to provide for students. We hope to continue to offer a football program for the 2026-2027 school year. We know that secondary school football is important for many of those who have been involved in the past, as well as for those students who are planning to participate in athletics in the coming school year.

We continue to explore all possible avenues to support a viable football program, including ensuring that we have the appropriate number of qualified, trained individuals available as coaches.

Our focus, as always, is on ensuring the safety and well-being of GCI students at school and as they take part in extracurricular activities such as athletics. We also must be mindful of the obligations we have to the guidelines for football programs at secondary schools, outlined by OPHEA, WCSSAA and OFSAA.

We are grateful to those in our school community who have come forward to offer their services, and we will continue to be guided by the required qualifications and training when making decisions regarding those who will be able to supervise or coach the football program. If you have the necessary skills, experience and qualifications for coaching football at the secondary school level (or know of another individual who does), please reach out to our school at gci@wrdsb.ca.

We remain committed to supporting a well-rounded experience for all GCI students that includes numerous extracurricular athletics, clubs and activities during their time at school. While we are working to support the continuation of our football program, students continue to have access to a wide range of extracurricular athletics and activities to get involved, develop their skills, build friendships and experience school spirit. We will share additional updates on the football program before the start of the school year.

Thank you for your support and partnership in supporting our students this year. We can’t wait to welcome them back to school in September!

Adrian Blair
Principal, Galt Collegiate Institute

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Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year

Posted September 8, 2026

Today marks the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year and we are excited for the many learning opportunities and experiences that this year will bring for Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Students. For many staff in the WRDSB the summer break is an opportunity to recharge and connect with family and friends, while for […]

Opt-In to Receive a WRDSB Chromebook – Grade 7 to 12 Students

Posted September 8, 2026

Parents, families and caregivers of students in Grade 7 to 12 may still opt-in to receive a Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB)-provided Chromebook for the 2026-2027 school year. Students with Special Education (SEA) devices are not required to complete the opt-in process. They should continue to use the device assigned to them. How to […]

Updates to Assessment and Evaluation for Grade 9 to 12 Students

Posted September 8, 2026

Starting September 2026, the Ministry of Education has introduced new requirements for how final marks are determined in Grade 9 to 12. These changes apply to all publicly funded school boards in Ontario, including the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Changes for Grade 9 to 12 Students Grade 9 to 12 students will continue […]

2026-2027 School Year Information

Posted September 4, 2026

View a translated version of this post by visiting the main WRDSB website. We’re excited to welcome all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students back to school on Tuesday, September 8. Below, parents, families and caregivers will find important information they need to know for the beginning of the school year. School Information for […]

WRDSB Launches Student and Family Support Office

Posted September 1, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) acknowledges the positive impact parent, family and caregiver engagement has on student achievement and well-being.  To support ongoing connection with our community, the WRDSB has launched the Student and Family Support Office, in alignment with the Ministry of Education’s Policy/Program Memorandum No. 170 – School Board Communication with […]

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