International and Indigenous Languages Program Registration
Posted September 22, 2021
WRDSB International and Indigenous Languages Program The International and Indigenous Languages Program is pleased to provide virtual language classes for the 2021-2022 school year. In order to provide more equitable and inclusive learning opportunities for all students, the Waterloo Region District School Board is currently accepting registrations for the International and Indigenous Languages Program (IILP). The […]
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Process for COVID Case Notifications at GCI
Posted September 17, 2021
We respect the need for families to have timely notification in the event of any confirmed positive COVID cases in their child’s classroom. Last year, school staff made individual phone calls to families. While this ensured immediate two-way communication, we also appreciate that this resulted in a delay of several hours, especially in instances where dozens of families needed to be notified. Since over […]
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Starting Secondary Interschool Sports in the WRDSB
Posted September 17, 2021
Starting Monday, September 20, sports will resume at Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) secondary schools. We are excited that our secondary athletes and teams will be able to start next week. WRDSB staff have developed protocols and guidelines to ensure everyone has equitable access and opportunity to safely participate in sports. To prioritize safety, […]
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Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day
Posted September 10, 2021
September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day and serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health touches many in our schools and in our community. We know that as part of our ongoing work to reduce the risk of suicide for those in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we strive to […]
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Supporting Student Well-being for the Return to School
Posted September 7, 2021
As part of our ongoing work to assist students and families during the transition back to school, we wanted to remind families of the many resources available to support student mental health and well-being. Even at the best of times, some children experience more challenges than others when it comes to going to school. These […]
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A Message from the Minister of Education for Ontario Parents and Families
Posted September 3, 2021
Dear Ontario Parents, We hope your summer is going very well. With the return to in-person learning this September, we are excited to see students heading back to class for a more normal learning experience – alongside their friends and teachers. We know that in-person learning is essential for the mental and physical health, academic […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]