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 […]

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 […]

Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, are PD Days

Posted August 18, 2026

Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026, are professional development (PD) days 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 […]

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