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 […]

Picture Day September 2026

Posted September 1, 2026

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 […]

Welcome back Panthers!

Posted August 25, 2026

Hello Panthers, We are looking forward to welcoming all our GPSS students on the first day of school – Tuesday September 8th – but are especially excited to see our newest GPS, Grade 9 Panthers. Please take a look at the newsletter below, the Main Office opens on Monday August 31st for phone calls and […]

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 […]

Turn Your Ideas Into Action: Apply for the Youth Creativity Fund

Posted June 29, 2026

Students ages 15-18 in Waterloo Region may be interested in exploring the Youth Creativity Fund, which provides microgrants of up to $1,000 to support youth-led ideas, projects, and community initiatives. About the Youth Creativity Fund Whether it’s starting a club, testing a business idea, creating something new, or addressing a community challenge, students are encouraged […]

Celebrating WRDSB EcoSchools Efforts in 2025-26

Posted June 26, 2026

We’re proud to share and celebrate the efforts of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools that took part in the EcoSchools program in the 2025-26 school year. EcoSchools in the WRDSB EcoSchools supports teachers and students with addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through environmental action. WRDSB schools have been participating in […]

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