WRDSB participates in Mental Health Week, May 6-12 2024

Posted May 6, 2024

Since 1951, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) has hosted Mental Health Week during the first week in May, making 2024 the 73rd year. Mental Health Week is a Canadian tradition, with communities, schools and workplaces rallying to celebrate, protect and promote mental health. This week, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is celebrating […]

Wednesday May 8 is a Blended Learning Day

Posted May 4, 2024

On Blended Learning days, secondary teachers engage in Professional Development to support the expansion of de-streaming and single streaming. Blended Learning Days are instructional days, and students can access learning materials via Google Classroom or Brightspace. Students are not required to attend in-person, but may choose to. Students who choose to attend in person should […]

Resources for Multilingual Language Learners (MLL) and Families

Posted May 2, 2024

We are pleased to announce the launch of new Multilingual Language Learner (MLL) resources on our website. These resources are designed to support MLL students, families and caregivers. Multilingual Language Learner (MLL) Online Resources You will find information to support: Families who are moving to Canada Recent newcomers to the region Current MLL students, families […]

2024 Building Community: Advancing Anti-Ableism in Education Symposium

Posted May 2, 2024

You’re invited! Join the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) as we host our first-ever accessibility symposium. When: Thursday, May 30 from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Where: Wilfrid Laurier University – Waterloo Campus – Bricker Building (22 Bricker Avenue, Waterloo, ON N2L 3B4) Parking: For those who register, information about parking will be sent […]

May 1st is National Principal’s Day

Posted May 1, 2024

May 1st is National Principal’s Day! National Principal’s Day The Waterloo Region District School Board is grateful for the leadership our Principals and Vice-Principals provide each and every day. National Principal’s Day recognizes the contributions these front-line leaders make with students, staff, families and the extended community. The impact of Principals and Vice-Principals extends beyond […]

May is Jewish Heritage Month

Posted May 1, 2024

May is Jewish Heritage Month in Canada. The Jewish-Canadian community has existed for more than 250 years. The Jewish-identifying population in Canada is estimated at 400,000. There is prominent representation in Ontario, and in Waterloo Region there is a small, well-represented local community. Jewish Heritage Month is an opportunity for us to recognize and celebrate […]

WRDSB Celebrates Asian Heritage Month 2024

Posted May 1, 2024

May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada. For nearly 250 years, people of Asian heritage have contributed to Canadian history, society, and identity. To celebrate Asian Heritage Month, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) invites students, staff and families to learn more about the diverse cultures and experiences of Asian Canadians and the Asian […]

Tim Walker Memorial Award for Environmental Stewardship – 2023-24 Winners

Posted April 30, 2024

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students and staff are working hard to do their part to make a difference in the environment. We are guided by the wisdom taught to us by First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. They have always been stewards of the land and water and have always recognized a deep […]

Tech Talk Trade Fair and Career Exposition

Posted April 30, 2024

“The 2nd annual Tech Talk Trade Fair and Career Exposition will be taking place at Glenview Park Secondary School on May 22 between 12:30 and 3:30p.m. in both the cafeteria and technological studies hall. Parents are cordially invited to explore the various industry, education, and government displays, as well as take in a variety of […]

A Message from the Minister of Education to Ontario Parents

Posted April 29, 2024

Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, has prepared messages to Ontario families and caregivers about the Provincial Code of Conduct and School Board Codes of Conduct to restrict cellphones and vapes in schools. View this letter as a PDF: English Letter French Letter Letter from the Minister of Education Dear parents, For the first time in […]

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