Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year

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 […]

Updates to Assessment and Evaluation for Grade 9 to 12 Students

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

Reflecting on the Accomplishments of the 2025-2026 School Year in the WRDSB

With the end of the 2025-2026 school year nearly upon us, we would like to share our congratulations to all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students, staff, parents, families and caregivers. Each day, WRDSB students brought energy, excitement and enthusiasm to their learning. Supported by skilled, caring and dedicated educators and staff, they were […]

Celebrating Student Achievement

With the end of the 2025-26 school year just around the corner, we are recognizing the outstanding secondary students from across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) for their incredible achievements. WRDSB students are leaders, academic achievers, community-builders and are the heart of the schools where they learn. We are so proud of every […]

Late Chromebook Opt-In for Grade 6 to 12 Students

You will be invited to opt-in to receive a Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB)-provided Chromebook for the 2026-2027 school year if: You are the parent, family or caregiver of a student currently in Grade 6 to 8 You are the parent, family or caregiver of a Grade 9 to 12 student who is newly […]

June is Pride Month in the WRDSB

June is Pride Month. It’s a chance to reflect on and celebrate the contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ community to our community and the world.  About Pride Month Since 2016, WRDSB has proudly raised the Pride flag at every building across our school board as a symbol of recognition and support to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, while also […]

National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day 2026

June is National Indigenous History Month, and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) looks forward to commemorating National Indigenous History Month throughout June and to recognizing National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21st. This important time allows us to honour the voices, experiences, and contributions of First […]

June 1 is Ontario Day

On Monday, June 1, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will recognize Ontario Day. Introduced in 2021 through Bill 173, Ontario Day recognizes the contributions Ontarians have made to the province’s social, economic, political and cultural fabric.  This year, the Ministry of Education is asking students, staff, and school communities to come together to […]

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