Explore Your Future: Career Speaker Expo
Posted October 20, 2026
Students in Grades 7 to 12 and their parents, families and caregivers are invited to attend and learn about career options and future pathways at the Explore Your Future Career Expo. Organized by the Business and Education Partnership (BEP) of Waterloo Region, the event will allow attendees to: Learn about local colleges, universities, and training […]
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WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for Tragedy at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
Posted October 20, 2026
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will join other Ontario government buildings and establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast until further notice, to mark the tragedy that occurred at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, in Alberta, on October 17, 2026.
Assistive Technology – Support for Families in Fall 2026
Posted October 19, 2026
View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Assistive Technology Team of […]
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Monday, October 26 is a PD Day for all WRDSB students
Posted October 6, 2026
Monday, October 26, 2026, is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, in person or virtually All Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will be closed About Professional Development (PD) Days PD days are held throughout the school year […]
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Applications Open for Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grant for School Projects
Posted October 6, 2026
Parents, families and caregivers are invited to share their ideas for potential school projects for the 2026-27 Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grant. What is the PRO Grant? Provided by the Ministry of Education, the Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grant allows school boards to work with their Parent Involvement Committee and/or school councils to develop projects […]
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A Reminder About Disconnecting From Work for WRDSB Staff
Posted October 5, 2026
Supporting the health and well-being of our staff and students is a priority for the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Helping staff establish healthy boundaries between work and home is a key part of this commitment. When we prioritize mental health, we strengthen our collective ability to support students effectively. As part of a […]
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Back to School Message from Minister Paul Calandra | Ministry of Education
Posted September 9, 2026
The following message has been shared on behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Education. As we prepare for another school year, Minister of Education Paul Calandra has shared a message for staff, students, families, and caregivers. Read Minister Calandra’s message here: English Version Version française
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]