National AccessAbility Week: May 29 to June 4

Posted May 30, 2022

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) prioritizes accessibility in all that we do. This week is National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada and this year’s NAAW theme is “Inclusive From The Start.” The NAAW is a time to: Celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities Raise awareness of the critical need for accessibility and […]

Menstrual Health Day

Posted May 28, 2022

On May 28, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) acknowledges Menstrual Health Day to promote education around periods, the fight for menstrual equity, and advocacy for policy change. Commonly known as Menstrual Hygiene Day, we are using the word ‘health’ not ‘hygiene’, in alliance with our community partners, in an effort to de-stigmatize periods. […]

Update for Out of Province Remote Learners

Posted May 19, 2022

We have an important update for students and families of students in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) remote learning programs. The Ministry of Education has provided updated direction to school boards for the 2022-23 school year which impacts: Remote learning programs E-Learning courses What is Changing for Students Living Outside Ontario As a […]

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Posted May 17, 2022

May 17 is recognized as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. It was created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by: Two Spirit Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Intersex people All other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics Also on May 17, […]

When Feeling Stressed, Good News Is Best | Caring/Coping/Connecting

Posted May 11, 2022

The newest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can better understand stress, and how it affects us. Stress is a part of life, but we can control what we do when we feel stressed. View the latest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting You’ll also find a selection of community events and resources selected to help support […]

May 1st is National Principal’s Day

Posted April 28, 2022

May 1st is National Principal’s Day! National Principal’s Day Principals and vice-principals lead Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools each and every day. This day recognizes the contributions these front-line leaders make with students, staff, families and community members. The impact of principals and vice-principals extend beyond a single classroom. They set the tone […]

Masking in Schools: Help Us Reduce the Spread of COVID-19

Posted April 22, 2022

As we have throughout the pandemic, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) follows the advice of Region of Waterloo Public Health. Due to the increased spread of COVID-19 in our community at the moment, public health is recommending we use all the tools at our disposal to maximize our layers of protection to reduce […]

Today is the International Day of Pink

Posted April 13, 2022

Wednesday, April 13, 2022 is the International Day of Pink. The International Day of Pink is an opportunity to represent: Inclusion Diversity Courage Solidarity Kindness Acceptance About the International Day of Pink The International Day of Pink started in 2007 by David Shepherd and Travis Price at a high school in Nova Scotia. They witnessed […]

Anticipated Transportation Service Interruptions

Posted April 7, 2022

We have an important update about school bus service for Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students. Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) is having more driver absences because of COVID-19 isolation. As a result, they will need to cancel some bus routes when driver absences cannot be covered. Students and bus drivers are […]

Deadline Extended: Have Your Say – Our Strategic Plan

Posted April 1, 2022

WRDSB parents, caregivers and community members, we want to hear from you! Deadline Extended – Have Your Say You now have until Friday, April 8 to have your say. Take the Survey We want to hear from you about your experiences with the WRDSB. The following individuals are invited to take the survey: Parents and […]

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