The Collaborative Nature of Music
Posted March 25, 2025
Music can be many things. It can be emotive, transformative, and expressive. In addition to all of these qualities, when it comes to our schools, music is also collaborative. In partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University’s Faculty of Music and the Penderecki String Quartet, students from Eastwood, Grand River, and Waterloo Collegiate Institutes attended a two-day […]
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March 20 is French Language Day
Posted March 20, 2025
Today is French Language Day. Established by the United Nations in 2010, French Language Day celebrates multilingualism and cultural diversity. It is also an opportunity to raise awareness of the history, culture and use of the French language worldwide. French Language in the WRDSB In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we are proud […]
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Reflecting on Black History Month in the WRDSB
Posted March 19, 2025
Every day, we strive to recognize and celebrate Black Brilliance in our schools and classrooms. February was Black History Month and provides an opportunity to put a spotlight on the work taking place across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). We want to share just a snippet of the incredible things that happened this […]
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Share Your Thoughts – Mental Health and Addiction Strategy
Posted March 18, 2025
The Ministry of Education recognizes the importance of student well-being as a requirement for academic achievement. The WRDSB Mental Health and Addictions Strategy As a result, they require every school board in Ontario to have a three-year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy. These plans guide our work around student mental health and well-being across the […]
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Monday, March 31 is a PD Day for All WRDSB Students
Posted March 18, 2025
Monday, March 31, 2025, is a professional development (PD) day 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 opportunities for school-based […]
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Recognizing Social Work Week at the WRDSB
Posted March 3, 2025
March is National Social Work Month, and March 3 to 9 is Social Work Week in Ontario. Here at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we are recognizing and celebrating the incredible work of our social work department. Social Work Professionals in the WRDSB The WRDSB’s team of highly skilled social worker clinicians supports: […]
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Measles Update from Region of Waterloo Public Health
Posted February 24, 2025
There has been increased measles activity in Southwestern Ontario. This includes confirmed cases in neighbouring areas. Measles cases are usually linked to travel outside of Ontario and are highly contagious. A single case can result in local outbreaks, particularly among unimmunized people. Update from Region of Waterloo Public Health Region of Waterloo Public Health asks […]
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February 26 is Pink Shirt Day
Posted February 19, 2025
Wednesday, February 26 is Pink Shirt Day. Let’s take a stand against bullying of all kinds. Bullying has no place in schools or in our community. Pink Shirt Day in the WRDSB The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) invites you to wear pink and show your commitment to creating safe, positive and inclusive school […]
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February 13 – All Evening Rentals Cancelled
Posted February 13, 2025
Due to the effects of this weather event, all rental permits, games and school events are cancelled this evening. Please check with your event organizer to see if your event or meeting will be rescheduled at a later date. All Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools are closed.
Thursday, February 13, 2025: All schools closed and transportation cancelled
Posted February 12, 2025
Due to the forecast weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools will be closed on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre will be closed. The WRDSB will support the continuity of students’ learning through asynchronous […]
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