Black Parent Information Night – April 30, 2024

Posted April 23, 2024

The Waterloo Region District School Board and Rhythm and Blues Cambridge invites families and caregivers of African, Caribbean and Black identifying (ACBi) students to Black Parent Information Night Cambridge. Date: April 30, 2024 Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: Galt Collegiate Institute and Vocational School, 200 Water St. N., Cambridge ON Childcare, GRT tickets and a light meal […]

Instructional Support/Evaluation Days – April 17th-18th, 2024

Posted April 15, 2024

We would like to remind our families that Wednesday, April 17th and Thursday, April 18th are Instructional Support and Evaluation Days. On these days, students may complete work remotely from home.  Teachers will communicate expectations for these days to their students and notify specific students if in-person attendance is required.  Students that attend in-person will follow a regular, […]

Yearbook 2023-2024 available for pre-order now!

Posted April 5, 2024

Your school memories … cover to cover Order your 2023-2024 yearbook today by going to ybpay.ca or scanning the QR code on the attached flyer. Yearbook 2023-2024  

Southwood Secondary Presents … Mamma Mia!

Posted April 5, 2024

Follow @sssdrama on Instagram for updates! Event Dates: May 1st – May 4th, 2024 Wednesday, May 1st, 7PM EST Thursday, May 2nd, 7PM EST Friday, May 3rd, 7PM EST Saturday, May 4th, 2PM EST General Seating Only Event Address: Southwood Secondary School 30 Southwood Drive, Cambridge ON  N1S 4K3 Ticket Price: $10 cash only Ticket reservation […]

Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) – April 15 & 16, 2024

Posted April 2, 2024

On April 15th and 16th, 2024 Grade 10 students will participate in the OSSLT (Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test).  The test will take place in their period A homeroom classes over the 2 day period.   What is the OSSLT? All students must successfully complete the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) in order to earn […]

May Lunch and Learn Sessions for Families and Caregivers

Posted April 24, 2024

As part of our ongoing efforts to support WRDSB families and caregivers, our psychology staff are offering a number of Lunch and Learn sessions. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting their children.  Lunch and Learn Sessions […]

Director chanicka Joins SpeakUp! International Inc. as a Podcast Guest

Posted April 23, 2024

Director jeewan chanicka was recently featured as a special guest on the SpeakUP! International Inc. podcast. jeewan chanicka’s Blueprint for Inclusive Academic Excellence and Community Empowerment In the podcast, Director chanicka shares his insights about: Complexities of promoting culturally responsive leadership Moving beyond resiliency to creating conditions for students to thrive Importance of prioritizing marginalized […]

April 22 is Earth Day

Posted April 22, 2024

Today, April 22, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) celebrates Earth Day. Every year more than a billion people recognize Earth Day around the world. It is a day of action to change human behaviour and create global, national, and local policy changes. The environmental stewardship we are challenged to uphold every Earth Day […]

Announcing a New Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-being

Posted April 16, 2024

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Bobbie Chatha as a new Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-Being, effective April 29, 2024. Bobbie’s career spans over two decades, marked by progressive leadership roles and a deep commitment to fostering a culture of Human Rights and Equity within the educational landscape. Before joining the Waterloo […]

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