Pink Shirt Day is Wednesday, February 23

Posted February 18, 2022

Wednesday, February 23 is Pink Shirt Day and we encourage the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) community to participate with us by taking a stand against bullying of all kinds.  For almost two years, much of our everyday interactions have shifted to being online. Whether it has been to learn, work, keep in touch […]

February 18 – All schools closed and transportation cancelled

Posted February 18, 2022

Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools are closed. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre are closed. All WRDSB students will participate in a Weather Impacted Remote Learning day. Educators in both the in-person and […]

Update on Anticipated Transportation Service Interruptions

Posted February 17, 2022

This is an important update from Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) which continues to experience bus driver shortages. STSWR and their service providers continue to work hard to address staffing pressures and service shortfalls, through enhanced recruiting efforts and we are beginning to see the results. The additional staffing pressure of the latest […]

Friday, February 18 is Black Brilliance Day

Posted February 16, 2022

Our first Black Brilliance Day will be held on Friday, February 18 in schools that currently have a Black Students’ Association or Union (BSA/U). Black Brilliance Day is an opportunity for all Black students to stand boldly, proudly and unapologetically in their African ancestry and Black identities. Last fall, we hosted a t-shirt design competition. […]

February is Psychology Month

Posted February 15, 2022

Psychology in the WRDSB At the WRDSB, Psychology staff work with students, staff and parents to support learning and development, as well as student well-being and mental health. Each school in our district has a Psychological Services consultant who provides assessments, consultation and intervention support. WRDSB Psychology staff play an integral role in providing a […]

School Vaccine Clinics for Children Aged 5 to 11

Posted February 15, 2022

Region of Waterloo Public Health will be hosting walk-in vaccine clinics at various Waterloo Region schools this week. School vaccine clinics Clinics will be hosted at the following schools in Waterloo Region to provide first and second doses to children 5 to 11 years of age. A parent or guardian must come with the child […]

Elementary: Students Daily Confirmation of Screening

Posted February 11, 2022

As part of enhanced safety measures for in-person learning, the Ministry of Education has directed schools to reinstate daily on-site verification of screening for all students as an additional layer of protection. This practice is expected to continue until further notice. Screening Verification for Elementary Students Every day, we are asking families to complete the […]

Assertive Communication | Caring/Coping/Connecting

Posted February 10, 2022

The newest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how to put your well-being first while strengthening relationships with others. Have you ever had trouble telling friends and family what you need? Have you ever lost sight of your own needs as you’ve tried to meet others’ expectations? It can be hard to navigate. View the latest […]

Short Term Virtual Learning Option Ends February 11

Posted February 10, 2022

Since the return to in-person learning, the WRDSB has offered Short Term Virtual Learning as a temporary option for families in both our elementary and secondary schools who did not feel comfortable sending their children back to school immediately. As indicated previously, this program will end on Friday, February 11. We are excited and eager […]

Vaccinations for 5-11 Year Olds

Posted February 9, 2022

The following is a message from Dr. Hsiu-Li Wang, Commissioner and Medical Officer of Health, Region of Waterloo Public Health and Emergency Services, to parents and guardians of children aged five to 11: Dear Parent or Guardian, Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership in helping us to keep our schools open and safer […]

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