February 22 is Human Trafficking Awareness Day

In 2007, the Government of Canada designated February 22 as Human Trafficking Awareness Day. In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), it is an opportunity to bring awareness to: The signs of trafficking Support education that empowers students Promote actions that help prevent exploitation Human trafficking impacts communities across Canada. As a school board, […]

Exploring Pathways: Black Brilliance Post-Secondary Fair

For students exploring their next steps, the Black Brilliance: Pathways to Post-Secondary Education Fair offered an inspiring space to discover opportunities, ask questions, and build a roadmap for their future. Now in its second year, the event showcased the power of collaboration, both within the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and with community partners, […]

Wednesday, February 18: All transportation cancelled, schools are open

Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled. All WRDSB schools are open. Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools are open and operating. All transportation, games and competitions for Waterloo County Secondary School Athletics Association (WCSSAA) are cancelled today. As always, parents, […]

Secondary Students: Vote for the 2026-27 Student Trustees

WRDSB Secondary Students: It’s time to vote for the 2026-27 Student Trustees!  Secondary Students: Vote and Make Your Voice Heard Cast your vote for who you would like to represent you at the board table! The voting period will take place at each school over a four-day period from February 17 to 20, 2026. Schools […]

[FHC School Council] Welcome – Wed Feb 11 @ 7pm

Hello everyone, It is my pleasure to introduce myself as the new Principal of Forest Heights. I have been a Vice Principal at Forest Heights for the past 3.5 years and I am honoured to move into the Principal role as of January 29, 2026. Paula Bender has become a Superintendent of Student Achievement and […]

The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC)

Hello families,   The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) supports parent and caregiver engagement and shares helpful information with families across the WRDSB. Research shows that students with engaged families often have higher achievement, better attendance, stronger motivation, and improved well-being.   Your student may be bringing home a PIC magnet. The magnet links to the PIC […]

Meet the 2026-27 Student Trustee Candidates!

WRDSB Grade 9 to 12 students – learn about the students running to be your next Student Trustee representatives! Meet the Candidates In January, students submitted their applications to become Student Trustees. Candidates provided campaign materials, including: Video pitches Biographies These materials aim to help students make informed decisions about whom they will vote to […]

Ubuntu – Black Brilliance Month 2026

At the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we strive to recognize Black Brilliance all year long. February is Black Brilliance Month. We aim to create an environment where African, Caribbean and Black-identifying (ACBi) students and staff see their brilliance: Highlighted Represented Celebrated Black Brilliance 2026 – Ubuntu February is Black Brilliance Month, an opportunity […]

February Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers

As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, 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 parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in […]

Assistive Technology – Support for Families in February 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 (Gurmukhi) ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Parents, Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child? The Assistive Technology Team of […]

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