Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, are PD Days

Posted August 18, 2026

Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026, are professional development (PD) days 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 […]

June 2026 Final Report Card and Diploma Pickup (July 6 – 9) & Summer Office Hours

Posted July 3, 2026

Congratulations on another successful school year! Report Cards and Diplomas will be available for pick up July 6 – 9, from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm, at the Main Office . Written consent is required from students who are 18+ if guardians or other family members are picking them up. Please note that our school […]

Cell Phones & Personal Devices at Forest Heights – Fall 2026

Posted June 29, 2026

To better support the learning of Forest Heights students, we are clarifying our Cell Phone Policy in preparation for the start of school on September 8th, 2026. Please view the linked document below for more information. This same information will be presented to all FHCI students in Period 1 classes September 8th through September 11th, […]

Turn Your Ideas Into Action: Apply for the Youth Creativity Fund

Posted June 29, 2026

Students ages 15-18 in Waterloo Region may be interested in exploring the Youth Creativity Fund, which provides microgrants of up to $1,000 to support youth-led ideas, projects, and community initiatives. About the Youth Creativity Fund Whether it’s starting a club, testing a business idea, creating something new, or addressing a community challenge, students are encouraged […]

Celebrating WRDSB EcoSchools Efforts in 2025-26

Posted June 26, 2026

We’re proud to share and celebrate the efforts of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools that took part in the EcoSchools program in the 2025-26 school year. EcoSchools in the WRDSB EcoSchools supports teachers and students with addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through environmental action. WRDSB schools have been participating in […]

Building Confidence and Elevating the Trades: Transportation Skills Competition Returns

Posted June 26, 2026

Forest Heights Collegiate Institute proudly hosted the 2026 Transportation Skills Competition, welcoming student competitors, educators, sponsors, and community partners from across the Waterloo Region. The event showcased the talents of secondary students who are passionate about transportation and automotive technology, giving them an opportunity to put their skills to the test. The top performing students […]

Secondary Assessment and Evaluation – Ministry of Education Update

Posted June 25, 2026

On Monday, June 22, the Ontario Ministry of Education announced changes to assessment and evaluation for secondary school students. These changes will affect how all courses are assessed beginning in the 2026–27 school year. The changes include required final exams for most secondary school courses. According to the Ministry of Education, beginning in the 2026-2027 […]

Reflecting on the Accomplishments of the 2025-2026 School Year in the WRDSB

Posted June 24, 2026

With the end of the 2025-2026 school year nearly upon us, we would like to share our congratulations to all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students, staff, parents, families and caregivers. Each day, WRDSB students brought energy, excitement and enthusiasm to their learning. Supported by skilled, caring and dedicated educators and staff, they were […]

Celebrating Student Achievement

Posted June 24, 2026

With the end of the 2025-26 school year just around the corner, we are recognizing the outstanding secondary students from across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) for their incredible achievements. WRDSB students are leaders, academic achievers, community-builders and are the heart of the schools where they learn. We are so proud of every […]

Celebrating Culture and Community: FHCI Hosts Islamic Heritage Month Event

Posted June 22, 2026

In October, Forest Heights Collegiate Institute (FHCI) proudly hosted an Islamic Heritage Month celebration for secondary students across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). The school welcomed more than 240 students from sixteen secondary schools for a day of learning, creativity, and cultural celebration. The event highlighted the many contributions of Muslim people through […]

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