Now Available: School Results for the Safe, Caring and Inclusive School (SCIS) Survey

Posted September 27, 2024

All school boards in Ontario are required to seek feedback from students using school climate surveys. The Education Act states these should occur at least once every two years. The WRDSB uses the Middle Years Development Instrument (MDI) as our Safe Caring and Inclusive School (SCIS) survey. The MDI is a voluntary, self-reporting questionnaire. It […]

Photo Day Packages – Order Deadline Extended!

Posted September 27, 2024

Good morning FHCI families,   The deadline for ordering your photo packages has been extended to Wednesday, October 9th   Photo re-take day is Tuesday, October 15th      

Terry Fox Run – Friday, September 27th

Posted September 26, 2024

Every September, students spend a day to commemorate Terry Fox by running the Terry Fox Run. Terry’s Marathon of Hope, though unfinished, inspired a nation and continues to unite communities in the fight against cancer. By taking part, students continue his mission and support vital cancer research. Please join us on Friday, September the 27th […]

Recognizing Rowan’s Law Day and Supporting Concussion Safety

Posted September 25, 2024

The start of the school year welcomes the return of school clubs and sports. Whether students are participating in team sports, physical education classes, dance, performing arts or any other physical activity—safety is always top of mind. Rowan’s Law Day Rowan’s Law is named after Rowan Stringer, a 17-year-old athlete who tragically died in the […]

Progress Reports & Meet the Teacher Night

Posted September 25, 2024

Progress reports will be handed out to students on Monday September 30th. The progress report provides an early check-in regarding a student’s learning skills and general progress in each course for Semester 1.  We encourage parents and caregivers to contact your student’s teachers if you do not receive the progress report.   Please plan to […]

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day – Monday, September 30

Posted September 24, 2024

On Monday, September 30, Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge: The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Orange Shirt Day What is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation? In June 2021, the Government of Canada created the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This federal holiday, held every September 30, is a response […]

DVF’s Going Home Today – Tuesday, September 24th

Posted September 24, 2024

Dear parent and caregiver, As part of the school year start-up, parents and caregivers are asked to review information for the upcoming school year. To support your student’s safety, we ask that you review the data verification form that your student(s)  will bring home today. The information on the form is generated from our student […]

Blended Learning Day – Wednesday, September 25th

Posted September 23, 2024

Dear Forest Heights Families, Our first Blended Learning Day of the school year will be on Wednesday, September 25th. Blended Learning Days allow students to engage in learning from home (refer to the schedule below), while staff engage in professional learning during the morning. Teachers will let students know what they will be working on […]

Saying Thanks on Information Technology Professionals Day

Posted September 17, 2024

Today is Information Technology Professionals Day – it’s an opportunity to recognize the critical role information technology staff play in supporting staff and students all across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). First celebrated in 2015, IT Professionals Day was created to show appreciation for these dedicated professionals who keep every part of their […]

Event for Families and Caregivers – Rise Up! Presented by the Parent Involvement Committee

Posted September 16, 2024

Families and caregivers: You’re invited to join the Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) at their event, Rise Up! About Rise Up! Families and caregivers will have the opportunity to learn more about raising their children to be anti-racist upstanders. You’ll hear from: Selam Debs, Anti-Racism Coach Pauline Janke, WRDSB System Administrator Anthony Lee Jr., Motivational Speaker […]

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