Representation – June is Pride Month in the WRDSB

Posted May 31, 2024

June is Pride Month. It’s a chance to reflect on and celebrate the contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ community to our community and the world. Representation Pride Month 2024 Building on our commitment to honouring student identity and supporting well-being, the theme for this year’s Pride Month is representation. For equity deserving groups, representation is a crucial […]

National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day 2024

Posted May 31, 2024

June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) looks forward to commemorating National Indigenous History Month throughout June, in recognition of the strength, long history, deep traditional knowledge and enduring presence of Indigenous Nations across the land. These celebrations offer opportunities to […]

Celebrate Bike to School Week: Join the Ride June 3-7

Posted May 31, 2024

June 3-7 is Bike to School Week! This year, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), in partnership with Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR), will be participating in this opportunity to highlight the benefits of active transportation. Cycling to and from school is a great way for students to incorporate healthy and fun […]

2024-25 Student Trustees Share a Drive to Represent Student Voice at the Board Table | #StudentVoice

Posted May 28, 2024

By Kyo Lee, Grade 11 student in the WRDSB The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) announced our 2024-2025 Student Trustees: Devansh Lakhanpal and Feiyang Luo. Devansh and Feiyang were chosen by WRDSB students in the February election where over 4,000 votes were cast. They both shared that they feel honoured to serve the WRDSB […]

National AccessAbility Week 2024

Posted May 27, 2024

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) continues to prioritize accessibility in all that we do. This week, we are recognizing National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada. The NAAW for 2024 is “Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All”. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code, “Disability” covers a broad range and degree of conditions, […]

Let’s Unite Our Superpowers for KidsAbility

Posted May 21, 2024

KidsAbility needs our help to support children and youth in Waterloo Region. As the school year comes to an end, there is still time to make a positive difference in our community. Starting today, the Waterloo Region District School (WRDSB) invites our community to come together and support KidsAbility. Why Give to KidsAbility? KidsAbility is […]

Celebrating World Education Support Personnel Day

Posted May 17, 2024

May 16 is World Education Support Personnel Day. Join us in celebrating the important role support staff hold within the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). From the school office to the Director’s office, WRDSB support staff are vital members of our school communities and education teams and are key to student success. Every day, […]

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Posted May 17, 2024

May 17 is recognized as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. This day was created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by: Two Spirit Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Intersex people All other people with diverse: Sexual orientations Gender identities or expressions Sex characteristics Also on May 17, […]

Updated WCSSAA Fee Structure for 2024-25 School Year

Posted May 9, 2024

We have an important update about the fees associated with student participation in Waterloo County Secondary School Athletic Association (WCSSAA) sports. Our Commitment to WRDSB Students The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to providing WRDSB students with an inclusive and equitable opportunity for students to participate in an interscholastic athletic program among […]

Blended Learning Day – Wednesday, May 8th

Posted May 7, 2024

Blended Learning Days will be similar to our Instructional Support Days, where students are not required to attend in-person, but will have learning provided through the virtual classroom and live meetings with their teachers.  Attendance will be taken, but in-person attendance will be optional on these days.  Students that choose to attend in person should report to […]

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