Using our schoolyards safely
Posted May 28, 2020
We are providing an update to families regarding acceptable use of schoolyards for recreational use, to align with our local municipalities and direction from the Province of Ontario. Outdoor tennis and basketball courts: These facilities are now open for use while following physical distancing protocols. Due to physical distancing requirements, traditional basketball games are not […]
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The Results: Exchanging Ideas and Sharing Thoughts
Posted May 28, 2020
On May 6, we launched Exchanging Ideas, a campaign that allowed us to connect with families, students and staff during the school closure. Using Thoughtexchange, we asked families and students the following question: What are the most important things WRDSB can do to better support students’ learning and well-being during this time? Over 4700 students […]
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Athletic Banquet 2020
Posted May 25, 2020
It’s the time of year for our annual Athletic Banquet. While we can’t be together, we are still celebrating our athletes who worked hard and competed to the best of their ability. A link with all the information you need to know is provided. Thank you for making Forest Heights proud! Apart, But Together
Physically Distant, Socially Connected: Week Eight
Posted May 22, 2020
Connecting from a Distance This video series showcases Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) educators who have adjusted their typical in-person classes to a distance learning setting. Over the past few months, we have seen our students and staff adjust from face-to-face classroom learning environments to the current reality of distance learning. With so many […]
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FHCI Trojans – A Part of Something Bigger
Posted May 22, 2020
It is hard to believe we are nearing the end of our seventh week of Distance Learning. We are proud of all the hard work of our staff and students as we continue to navigate teaching and learning during this unprecedented time. While our school buildings will remain closed, distance learning will continue until the […]
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WRDSB hosts Backyard Bug Blitz
Posted May 21, 2020
Looking for a fun way to explore the outdoors, enjoy the spring weather and connect with nature, all while practicing physical distancing? From Monday, May 25 to Friday, May 29, our outdoor education department is hosting a Backyard Bug Blitz for all WRDSB students and families. Yes, bugs! Counting bugs may not be as familiar […]
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An Update from the Chair and Director
Posted May 20, 2020
Dear WRDSB Family, Spring is always a time for renewal. This year it is even more significant as we learn to live and work in new ways in order to manage the risk posed by COVID-19 in our schools, our homes and throughout our community. Yesterday, Minister of Education Stephen Lecce announced that distance learning […]
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WRDSB schools remain closed for the rest of the school-year
Posted May 19, 2020
This afternoon, the Premier announced that schools would not reopen for students in June and that the school-year would continue with distance learning. This decision came from the advice of Dr. David Williams, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health and the experts at the COVID-19 command table. At this time, we can confirm the following: […]
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Distance Learning Continues: Weeks Seven and Eight
Posted May 15, 2020
With the Victoria Day long weekend around the corner, we want to take this opportunity to thank our students and their families for their efforts to support distance learning. We know this has been an adjustment and challenge for all – thank you for your ongoing patience, feedback and contribution. We know that our educators […]
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Distance Learning Continues: Week Six
Posted May 8, 2020
In our update to the community this week, we want to introduce our Connecting from a Distance video series that showcases Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) educators who have adjusted their typical in-person classes to a distance learning setting. Over the past few months, we have seen our students and staff adjust from face-to-face […]
