Blended Learning Day – Dec 7th, 2022
Posted November 30, 2022
Our first Blended Learning Day of the school year will be on Wed. Dec. 7th. Blended Learning Days allow students to engage in synchronous and asynchronous learning from home, according to this Blended Learning Day Schedule, while staff engage in professional learning during the asynchronous portion of the day. Teachers will let students […]
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November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Posted November 25, 2022
Today, Friday November 25, is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. It was first designated by the UN General Assembly in 1981. November 25 was chosen to honour the lives of three political activists from the Dominican Republic. The Mirabal sisters were murdered under the order of the country’s ruler in […]
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Bus Route 150 & 139 update – Effective Monday, November 28th
Posted November 24, 2022
Dear Parent/Guardian: Re: Updated Busing information – Effective Monday, November 28 th , 2022 Please note that we are moving some stops from route 150 over to 139. As a result your child’s bus route # and/or stop time has changed. Please find your child’s bus stop and take note of the changes which will […]
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Mid-Term Report Cards – November 22, 2022
Posted November 21, 2022
Semester 1, mid-term report cards, will be distributed to students on Tuesday, November 22nd in their period 1 class. Students with a period 1 spare can pick up their mid-term report card in the main office. Great first term Trojans!
November 20-26 is Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week
Posted November 20, 2022
In the WRDSB, we are committed to fostering a school culture that is safe, respectful and prioritizes the inclusion of all. We remain steadfast in our commitment to the safety and well-being of all of our students. To help us in our work to promote safe schools and positive learning environments, Ontario has designated the […]
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Message from Ontario Chief Medical Officer on Fall Respiratory Season
Posted November 18, 2022
The following is a message from Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, for all parents and guardians of children in Ontario: Re: Fall Respiratory Season I am reaching out to you to share some important information and reminders to help protect ourselves, our families, and our children against the spread of respiratory infections. […]
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Build a Dream Career Discovery Expo
Posted November 17, 2022
Build a Dream will be hosting its Career Discovery Expo on November 30, 2022 at Bingemans in Kitchener. This event is geared towards women and girls in Grades 7 to 12, and admission is free for students and their parents or caregivers. Attendees can learn more about careers in STEM, skilled trades, emergency response, entrepreneurship […]
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Labour Update: WRDSB schools will remain open
Posted November 17, 2022
The Waterloo Region District School Board continues to monitor the provincial labour negotiations closely. Yesterday, November 16, CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) served notice that it plans to commence a strike involving full withdrawal of services on Monday, November 21, 2022, should an agreement not be reached. It is important to note that there […]
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November 16 is Louis Riel Day
Posted November 16, 2022
Today, November 16, is Louis Riel Day in Ontario. Louis Riel Day recognizes the anniversary of Riel’s execution in 1885. This day is an opportunity to learn more about the life and importance of Louis Riel, leader of the Métis. Riel led Métis People in the Northwest Resistance to protect Métis rights and ways-of-life. The […]
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Masking in Schools Strongly Recommended
Posted November 14, 2022
Today, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kieran Moore strongly recommended masking in all indoor public settings, including schools and childcare settings. This is due to the increased spread of RSV, influenza and COVID-19 among children across Ontario. While masking is not mandatory, wearing a mask helps to reduce the spread of viruses in […]
