February 17: All transportation cancelled, schools are open

Posted February 17, 2023

Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled. All WRDSB schools are open. Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools are open and operating. All transportation, games and competitions for Waterloo County Secondary School Athletics Association (WCSSAA) are cancelled today. As always, families […]

Before You Vote: Meet the Student Trustee Candidates for the 2023-24 School Year

Posted February 16, 2023

Don’t miss your chance to meet the Student Trustee candidates for the 2023-24 school year! Meet the Candidates This year, Student Trustee elections feature a campaign period. As part of their application, Student Trustee candidates provided campaign materials to be made available to the student electorate at each secondary school within their riding. Learn more […]

Announcing the Retirement of Superintendent Della Lataille-Herdsman

Posted February 16, 2023

Congratulations to Superintendent Della Lataille-Herdsman on the announcement of her retirement effective February 28, 2023. Della has served public education with great dedication, skill and a commitment to the success of all students for more than 26 years. Della joined the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) in 2021, bringing the knowledge and expertise honed […]

Lifting Each Other Up on Pink Shirt Day

Posted February 15, 2023

Wednesday, February 22 is Pink Shirt Day and we encourage the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) community to participate with us by promoting respect for all individuals and communities and taking a stand against bullying of all kinds. This year, the theme “Lift Each other up” is a reminder that even small acts of […]

WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for the Late Hazel McCallion

Posted February 10, 2023

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will join other Ontario government establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast on February 14, 2023, for the state funeral of the late Hazel McCallion, Mayor of Mississauga from 1978-2014. Hazel McCallion passed away on January 29, 2023.

Forest Heights Mourns the Loss of Wyatt Dickinson

Posted February 9, 2023

It is with a very heavy heart that the Forest Heights community mourns the loss of Wyatt Dickinson on February 7th, 2023.  Wyatt was a student in Ms. Farnan’s ACE classroom and was known for his amazing smile and how he enjoyed listening to and playing music with his classmates.    Flags at the Education […]

Update from Guidance – 23-24 Course Selection

Posted February 8, 2023

Course Selection for the 2023-2024 School Year   It is hard to believe that we are already discussing next year!  However, in the world of Guidance, we are always thinking ahead and planning.  The month of February will be an important time for students who are going to be at Forest Heights in 2023-2024.  Counselors […]

Trojan Artists Display Work in our Community

Posted February 7, 2023

All members of the FHCI community are welcome to come and enjoy FHCI student artwork that is now on display at both the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery and the KW Art Gallery.

February is Psychology Month

Posted February 7, 2023

February is Psychology Month. In recognition, we want to highlight the important role psychological services consultants play in the lives of students and some resources developed by Psychological Services at WRDSB. Psychology at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Our psychological services staff help support learning and development, by working together with students, staff […]

Help Prevent the Spread of Respiratory Illnesses

Posted February 6, 2023

While rates of respiratory viruses are on the decline, the season is far from over. To help keep each other healthy, we have a reminder from Region of Waterloo Public Health regarding what to do if you are sick with a respiratory illness. Please Stay Home If You Are Sick If you are sick, please […]

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