Summer Community Literacy Resources | A Region That Reads Together

Posted July 22, 2024

As we first shared in June, we’re working together to help ensure the students we serve have the support and resources they need to learn to read. This includes the time when students are away from school over the summer break. We will all benefit when we support literacy for students and their families in […]

Sharing Gratitude and Best Wishes | A Video Message from Director of Education jeewan chanicka

Posted June 27, 2024

Before we bid farewell to students for the summer, we want to share our gratitude and best wishes with students. Watch the video from jeewan chanicka, Director of Education for the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) that was shared with students: We have so much to celebrate from this past school year; let’s take […]

June 2024 Final Report Card pickup – July 8th – 11th

Posted June 27, 2024

Congratulations Trojans! Final report cards & diplomas will be available for pick up in the main office from Monday July 8th to Thursday July 11th from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily.   Have great summer!      

Celebrating Success: KidsAbility Fundraising Campaign

Posted June 25, 2024

Thank you for helping us raise $26,025 and counting for KidsAbility! Your support will help WRDSB students and their families reach their communication, social, physical and behavioural goals. Thank You for Your Support! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated, shared, and cheered us on. Your generosity and kindness mean the world to us […]

Ask jeewan: Year-End Reflections with Director chanicka

Posted June 21, 2024

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students from Kindergarten to Grade 12  shared wonderings and questions with Director of Education jeewan chanicka. These WRDSB students submitted more than 55 videos asking a variety of interesting questions.   Below, you’ll find the link to the Ask jeewan series. In it, the Director of Education responds to […]

Student Portraits Make an International Connection | #StudentVoice

Posted June 20, 2024

By Alina, a student at Forest Heights Collegiate Institute (FHCI) The Memory Portrait Project is a collaboration with senior high school artists and children living in orphanages in areas across the globe. Student artists are invited to capture their partner child’s unique characteristics and personality through digital or mixed-media artwork. This led to my process […]

Responding to Extreme Heat Conditions

Posted June 19, 2024

The weather is warming up in Waterloo Region, and all across North America. Please note how we are responding to support the health and well-being of students and staff in Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools. Prioritizing Student Safety and Well-being As we respond to extreme heat conditions, the safety and well-being of students […]

June 19 is Supervision Monitor and Cafeteria Assistant Appreciation Day

Posted June 19, 2024

June 19 is Supervision Monitor and Cafeteria Assistant Appreciation Day in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB)! Supervision Monitor and Cafeteria Assistant Appreciation Day Today is an opportunity to share just how important these staff are to the success of WRDSB students. Each and every day, they work directly with students. They build trusting […]

The 2024-25 School Year Calendar

Posted June 17, 2024

We are happy to share that the Ontario Ministry of Education has approved our 2024-25 School Year Calendar and it is now available. Important Dates PD Day for Elementary and Secondary Staff – Tuesday, September 3, 2024 First Day of School – Wednesday, September 4, 2024 Winter Break – Monday, December 23, 2024 to Friday, […]

Student Artwork Chosen for City of Waterloo Pride Month Banners | #StudentVoice

Posted June 17, 2024

Victor, a student at Forest Heights Collegiate Institute (FHCI) had his artwork selected by the City of Waterloo to be hung as a banner for their Pride Month celebrations. By Victor, a student at Forest Heights Collegiate Institute (FHCI) Creating this piece of art for Pride month was monumental for me. I have struggled for […]

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