Community Use of Schools Update

Posted November 2, 2020

As we continue to reopen board facilities, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) has adopted a five-phase approach, within the province’s reopening framework, to evaluate the feasibility of reopening our schools for community use. As of today, we are evaluating Phase 5 as the board continues to focus on supporting our day time school […]

Welcome to Quadmester 2 in the SDLP

Posted October 30, 2020

Dear Quadmester 2 Secondary Distance Learning Program (SDLP) Students, For our new distance learning students; welcome to the program! We can’t wait to have you connected to your quadmester 2 teachers soon, and learn how we can help you learn at home. For our returning students, we are looking forward to working with you again […]

EXTENDED: 2019-20 Commencement Registration

Posted October 30, 2020

We have extended the deadline for our graduates to register for their virtual Commencement ceremony to Thursday, November 19 by 4pm. The opportunity to order a souvenir package (gown, cap, tassel and year charm) is now closed. Commencement Registration Grads interested in participating in any of our school’s Commencement activities must fill out our registration form […]

K-12 Cyber Awareness Month

Posted October 29, 2020

K-12 Cyber Awareness Month is an opportunity for students, families and staff to learn more about the importance of cyber security. Running from October 26 to November 20 and organized by the Educational Computing Network of Ontario (ECNO), this year’s campaign theme is “Work, Teach, Learn Remote, Secure and Safe” with a goal of helping […]

Secondary School Quadmester 2 Calendar and Daily Schedule

Posted October 28, 2020

We would like to update secondary school students and families on the details of Quadmester 2, which starts on Monday, November 16, 2020. Quadmestering In the adaptive/hybrid model, the traditional semester is split into two quadmesters, with two credits being offered in each quadmester. From there, students will be divided into two cohorts that will […]

Cancellation of WCSSAA Winter Sports Season

Posted October 27, 2020

As we draw closer to the start of what traditionally would be the Waterloo County Secondary School Athletic Association (WCSSAA) winter sports season, we are providing an update on the status of school sports. To align with announcements by Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) and Central Western Ontario Secondary Schools Association (CWOSSA), and […]

Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

Posted October 27, 2020

Dear Parents/ Guardians, Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for the 2020/2021 school year will be mailed home, or sent home with students, by Friday, October 30th.  An IEP identifies a student’s strengths and needs and outlines the appropriate instructional, environmental, and assessment accommodations that will be implemented at school. Please review the IEP with your child […]

Celebrating our 2019-20 Graduates – Registration Information

Posted October 22, 2020

To our graduating class of 2020 and families, We want to provide you with an update on our Commencement celebrations following last week’s announcement. Graduation Package Pick-Up In addition to our “Grad Night” on Friday, November 27 at 7pm, featuring our virtual Commencement ceremony, complete with our school colours and familiar faces, we will also […]

WRDSB Outdoor Education Department presents Pond Live

Posted October 22, 2020

Pond study programs are one of the outdoor education department’s most-loved field trips. From wriggly tadpoles to stealthy water scorpions, students love to discover the diversity of aquatic ecosystems. This Friday, our outdoor education staff will go live from the pond at Camp Heidelberg Outdoor and Environmental Education Centre, providing a venue for students across […]

End of Quadmester One: Exams and Final Evaluations

Posted October 22, 2020

As our students and staff near the finishing line for quadmester 1, we wanted to connect and offer some information on what the upcoming days will look like. Term Marks and Removal of Exam Days The WRDSB, in line with Ministry of Education guidance, has decided to remove a 70% term and 30% final evaluation […]

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