Commencement Tickets now on Sale

Posted June 1, 2023

We would like to invite family and friends of our 2023 Graduates to Commencement. This year it will be held at The Centre in the Square located at 101 Queen St, N. in Kitchener on Thursday June 29th at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $20 each. Our preferred method of payment is through the graduating student’s […]

Air Quality Update for All WRDSB Schools

Posted June 7, 2023

The forest fires in northeastern Ontario and Quebec continue to impact the air quality in Waterloo Region. As a result, Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement for Ontario, including Waterloo Region. Today, the air quality levels are expected to fluctuate between Moderate Risk (4-6) and High Risk (7-10) throughout the day. In […]

WRDSB Students Learn to be Kind to Their Minds at Student Wellness Conference

Posted June 5, 2023

In May, over 100 students from secondary schools across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) took part in the first-ever Student Wellness Conference. Organized by WRDSB’s Mental Health Lead, Gwenyth Le-Phuong, the theme of the conference was “Be Kind to Your Mind”. The event brought together students, staff and community partners at The Family […]

A Message from the Minister of Education: Pride Month in Ontario

Posted June 2, 2023

The following is a message from the Minister of Education Stephen Lecce regarding Pride Month in Ontario. June 1 marks the beginning of Pride month in Ontario and around the world. For many, Pride is a time to celebrate the things that make us unique and special, to look to community for acceptance and support […]

Pride Month in the WRDSB

Posted June 1, 2023

Since 2015, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) has officially recognized and celebrated Pride Month. Today, we are raising the Progress Pride Flag at every building across the WRDSB, as a symbol of solidarity and inclusion for 2SLGBTQIA+ students, staff and families/caregivers. Theme of Pride Month 2023: We Have Always Been Here Building on […]

National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day

Posted June 1, 2023

Once again this June, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is recognizing National Indigenous History Month. We are also celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day, which is recognized each year on June 21 because of the cultural significance of the summer solstice and the day with the longest period of daylight. These celebrations offer opportunities […]

Recognizing National AccessAbility Week 2023

Posted May 30, 2023

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) continues to prioritize accessibility in all that we do. This week, we are recognizing National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada. The 2023 theme for NAAW is “Disability Inclusion: From Possibilities to Practice”. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code, “Disability” covers a broad range and degree of conditions, […]

Police Warn of Fraudulent Cheque Scam

Posted May 26, 2023

WRDSB families: We want to ensure you are aware of a fraudulent cheque scam which has affected multiple youths in the Waterloo region.  According to Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS), in this scam, the fraudster sends a message about a money-making opportunity, via an instant messaging application, to the victim. The fraudster asks the victim […]

Grade 8 Day at GRCI May 31st

Posted May 16, 2023

Grand River Collegiate is thrilled to welcome our incoming Grade 9 Renegades on Wednesday May 31st from 11:45-2:00 at GRCI. Below is a brief outline of activities for the day: 11:45-12:00: Feeder School + Individual Arrival and Registration 12:00-12:20: Welcome Assembly 12:20-1:30: Icebreakers and Team Building Activities 1:30-2:00 Good-bye, Dismissal and boarding busses It’s our […]

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