Principal Message to the Grand River CI Community

Posted September 4, 2026

Dear Students, Parents, Guardians and Caregivers,  I am privileged to introduce myself as the new Principal of Grand River Collegiate Institute. I am excited to be a part of the Renegade community. As your principal, I truly believe in the power of public education and its ability to bring our community together. My top priority […]

Welcome back Renegades!

Posted August 24, 2026

We are looking forward to welcoming all of our GRCI students on the first day of school Tuesday, September 8th – but are especially excited to see our newest GRCI, Grade 9 Renegades. Please take a moment to read our Opening Day Schedule. Please note that our focus for the morning is Grade 9 Orientation […]

Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year

Posted September 8, 2026

Today marks the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year and we are excited for the many learning opportunities and experiences that this year will bring for Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Students. For many staff in the WRDSB the summer break is an opportunity to recharge and connect with family and friends, while for […]

GRCI Spirit Wear Apparel Store is NOW OPEN!

Posted September 8, 2026

Welcome Back Renegades!! We are very excited for another awesome school year here at GRCI. Our Spirit Wear Apparel store is now open to get all your back to school outfits. Store closes on September 22nd!! Orders will be delivered to GRCI 3-4 weeks after the store closes. —> GRCI Spirit Wear Store GO RENEGADES […]

Opt-In to Receive a WRDSB Chromebook – Grade 7 to 12 Students

Posted September 8, 2026

Parents, families and caregivers of students in Grade 7 to 12 may still opt-in to receive a Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB)-provided Chromebook for the 2026-2027 school year. Students with Special Education (SEA) devices are not required to complete the opt-in process. They should continue to use the device assigned to them. How to […]

Updates to Assessment and Evaluation for Grade 9 to 12 Students

Posted September 8, 2026

Starting September 2026, the Ministry of Education has introduced new requirements for how final marks are determined in Grade 9 to 12. These changes apply to all publicly funded school boards in Ontario, including the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Changes for Grade 9 to 12 Students Grade 9 to 12 students will continue […]

2026-2027 School Year Information

Posted September 4, 2026

View a translated version of this post by visiting the main WRDSB website. We’re excited to welcome all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students back to school on Tuesday, September 8. Below, parents, families and caregivers will find important information they need to know for the beginning of the school year. School Information for […]

WRDSB Launches Student and Family Support Office

Posted September 1, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) acknowledges the positive impact parent, family and caregiver engagement has on student achievement and well-being.  To support ongoing connection with our community, the WRDSB has launched the Student and Family Support Office, in alignment with the Ministry of Education’s Policy/Program Memorandum No. 170 – School Board Communication with […]

Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, are PD Days

Posted August 18, 2026

Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026, are professional development (PD) days for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, in person or virtually All board-operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will be closed About Professional Development (PD) Days PD days are held throughout the school year to provide learning […]

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