Support WEFI and Support Our Students

Posted December 1, 2021

WEFI helps, and you can too. The Waterloo Education Foundation Inc. (WEFI) helps to make a wide variety of programs in our schools possible. From school nutrition programs, to helping ensure all students are able to engage in extracurricular activities, your contributions will directly help our students. Give the Gift of WEFI Multiply the impact […]

SMILE for Picture Day – December 13 and 14, 2021

Posted November 29, 2021

Hello Parents! Picture Day is coming on December 13 and 14. More information will be coming out closer to the date. Make it simple by ordering your portraits online at Lifetouch Canada, using your Picture Day ID (QX551030Q0) and child’s first name to get started. https://my.lifetouch.ca/mylifetouch/#/

Grand River Cafeteria Opens Monday!

Posted November 26, 2021

We are pleased to announce that as of Monday students will be able to access the Grand River Cafeteria and other shared spaces during lunch. Classrooms will be closed at lunch and students will have the option of being in the cafeteria or other common areas. Students are also able to continue to leave the […]

December Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents and Caregivers

Posted November 25, 2021

As part of our ongoing efforts to support WRDSB parents, caregivers and families, our psychology staff are offering a number of lunch and learn sessions for WRDSB parents, caregivers and family members. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip parents with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting […]

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls

Posted November 25, 2021

The UN General Assembly officially designated November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. This date was selected to honour the Mirabal sisters, three political activists from the Dominican Republic who were brutally murdered in 1960 by order of the country’s ruler, Rafael Trujillo (1930-1961). The UNiTE by 2030 to […]

Vaccine Approval for 5 to 11 Year Olds, Return to Normal Model for Semester 2 in Secondary and Rapid Testing Over Winter Holidays

Posted November 23, 2021

Three important announcements have been made recently that have a direct impact on students and families at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB): Vaccine Approval for Children Aged 5-11 On November 19, Health Canada approved the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for use in children aged 5-11. Parents and caregivers who wish to […]

Betty Townshend – A Legacy of Roots and Wings at W.T. Townshend PS

Posted November 23, 2021

Betty Townshend was known well by many of the students and staff who have called W.T. Townshend Public School in Kitchener home since it opened in 2003. Betty’s late husband was the namesake of the school, William Townshend, who passed away in 2002. From volunteering for the Strong Start program to supporting family math nights […]

Grade 8 Parent Transition Night – December 7th

Posted November 23, 2021

We are hosting a virtual parent information night on December 7th, 2021 from 630-8:00pm. Topics include our magnet programs, athletics, pathways,  guidance support and others! This event is for incoming grade 8 students as well as existing parents of students who would like to get further information about Grand River Collegiate. Please complete the sign up form attached […]

Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week – November 21-27

Posted November 22, 2021

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to fostering and supporting a school culture that is respectful and prioritizes the inclusion of all. We remain steadfast in our commitment to the safety and well-being of all of our students. As part of our year-round work to promote safe, caring and inclusive schools and […]

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