Laurentian VP Answers the Call of Duty as a Reservist

As we sit in November 2021, March 2020 and the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic feels so far away. Lockdowns loomed, toilet paper was scarce and no one was really sure where this crisis would take us. In this time of extraordinary uncertainty, Stephen Coe, vice-principal at Laurentian Public School, responded to the call of […]

Reviewing Our Library Collections

We are committed to preparing our students for success in the world in which they will live and work. With this in mind, we must ensure that the learning and development of our students are guided and supported by up-to-date and relevant resources and supports. This includes the books that are available to them at […]

In Conversation with Students: An Interview with the Director of Education

For Amelia and Vivian, two Grade 6 students from Empire Public School in Waterloo, it was an opportunity to ask the Director of Education their burning questions. For the Director of Education jeewan chanicka, it was an opportunity to hear directly from Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students, about what matters to them. This […]

Covid 19 case notification

COVID-19: CASE NOTIFICATION   Region of Waterloo Public Health has determined that two students, last in the Grand River Collegiate Institute building on November 2 and November 3, are confirmed positive cases of COVID-19. The identity of the individuals is protected by privacy legislation and will not be shared.   Public Health has identified all […]

Literacy Test Information

This message is for GRCI students who are required to complete the OSSLT (Literacy Test) this school year.  There is no modified schedule for Lit Test days. All students are expected to attend their regularly scheduled classes. Please find the group that pertains to you and read carefully:  GROUP 1: GRCI In-Person Students (grade 11, […]

An Attitude of Gratitude | Caring/Coping/Connecting

The newest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can all feel grateful by focusing on the positives in our lives, no matter how small they may seem. Research shows us that feeling grateful and expressing gratitude makes us happier, healthier, and more able to tolerate stress and tough situations. In other words, it increases […]

Locker request form

As we approach the colder weather we wanted to provide students with access to lockers.  Lockers will be available to students only by request.  Students must complete the Locker Request Form by Thursday, November 11th.  Only students who complete the request form will be provided with a locker.  Lockers will be pre-assigned based on the […]

Parent Night topic information

Attention all prospective and current Grand River Collegiate families.  We are offering a virtual information night on December 7th from 6:30-8:00pm to share the wonderful programs and options we provide at Grand River.  In order to prepare for this event, we are asking parents and students to complete this Google Form indicating your interest in […]

WRDSB flags at half-mast for the Late Honourable William G. Davis

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will join other Ontario government establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast on Thursday, November 4, 2021 for the memorial service of the Late Honourable William G. Davis, 18th Premier of Ontario, 1971 – 1985. William G. Davis passed away on August […]

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