Celebrating World Education Support Personnel Day
Posted May 16, 2023
May 16 is World Education Support Personnel Day. Join us in celebrating the important role support staff hold within the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). From the school office to the Director’s office, WRDSB support staff are vital members of our school communities and education teams, and key to student success. Every day, WRDSB […]
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2023/2024 Course Changes Deadline
Posted May 11, 2023
The deadline to make course changes for the 2023/2024 school year is 2:25pm on Friday May 19th, 2023. Students wanting to make changes to their course selection must do so by this date. Please book an appointment with your guidance counsellor as soon as possible using the online booking system. Course change requests after May 19th, 2023 will be […]
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In Memory of Trustee Fred Meissner
Posted May 10, 2023
Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is deeply saddened by the passing of Trustee Fred Meissner. Trustee Meissner was an exemplary board member who sat on multiple committees. His passion and dedication to improving public education in the region was second to none. His priority was always students, their success and well-being, and his commitment […]
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Blended Learning Day – May 10, 2023
Posted May 8, 2023
We want to remind students and caregivers that Wednesday, May 10th, is a Blended Learning Day. Students are not required to attend in-person but will have learning provided through the virtual classroom and live meetings with their teachers. Teachers communicated to students their expectations for the asynchronous and synchronous portions of the day. School administration […]
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May is Asian Heritage Month
Posted May 8, 2023
May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada. For nearly 250 years, people of Asian heritage have contributed to Canadian history, society, and identity. To celebrate Asian Heritage Month, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) invites students, staff and families to learn more about the diverse cultures and experiences of Asian Canadians and the Asian […]
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May is Jewish Heritage Month
Posted May 8, 2023
May is Jewish Heritage Month in Canada. The Jewish-Canadian community has existed for more than 250 years and the Jewish-identifying population in Canada is estimated at 400,000. There is prominent representation in Ontario, and in Waterloo Region there is a small yet well-represented local community. Jewish Heritage Month is an opportunity for us to recognize […]
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Education for a Brighter Future: 2023 Education Week
Posted May 4, 2023
This week is Education Week in Ontario. Recognized during the first week of May each year, Education Week provides an opportunity to celebrate student achievement and teaching excellence in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and all school boards across the province. The theme of Education Week 2023 is Education for a Brighter Future. […]
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WRDSB participates in Mental Health Week, May 1-7, 2023
Posted May 1, 2023
Since 1951, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) has hosted Mental Health Week during the first week in May, making 2023 the 72nd year. Mental Health Week is a Canadian tradition, with communities, schools and workplaces rallying to celebrate, protect and promote mental health. This week, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will celebrate […]
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UPDATE: Grand River Transit Strike in Effect
Posted May 1, 2023
The Region of Waterloo confirmed that as of today, Monday, May 1, GRT bus services have been canceled due to a strike. The Region confirmed that due to the strike conventional bus, MoblityPLUS and busPLUS services will not operate, but ION train service will continue. This has already caused disruption for students who rely on […]
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