International Day of Transgender Visibility

Posted March 31, 2022

March 31st is the International Day of Transgender Visibility. This is an opportunity to celebrate two spirit, transgender, gender nonconforming and nonbinary peoples. It is also a chance to raise awareness of the discrimination faced by trans people worldwide. Trans identifying people face ongoing pressure to change or conform in order to validate their identities. […]

UPDATED: Grand River Collegiate Family Open House – Apr. 13, 2022.

Posted March 30, 2022

On Wednesday, April 13th we will be hosting an Open House from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. The purpose of this event is to welcome our community back into the school. Many of the families of our students have never been allowed into the school as a result of our COVID 19 protocols. This evening will include an […]

Spring 2022: the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT)

Posted March 30, 2022

Grade 10, 11 and non-graduating Grade 12 students The Ministry of Education is resuming the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) and literacy requirements for graduation this year. Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students can complete these this spring. For In-Person Students Grade 10, 11 and non-graduating Grade 12 students learning in-person will be […]

Masking Requirements

Posted March 30, 2022

All students are expected to complete the Ontario School Screening Tool each day before attending school and must adhere to the direction provided. Although the mask mandate has been lifted in Ontario, there are still certain circumstances where students are required to wear a mask. The following masking requirements are in addition to any self-isolation […]

Remember to Have Your Say – Our Strategic Plan

Posted March 29, 2022

WRDSB parents, caregivers and community members, we want to hear from you! Don’t miss your chance to help us plan for the future of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Don’t Miss Your Chance to Have Your Say We want to hear from you about your experiences with the WRDSB. The following individuals are […]

Grade 7 to 12 Immunization Catch-Up Clinics

Posted March 28, 2022

We want to remind families that students in Grade 7 to 12 are eligible to be vaccinated through the school immunization program. Proof of Immunization According to the Immunization of School Pupils Act, all elementary and secondary students need to have proof of immunization against: diphtheria tetanus polio measles mumps rubella meningococcal disease pertussis varicella […]

Summer School

Posted March 25, 2022

Attention Renegades! Are you wondering what to do this summer?  Why not consider continuing your learning through WRDSB’s e-learning summer school. Summer School runs from July 4- July 28th, 2022 completely online.  Click on this link for details and course offerings https://schools.wrdsb.ca/continuing-education/summer-school/secondary-summer-school-2/ The deadline to sign up for summer school is May 18, 2022 for regular classes and April 20, 2022 […]

2021 Grad reminders

Posted March 25, 2022

The following are reminders for 2021 graduates: Diplomas can be picked up in the main office between 7:30am and 3pm. If you purchased a 2020-2021 yearbook, they are also available to be picked up at the main office. For those who have not yet seen the 2021 virtual commencement ceremony, it can be found here.

Register now for PIC’s annual Family Engagement Series

Posted March 23, 2022

Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is excited to announce their annual Family Engagement Series for parents and caregivers. This year, they are offering a three-day virtual speaker series designed to CONNECT-LEARN-EMBRACE topics crucial to parents and caregivers in getting through the rest of the school year. This free event runs from April 6 to 9, […]

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