March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Posted March 21, 2023

Today, March 21, is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day is observed on March 21 each year to mark the day police in Sharpeville, South Africa, killed 69 Black men, women and children, and injured 180 more, at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960. This day serves […]

March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day

Posted March 20, 2023

Tomorrow, March 21, is World Down Syndrome Day. We encourage the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) community to celebrate this day with us. This year, the theme “With Us, Not For Us” is a reminder that people with Down syndrome need to be part of the work being done to secure them the same […]

March 20 is French Language Day

Posted March 20, 2023

Today is French Language Day. Established by the United Nations in 2010, French Language Day celebrates multilingualism and cultural diversity. It is also an opportunity to raise awareness of the history, culture and use of the French language worldwide. French Language in the WRDSB In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we are proud […]

Meet the Teacher Night March 22nd

Posted March 15, 2023

Parents and guardians of Grand River students are encouraged to attend the Meet the Teacher Night to discuss with teachers how their child is progressing in their classes. Teachers will be available to meet with parents/guardians from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. We hope that everyone will be able to come and connect with their child’s […]

Co-creating Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools

Posted March 14, 2023

Student success is a priority at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Students are successful when they know they have safe, caring and inclusive spaces to learn and grow. Just like school boards across the province, the WRDSB seeks feedback from students about their experiences in school. In fact, the Ministry of Education requires […]

Summer School 2023

Posted March 13, 2023

Are you interested in getting ahead in your credits?  Do you have the month of July free?  Consider summer school! Summer school runs from Tuesday July 4, 2023 to Friday July 28th, 2023.  Courses will be offered as two different modes of learning for almost all courses: elearning-asynchronous or in person at Huron Heights Secondary […]

Recognizing Social Work Week at the WRDSB

Posted March 6, 2023

March is National Social Work Month, and March 6 to 12 is Social Work Week in Ontario. Here at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we are recognizing and celebrating the incredible work of our social work department. Social Work Professionals in the WRDSB The WRDSB’s team of 28 highly skilled social worker clinicians […]

March 3 – All Evening Rentals, Games and School Events Cancelled

Posted March 3, 2023

Due to the current weather conditions and anticipated forecast, all rental permits, games and school events are cancelled this evening. Please check with your event organizer or coach to see if your event, meeting, or game will be rescheduled at a later date. All Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools […]

Course Selection Deadline for the 2023-2024 School Year

Posted March 2, 2023

This is a reminder that course selections for the 2023-2024 school year are due on Monday March 6th.  If you have not completed your course selections, please login to MyBlueprint and submit them.  You will be asked to enter your parent/guardians email to obtain approval.  You can also print your selections and return them to the guidance office with your […]

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