Educational Assistant and Child & Youth Worker Appreciation Day

Posted January 19, 2021

Today, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) marks Educational Assistant and Child & Youth Worker Appreciation Day. Educational Assistants (EAs) help to deliver educational programs and provide support to students in our schools, while Child & Youth Workers (CYWs) work with children who face a variety of social, emotional and behavioural challenges. Our EAs […]

It’s Time to Register for Kindergarten

Posted January 18, 2021

Starting kindergarten is an exciting time for children and families. For many, it’s the first school experience in their learning journey. At Waterloo Region District School Board, we want to assure families that their children will receive the best education for their child’s needs from kindergarten to graduation. In kindergarten, students learn about the world […]

Parenting Essentials Video Series with Parents for Children’s Mental Health

Posted January 18, 2021

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and Parents for Children’s Mental Health are proud to announce the Parenting Essentials video series, featuring recordings of webinars that took place in the fall of 2020. The first video in this series offers an overview for any parents, and caregivers, interested in learning more about the complexities […]

Friday, January 22 is a PD Day for elementary students

Posted January 15, 2021

Friday, January 22, 2021 is a professional development (PD) day for elementary school staff. Elementary students will not engage in synchronous learning classes. All Before & After School Programs including Extended Day Programs will be closed while schools are closed to students. The focus of the PD Day will be teacher-directed assessment, evaluation and reporting […]

EXTENSION: Elementary Mode of Learning Change Requests

Posted January 14, 2021

Due to the declaration of a provincial emergency and the extension of remote learning, we have heard from many families that they are experiencing difficulties in making a decision given these uncertain times. In an effort to be responsive to your concerns, we have extended the deadline for elementary families to request a change to […]

Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Event – January 19

Posted January 14, 2021

As part of our ongoing Anti-Human Trafficking Strategy, we are inviting parents and caregivers to attend a webinar on January 19, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. In partnership with Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Program from St. Mary’s Hospital, the Sexual Assault Support Centre (SASC) as well as the Waterloo Region Police Service, this event marks […]

Explore Your Future Event 2021 – an opportunity for Career Exploration for  Grade 7-12 students

Posted January 14, 2021

The Business & Education Partnership (BEP) is very excited to share a virtual version of Explore Your Future 2021!  Instead of a one evening career expo, they will be hosting a FREE one-hour Speaker Series through February & March for Grade 7-12 students & parents. In order to participate, please register here: https://www.bepwr.ca/initiatives/explore-your-future

Ontario Declares Second Provincial Emergency

Posted January 13, 2021

We want to provide WRDSB families with further information regarding the declaration of a second provincial emergency and the most recent direction from the Ministry of Education. By January 20, 2021, the Chief Medical Officer of Health will advise the Ministry of Education, in conjunction with local public health units, which school boards will resume […]

Free Google Meet Workshop for Families

Posted January 12, 2021

This week, Cobblestone Collective, in partnership with Google Canada, is offering a free one hour workshop for families on how to use Google Meet. Topics covered in the workshop include learning how to navigate Google Meet, finding links to your child’s online lessons, troubleshooting tips and understanding how students participate in their online learning. When […]

Grade 8 Students – Transition to Secondary School

Posted January 11, 2021

Dear Families of Future Grade Nine students, A google classroom for the Secondary School transition was created in the fall. Please ask your Grade 8 student to show it to you, if you haven’t had a chance to see it as yet. Grade 8 students will begin the course selection process in February, guided by […]

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