The importance of play in Kindergarten education

Posted March 30, 2022

Children are naturally curious about the world. They actively explore the environment and the world around them through play. Play-based learning is an essential part of a child’s development. Play provides opportunities to integrate all areas of learning. Since children arrive at school with different backgrounds and experiences and at different stages of development, Kindergarten […]

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 […]

Crossing Guard Appreciation Day

Posted March 24, 2022

Today is Crossing Guard Appreciation Day. Each and every school day, our crossing guards ensure the safety of students and their families as they cross the street. Over the years, they come to know not only every student who crosses at their location, but also their families. We are extremely grateful to have such wonderful […]

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, […]

Have Your Say – Our Strategic Plan

Posted March 23, 2022

WRDSB parents, caregivers and community members, we want to hear from you! Your voice will help us plan for the future of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Have Your Say We want to hear from you about your experiences with the WRDSB. The following individuals are invited to take the survey: Parents and […]

March 23 – All schools closed and transportation cancelled

Posted March 23, 2022

Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools are closed. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre are closed. All WRDSB students will participate in a Weather Impacted Remote Learning day. Educators in both the in-person and […]

March 23 – All schools closed and transportation cancelled

Posted March 23, 2022

Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools are closed. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre are closed. All WRDSB students will participate in a Weather Impacted Remote Learning day. Educators in both the in-person and […]

Student Activities for the Strategic Planning Process

Posted March 21, 2022

Students, we want to hear from you! Your voice will help us plan for the future of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Student Activities Students will have time in class to complete one of the following two activities. You can also complete one of these activities at home. These activities help us learn […]

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Posted March 21, 2022

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The theme for 2022 is Voices for Action Against Racism. Within our school board, we are proud of all WRDSB staff and students who work against racism. One example is Hana Adham, a Grade 12 student in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), […]

Finding Purpose in Eliminating Discrimination

Posted March 21, 2022

Hana Adham, a Grade 12 student in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), is driven to help eliminate racial discrimination. The spark that ignited her interest in social justice and human rights began with the opportunity to take part in the Ripple Effect Education (TREE) and Kindred Credit Union’s Peace Innovators Scholarship and Mentoring […]

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