May 30th, 2024

We believe that our schools need to be safe and inclusive spaces for everyone in our communities.

Supporting Student Learning and Accommodating Creed

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to fostering welcoming learning environments where everyone feels they belong, while upholding the:

  • Ontario Human Rights Code
  • Education Act
  • Safe and Accepting Schools Act
  • Other relevant legislation

Schools are made up of students and families with many different:

  • Backgrounds
  • Beliefs
  • Experiences

We know that families and caregivers teach students about beliefs. Schools work with families and caregivers to help students reach their full potential.

Our Roles

Learn more about our respective roles in supporting student learning and accommodating creed:

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Creed Accommodations

WRDSB supports safe and welcoming schools where all students feel:

  • Welcome
  • Included

We must uphold the Ontario Human Rights Code and provide creed accommodations within the limits of the Code. According to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms a student can express what they believe based on their creed but cannot say something harmful or hateful. The Board will make reasonable efforts, on an individual basis, to accommodate students within the curriculum.

However, in alignment with the Code, the Board cannot excuse students from learning opportunities which address protected identities, outside of Strand D of the Health and Physical Education curriculum.

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Share Your Questions or Concerns

We are committed to supporting student achievement and well-being together with:

  • Families
  • Caregivers
  • Staff
  • Community

If you have specific questions about the curriculum or how to support your child’s learning:

  1. Speak with your child’s teacher
  2. Speak with your school principal
  3. Speak with Your School Superintendent of Student Achievement & Well-Being

Learn more about the Process for Addressing Concerns.