Category: Schools

About and by our schools! Events, initiatives, successes.

Outgoing student trustees reflect on 2016-17 school year

Posted June 23, 2017






During the month of June, most Waterloo Region District School Board students look forward to leaving the classroom for the summer. But for two students the end of the school year also marks the end of their time in the boardroom. Ryan Barnes and Husayn Jamal will officially finish their terms as Student Trustees on July 31.






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National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism

Posted June 23, 2017






On June 23rd Waterloo Region District School Board buildings are lowering flags to half-mast in memory of those who have lost their lives through acts of terror in Canada and around the world. WRDSB also wishes to extend condolences to all who have been affected by terrorism. This day marks the anniversary of the Air […]

Summertime sun safety

Posted June 19, 2017






Warm weather has finally arrived in Waterloo region and with it comes a reminder on sun safety. We believe in promoting sun safety through education and working with our community partners, such as Public Health. Creating shaded spaces in our school yards and play areas is a key component of our Sun Safety and Shading […]

Summer school transportation schedules now available

Posted June 16, 2017






Summer school courses at Waterloo District School Board secondary schools begin on Tuesday, July 4, 2017.

If you are using Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) to attend summer school, the bus schedules and stop locations are now available. Please be at your bus stop 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.

If you have any questions about summer school transportation, please contact STSWR at 519-650-4934 ext. 221.






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Parent resources for Pride conversations

Posted June 12, 2017






For the month of June, all WRDSB schools and the education centre are flying the Pride flag. Below are some frequently asked questions and resources to help guide conversations for parents and caregivers. Why is my child’s school flying the Pride flag? The month of June is Pride month. Many of our students, staff, parents/guardians […]

We asked. You answered. A review of community feedback during budget

Posted June 7, 2017






Waterloo Region District School Board continues to work hard with students, staff, parents and caregivers, and community partners, to ensure education and student success is a partnership. This is why we called on you to participate in our annual budget survey, from February 21 to March 10, and provide input on the funding priorities and […]

Elmira District Secondary School’s Team 4917 finished ninth at robotic world championships

Posted May 30, 2017






The Elmira District Secondary School robotics squad, Team 4917, competed with more than 400 teams from around the world in St. Louis last month at the FIRST® Robotics Competition Championship. The team was part of the alliance that came home with a ninth overall finish at the world championships. The Elmira robotic team is one of two teams in Waterloo Region District School Board and is ranked in the top 60 of the world.






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“I avoided telling the hockey community.” Brock McGillis shares his story with Laurentian PS students, staff

Posted May 26, 2017






More than 400 students and staff gathered in the gymnasium at Laurentian Public School to hear Brock McGillis, former Ontario Hockey League player and now public speaker, share his story about his life as a gay, professional hockey player.






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Doon PS student spells his way to Washington DC

Posted May 25, 2017






Akshansh Ajay Kumar is leaving Doon Public School for the hustle and bustle Washington DC; at least temporarily. Akshansh is competing in the National Spelling Bee this weekend. He’s one of only three students from Ontario to reach the international competition and the only WRDSB student. His journey to Washington started with a spelling bee […]

Grade 3 and 6 EQAO assessments begin May 23, Grade 9 assessments on June 5

Posted May 19, 2017






Beginning Tuesday, May 23, Grade 3 and 6 students will begin EQAO assessments of reading, writing and mathematics. Grade 9 students will complete their assessment of mathematics, beginning on Monday, June 5. Please check with your individual school for exact assessment dates.






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