Presentation by Dr. Alison Yeung – May 13th – 6:30pm

Posted April 22, 2026

Waterloo Collegiate Institute’s School Council is pleased to welcome Dr. Alison Yeung for a guest presentation on Wednesday, May 13th, at 6:30 PM at the school. Parents, students, and community members are all welcome and encouraged to attend. Dr. Yeung has conducted extensive research and speaks frequently on the impact of screens and social media on child development and […]

2026 Commencement Registration is now OPEN

Posted March 31, 2026

WATERLOO COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE 2026 COMMENCEMENT The event will be held at Wilfrid Laurier University Athletic Complex on June 19, 2026 at 7:00 pm (Graduates to arrive for 6pm) IMPORTANT INFORMATION: COST: The $75.00 fee for this year’s Commencement exercises is non-refundable and includes: one grad ticket, two guest tickets, cap & tassel In order to […]

Relay For Life – Registration is NOW OPEN

Posted March 27, 2026

Relay For Life Registration is Open May 22, 2026 4pm-10pm www.relayforlife.ca/wci What is Relay 4 Life: Relay For Life is an event WCI holds to raise money and awareness for the Canadian Cancer Society. This event is held in the WCI field from 4-10pm on Friday MAY 22nd. Activities and small events will be ongoing throughout the evening […]

May Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers

Posted May 6, 2026

As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, families and caregivers, our psychology staff are offering several Lunch and Learn sessions. This month’s webinar aims to equip parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting their children.  Lunch and Learn Sessions Teaching […]

Ministers Certificate of Recognition for Community Involvement – SUBMIT HOURS BY MAY 12TH!

Posted May 5, 2026

Hello Grade 12 Students! As you may already know, all students are required to volunteer for at least 40 Community Involvement/Service hours to graduate from high school. The Ontario Ministry of Education has released new information about recognition for students who go above and beyond the 40 hour minimum requirement for graduation.  Starting this year, students can […]

WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for the Late OPP Sgt. Brandon Malcolm

Posted May 5, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will join other Ontario government buildings and establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast until sunset on Wednesday, May 6, in observance of the funeral of the late OPP Sgt. Brandon Malcolm. OPP Sgt. Brandon Malcolm passed away on Monday, April 27, […]

WRDSB Flags at Half-mast for the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S)

Posted May 4, 2026

May 5 is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S). We ask that the WRDSB community pause to remember and honour the thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ People in Canada. To recognize this day, flags at the WRDSB Education Centre will […]

Generative AI Tools and Guidelines

Posted May 4, 2026

On May 4, 2026, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will enable access to Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) tools for WRDSB students in Grades 7 to 12. The approved tools include: Gemini Chat NotebookLM This initiative is part of the WRDSB’s ongoing work to ensure our students graduate with the tools and education to […]

Full Disclosure Date: Friday, May 8th

Posted May 1, 2026

The full disclosure date is Friday, May 8th, 2026. This means that if students do NOT drop a Grade 11 or Grade 12 course PRIOR to Friday, May 8th, it WILL appear on their transcript. If students wish to drop a Grade 11 or Grade 12 course, please complete the course change form by THURSDAY, MAY […]

WRDSB Celebrates Asian Heritage Month 2026

Posted May 1, 2026

May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada. For nearly 250 years, people of Asian heritage have contributed to Canadian history, society, and identity. To celebrate Asian Heritage Month, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) invites students, staff and families to learn more about the diverse cultures and experiences of Asian Canadians and the Asian […]

Don’t Miss It: Assistive Technology – Support for Families in May 2026

Posted May 1, 2026

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Assistive Technology Team of […]

May is Jewish Heritage Month

Posted May 1, 2026

May is Jewish Heritage Month in Canada. The Jewish-Canadian community has existed for more than 250 years. The Jewish-identifying population in Canada is estimated at 400,000. There is prominent representation in Ontario, and in Waterloo Region there is a small, well-represented local community. Jewish Heritage Month is an opportunity for us to recognize and celebrate […]

May 4 to 10 is Mental Health Week

Posted May 1, 2026

Since 1951, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) has hosted Mental Health Week during the first week in May. Mental Health Week is a Canadian tradition, with communities, schools and workplaces rallying to celebrate, protect and promote mental health. Mental Health Week in the WRDSB Next week, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is […]

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