WRDSB Schools Shine at 2023 Musicfest Canada Nationals

Posted May 30, 2023

Congratulations to Eastwood Collegiate Institute (ECI), Jacob Hespeler Secondary School (JHSS) and Waterloo Collegiate Institute (WCI), for their award-winning performances at the 2023 Musicfest Canada Nationals in Niagara Falls. In total, the three Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) secondary schools took home one Gold Award and seven Silver Awards. Three students also received Honour […]

Recognizing National AccessAbility Week 2023

Posted May 30, 2023

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) continues to prioritize accessibility in all that we do. This week, we are recognizing National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada. The 2023 theme for NAAW is “Disability Inclusion: From Possibilities to Practice”. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code, “Disability” covers a broad range and degree of conditions, […]

Police Warn of Fraudulent Cheque Scam

Posted May 26, 2023

WRDSB families: We want to ensure you are aware of a fraudulent cheque scam which has affected multiple youths in the Waterloo region.  According to Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS), in this scam, the fraudster sends a message about a money-making opportunity, via an instant messaging application, to the victim. The fraudster asks the victim […]

WCI Athletic Banquet – June 14 4-6:30pm

Posted May 26, 2023

WCI will be hosting the 2022-23 Athletic Banquet on Wednesday June 14, 2023 from 4:00pm to 6:30pm at WCI. Tickets are available for $10 on school day or cash in the main office.  Space is limited to please make sure you purchase your tickets early. This is a semi formal event so students are encouraged […]

Explore Your Future Career Expo

Posted May 16, 2023

Explore Your Future: Free Student and Parent Career Expo Grade 7-12 students and their parents/guardians are invited to attend “Explore Your Future” career expo being hosted on Wednesday May 17 (at the Aud in Kitchener) from 5 – 8PM. The FREE drop-in style event is an excellent opportunity to learn about career options, volunteer opportunities and educational programs from 50+ […]

Celebrating World Education Support Personnel Day

Posted May 16, 2023

May 16 is World Education Support Personnel Day. Join us in celebrating the important role support staff hold within the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). From the school office to the Director’s office, WRDSB support staff are vital members of our school communities and education teams, and key to student success. Every day, WRDSB […]

Immunization Catch-Up Clinic – May 116 & 17

Posted May 12, 2023

Dear Parents/Guardians, As the School Immunization program was interrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Region of Waterloo is collaborating with schools to provide secondary school students easy access to catch up on their publicly funded vaccines at their schools. The vaccines offered at school catch up clinics are: ∙ Meningococcal (Men-ACYW-135) ∙ Human Papillomavirus (HPV) […]

In Memory of Trustee Fred Meissner

Posted May 10, 2023

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is deeply saddened by the passing of Trustee Fred Meissner. Trustee Meissner was an exemplary board member who sat on multiple committees. His passion and dedication to improving public education in the region was second to none. His priority was always students, their success and well-being, and his commitment […]

May is Asian Heritage Month

Posted May 8, 2023

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 […]

May is Jewish Heritage Month

Posted May 8, 2023

May is Jewish Heritage Month in Canada. The Jewish-Canadian community has existed for more than 250 years and 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 yet well-represented local community. Jewish Heritage Month is an opportunity for us to recognize […]

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