November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

Posted November 25, 2022

Today, Friday November 25, is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. It was first designated by the UN General Assembly in 1981. November 25 was chosen to honour the lives of three political activists from the Dominican Republic. The Mirabal sisters were murdered under the order of the country’s ruler in […]

Semester 1 Midterm Report Cards Going Home Today

Posted November 25, 2022

Semester 1 Midterm Student Report Cards were distributed to students today in their Period 1 class. If your student has a Period 1 spare, or is away from school today, they can pick theirs up in the Main Office.

Snowball Dance- Wednesday Nov 30 7-9pm

Posted November 24, 2022

Come check out the Snowball dance at WCI on Wednesday Nov 30 from 7-9 Tickets on sale on school-day $10.00 regular admission, $5.00 discounted price for students who have purchased a student activity card (fee).  Tickets are also available in person at lunch in the Student Activities Hallway. Tickets available at the door for $10.00 […]

WCI Reopening on Tuesday, November 22

Posted November 21, 2022

Waterloo Collegiate Institute will be reopening for learning on Tuesday, November 22. On Monday, our school experienced a heating issue due to a boiler malfunction, which Facility Services has been working to address. As a result of their hard work, our school is now able to reopen.

[INFORMATION] WCI Closed – Nov 21, 2022

Posted November 21, 2022

School Closed for November 21 This morning, our school is experiencing a heating issue due to a boiler malfunction. As a result, our school will be closed. Facility Services is working to address the issue as quickly as possible. We will provide updates to families as they become available. Student learning will continue. Teachers will […]

November 20-26 is Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week

Posted November 20, 2022

In the WRDSB, we are committed to fostering a school culture that is safe, respectful and prioritizes the inclusion of all. We remain steadfast in our commitment to the safety and well-being of all of our students. To help us in our work to promote safe schools and positive learning environments, Ontario has designated the […]

Message from Ontario Chief Medical Officer on Fall Respiratory Season

Posted November 18, 2022

The following is a message from Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, for all parents and guardians of children in Ontario: Re: Fall Respiratory Season I am reaching out to you to share some important information and reminders to help protect ourselves, our families, and our children against the spread of respiratory infections. […]

Build a Dream Career Discovery Expo

Posted November 17, 2022

Build a Dream will be hosting its Career Discovery Expo on November 30, 2022 at Bingemans in Kitchener. This event is geared towards women and girls in Grades 7 to 12, and admission is free for students and their parents or caregivers. Attendees can learn more about careers in STEM, skilled trades, emergency response, entrepreneurship […]

Labour Update: WRDSB schools will remain open

Posted November 17, 2022

The Waterloo Region District School Board continues to monitor the provincial labour negotiations closely. Yesterday, November 16, CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) served notice that it plans to commence a strike involving full withdrawal of services on Monday, November 21, 2022, should an agreement not be reached. It is important to note that there […]

November 16 is Louis Riel Day

Posted November 16, 2022

Today, November 16, is Louis Riel Day in Ontario. Louis Riel Day recognizes the anniversary of Riel’s execution in 1885. This day is an opportunity to learn more about the life and importance of Louis Riel, leader of the Métis. Riel led Métis People in the Northwest Resistance to protect Métis rights and ways-of-life. The […]

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