Issues with Automated Attendance Calls
Posted September 29, 2022
We are currently experiencing a system wide issue with our automated phoner system, which we use for reporting student absences and lates to parents/guardians. Starting tonight, Thursday, Sept. 29th, attendance calls will not be going home. Please contact your student’s teachers if you have any questions regarding their attendance in class. Please continue to inform the main […]
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WCI: School Photos – UPDATE
Posted September 28, 2022
Attention WCI Families! Your student has received a picture proof of their 2022-23 school photo in their homeroom this week – if they have not, please direct them to the main office for help locating this proof. A sample of this is below; You must order photos online by October 4th if you want to […]
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$58,000 in Bursaries Awarded to 50+ Co-Op Students
Posted September 28, 2022
58 Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Co-operative Education students are about to receive $1,000 each. These awards are thanks to the Learn and Work and Skilled Trade Bursary Programs. That works out to $58,000 in bursaries to support students as they explore the career options available to them. Co-operative Education students from across the […]
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Ontario University Information Events
Posted September 27, 2022
*Note that the Ontario University Fair (OUF) is this weekend!* Are you planning on attending university? If so, check out the upcoming events to meet with representatives from every Ontario university – both in-person and virtual options are provided. Visit the Ontario Universities’ Fair website for more details. Ontario Universities’ Fair (OUF) October 1-2, 2022, […]
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[INFORMATION] Plans of Care
Posted September 27, 2022
Hello Viking Families, Today students who have a medical condition requiring a Plan of Care (POC), will be sent home with their paperwork. It is important this paperwork be updated and signed, then returned to the main office as soon as possible. If your student no longer requires a POC, please let the office know […]
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Woodworking Co-Op Offers the Tangible Benefits of Experiential Learning
Posted September 26, 2022
“There’s nothing like sitting on the chair you’ve built.” Casey Herfuth likes a good challenge and loves working with hands. So, when the Grade 11 student at Preston High School (PHS) was offered a co-op placement at Steel and Timber Designs in Cambridge, he jumped at the opportunity. He earned high school credits, while gaining […]
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Photo Retake Day – Oct 17th
Posted September 26, 2022
Photo Retake Day is scheduled for Monday October 17th.
COVID-19 Update for the 2022/23 School Year
Posted September 23, 2022
With the return to school well underway, we want to provide an update to families and caregivers on our current COVID-19 measures. Please know that the health and safety of our students and staff remain our top priority. We continue to follow the guidance of the Ministry of Education and public health, to balance the […]
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day – Friday, September 30
Posted September 23, 2022
On Friday, September 30, Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. All WRDSB schools and offices will remain open for students and staff. What is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation? On June 2021, the Government of Canada created the National Day for […]
Saying Thanks on IT Professionals Day
Posted September 20, 2022
Today is IT Professionals Day – it’s an opportunity to recognize the critical role information technology staff play in supporting staff and students all across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). First celebrated in 2015, IT Professionals Day was created to show appreciation for these dedicated professionals who keep every part of their organization […]