Assistive Technology – Training for Families
Posted October 6, 2022
View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Somali Soomaali Spanish Española Turkish Türk Parents and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) SEA Assistive Technology Team is here to help you. In October, they […]
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Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for members
Posted October 5, 2022
Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for parent/caregiver and community members for the 2022-23 school year. We invite parents/caregivers of students currently enrolled in any of our schools to apply. This is not an application to apply for school council. Please contact your child’s school administrator if you want to be on your child’s […]
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Celebrating World Teacher’s Day
Posted October 5, 2022
Today, October 5, is World Teachers’ Day and the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is sharing gratitude and admiration for the work teachers do every day. The theme for World Teachers Day 2022, as selected by UNESCO, is: “The transformation of education begins with teachers”. Today, and every day, teachers within the Board support […]
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October Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents and Caregivers
Posted October 4, 2022
As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, caregivers and families, our psychology staff are offering a number of lunch and learn sessions for WRDSB parents, caregivers and family members. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip parents with useful tips and information […]
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School Photo Order Info
Posted October 3, 2022
Photo proofs from picture day have arrived and will be going home with your student(s) tomorrow, October 4th. If you are placing an order please follow the instructions on the proof sheet. Orders are due October 11. Any late orders placed after the due date are subject to a $10 late fee.
Celebrating Custodial Appreciation Day
Posted October 2, 2022
Today is Custodial Appreciation Day. We want to express our gratitude to the custodians and maintenance staff who work tirelessly to make sure Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and offices are clean, safe and well-maintained. During the pandemic, these hard-working individuals played a critical role. No matter the time of day, they made […]
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Waterloo Region District School Board Confirms Some Student Information Involved in Cyber Incident
Posted September 29, 2022
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) confirms that some information in the student grade database was impacted by the July 10 cyber incident. The data involved included information for some students enrolled in the 2006-07 through 2012-13 academic years. Given the years involved, the vast majority of individuals are former students. Social insurance numbers, […]
School Travel Planning – how do you get to school?
Posted September 29, 2022
Dear Families, Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region strives to positively influence children’s lives by coordinating their safe and efficient movement between home and school in support of their educational journey. In an effort to support students living in the walk zone, STSWR offers School Travel Planning services that work with your school board, area […]
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Parking Lot and Drop Off/Pick Up of Students on Tarmac
Posted September 26, 2022
Dear Parents and Guardians, We’ve been given the go ahead to hire a parking lot attendant at Janet Metcalfe P.S.! The allocation for this position is 5 hours per week. We are in need of someone for 30 minutes in the morning and 30 minutes in the afternoon. Please connect with us at the office if you […]
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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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