Thinking Out Loud survey results

Posted June 22, 2021

On February 10, our 2020-21 student trustees, Tristan and Rowan, launched Thinking Out Loud, a ThoughtExchange survey to help them better understand and represent their peers. It was created exclusively for WRDSB students in Grades 7 to 12 to collect open and honest feedback. In addition, it provided all students with a safe, confidential space […]

Summer School Update

Posted June 18, 2021

This message is for families who have already registered their child for our Summer School program. Registration for Summer School has closed. Please speak to your school administrator if you have any questions. Dear Summer School Families, We would like to thank you for registering your child for Summer School this year. We are currently […]

Student’s Hair On The Line for Rainbow Railroad

Posted June 18, 2021

Anna Wienburg, a Grade 12 student at Bluevale Collegiate Institute (BCI) in Waterloo, is putting her hair on the line to raise funds for Rainbow Railroad, an organization that helps LGBTQI people seek safe haven from violence and persecution. Wienburg pledged to shave off all her hair if she hit the initial goal of $1,000. […]

Report Card Info

Posted June 17, 2021

Dear JME Families, We apologize for the earlier email and the misunderstanding it may have caused. We hope this email will clarify the process. Report Cards will be handed out on June 24, 25, and 28th when you come for your ‘classroom connection’ (please see the posted schedule on School Day or the JME website). […]

School Vaccine Clinics In Waterloo Region

Posted June 17, 2021

The Waterloo Region Vaccine Task Force is hosting school vaccine clinics across Waterloo Region between June 22 – 26, 2021 for youth and their families. These clinics do not take walk-ins, an appointment is needed. School vaccine clinics Youth aged 12-17 and family members they live with can book appointments at these vaccine clinics to […]

Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

Posted June 17, 2021

On Monday, June 21st, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is offering a full day of programming available for educators to enjoy alongside their students, featuring Indigenous authors, artists, dancers, Knowledge Keepers, and other special guests who will share their stories, cultures, and insights throughout the day. This will be an exceptional opportunity to […]

Let’s Connect: Tell Us How You Are Doing

Posted June 16, 2021

All Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students and families are invited to take part in the third installment of our Let’s Connect Survey series. What is the purpose of the Let’s Connect 3 Survey? We would like to hear from students and families about: their experiences this year student/staff well-being feedback about planning for […]

Classroom Connections – End of Year Schedule

Posted June 15, 2021

   Hello Mavericks, As we come to the end of the year, it is a time to celebrate everything we have accomplished this year, and to look forward to the next year. We have enjoyed watching your child(ren) grow and learn.  Now it is time to celebrate our successes, and to say goodbye until next […]

Grade 8 Celebration Update

Posted June 15, 2021

Hello Maverick Families, We apologize for having to change some details in regards to our Grade 8 Celebration info, and appreciate your patience and understanding in this matter. Here are the details going forward… Our students will be watching a special ‘Grade 8 Celebration’ video composed of all the student’s slides, and messages from staff […]

Juneteenth and Emancipation Day

Posted June 15, 2021

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when enslaved Black communities in Texas, USA learned they’d be free – two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth marks the tragedy of enslavement and recognizes the challenges that those who fight injustice continue to face. Juneteenth also […]

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