International Mother Language Day

International Mother Language Day is observed every year on February 21 to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. At WRDSB, we want every student to feel like they belong, and we strive to create a language-friendly environment in every school. In recognition of International Mother Language Day, WRDSB multilingual students have been creating artwork […]

Pink Shirt Day is Wednesday, February 23

Wednesday, February 23 is Pink Shirt Day and we encourage the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) community to participate with us by taking a stand against bullying of all kinds.  For almost two years, much of our everyday interactions have shifted to being online. Whether it has been to learn, work, keep in touch […]

It Is Time To Name Our School! To Our Students: Have Your Say!

It is time to name our school! The voices of students and staff will serve to inform the Renaming Committee (a committee of the Board of Trustees) with what our preferences are for the new name of our school. The Renaming Committee determines the top 3 recommendations for WRDSB Trustees, and then Trustees will select […]

Grade 10 Family Night/Virtual Open House with University of Waterloo

Dear Highlander Families,

Do you have a child in Grade 10 who is thinking about post-secondary? The University of Waterloo is hosting a virtual Family Night for students and parents/caregivers on Thursday, February 24 at 6pm. Learn about what your child can do now to prepare for post-secondary education.

Speakers will provide an overview of university and tips on how to choose a program of study. The information will be helpful regardless of which universities or programs interest you and will not focus on Waterloo’s faculties and academic programs.

Registration for these events is required.

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February 18 – All schools closed and transportation cancelled

Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools are closed. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre are closed. All WRDSB students will participate in a Weather Impacted Remote Learning day. Educators in both the in-person and […]

Update on Anticipated Transportation Service Interruptions

This is an important update from Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) which continues to experience bus driver shortages. STSWR and their service providers continue to work hard to address staffing pressures and service shortfalls, through enhanced recruiting efforts and we are beginning to see the results. The additional staffing pressure of the latest […]

Friday, February 18 is Black Brilliance Day

Our first Black Brilliance Day will be held on Friday, February 18 in schools that currently have a Black Students’ Association or Union (BSA/U). Black Brilliance Day is an opportunity for all Black students to stand boldly, proudly and unapologetically in their African ancestry and Black identities. Last fall, we hosted a t-shirt design competition. […]

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