Happy New Years Resolutions | Caring/Coping/Connecting

The newest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can set realistic goals for the year ahead, while approaching ourselves with self-compassion. The new year brings with it the idea of a fresh start, which can be exciting, motivating and full of promises of a better year. The tips in this edition will help you […]

Lincoln Alexander Day

“It is not your duty to be average. It is your duty to set a higher example for others to follow.” -Lincoln Alexander Since 2015, January 21 has been recognised across Canada as Lincoln Alexander Day. The Honourable Lincoln Alexander was a pioneer in the fight for racial equity in Canada. Alexander’s legacy is marked […]

Statement regarding Committtee of the Whole Meeting recording January 17, 2022

Following the Committee of the Whole meeting on Monday, January 17, 2022, we would like to express our deep regret for any harm caused to the transgender community. As a school board, we are guided by the Ontario Human Rights Code and committed to doing our best so that all students are affirmed in their identity and see […]

Notification of Covid Cases in your Child’s Class

Please know that notification for any Covid Cases reported to the school (PCR or RAT results shared with the school by parents) will be sent out to parents of the students in that course/section to the email that you have registered to use in the School Day system. If you have  changed your email since […]

A Message from the Minister of Education to Ontario’s Parents

The following is a letter to parents and caregivers, from Minister of Education Stephen Lecce and Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kieran Moore. Dear Parent or Guardian, We know how critical in-person learning is to the mental health, well-being and academic success of Ontario students. As we meet the challenge presented by the Omicron […]

Semester 2 Highlanders Daily Schedule Update

As per the WRDSB announcement on January 18th, secondary schools are returning to a regular semester model for sem 2, with 4 classes per day (75 minutes each) starting on February 3rd.  To assist students and families plan ahead for your second semester school days, please see the updated daily timetable below.

Lunch will remain 40 minutes in length and the school day will now end at 2:20 (extended to accommodate 5 minutes travel time between each morning and afternoon class).  We will also be running on a DAY 1 schedule only (same schedule each day – afternoon classes will NOT flip on alternating days as they did pre-COVID).

  • 8:30-9:45 – PERIOD A
  • 9:45-9:50 – travel time
  • 9:50-11:05 – PERIOD B
  • 11:05-11:45 – LUNCH
  • 11:45-1:00 – PERIOD C
  • 1:00-1:05 – travel time
  • 1:05-2:20 – PERIOD D

Read more about Semester 2 Highlanders Daily Schedule Update »

Celebrating Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker Appreciation Day

January 19 is Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker Appreciation Day. On this day, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) asks you to take a moment to acknowledge and show your appreciation to all the incredible Educational Assistants (EAs) and Child and Youth Workers (CYWs) in the WRDSB. The incredible dedication and work […]

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