Rapid Antigen Testing for Students Over the Winter Break

Posted December 3, 2021

In an effort to promote a safer return to the classroom after the winter break, on behalf of the Government of Ontario, the Waterloo Region District School Board will be providing take-home rapid antigen screening kits to every student attending in-person learning at our board. The rapid antigen screening kits are intended for use by […]

Educator Recognized for Dedication to Advocacy and Supporting Multilingual Students

Posted December 1, 2021

When Kimiko Shibata heard she had been selected as a winner of the 2021 Leading Women, Leading Girls – Building Communities Recognition Award, she didn’t believe it at first. Shibata is a multilingual learner (MLL) resource teacher with the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). “Oh no, that’s for other people,” said Shibata as she […]

Support WEFI and Support Our Students

Posted December 1, 2021

WEFI helps, and you can too. The Waterloo Education Foundation Inc. (WEFI) helps to make a wide variety of programs in our schools possible. From school nutrition programs, to helping ensure all students are able to engage in extracurricular activities, your contributions will directly help our students. Give the Gift of WEFI Multiply the impact […]

Future Students – Updates for 2022-2023 School Year

Posted December 1, 2021

We are pleased to announce the relaunch and update to our FUTURE STUDENTS section of our school website, with loads of helpful information for students and families as you begin to navigate the transition to high school in September 2022.  While the main focus of this area is grade 8 to 9 transitions, there are also many resources to help new students joining the Highlander community in the future.  You’ll find links to course selections, special programs, student supports and more.  Feel free to explore!

A huge thanks to the many families who joined us for the virtual information sessions on Thursday, December 9th.  We will post a recorded version of the presentation this week for those students/families who couldn’t attend the live sessions – stay tuned!

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Covid Case Notification

Posted November 28, 2021

COVID-19: CASE NOTIFICATION   Region of Waterloo Public Health has determined that a student last in the Sir John A Macdonald Secondary School building on November 16, is a confirmed positive case of COVID-19. The identity of the individual is protected by privacy legislation and will not be shared.   Public Health has identified all […]

Diploma Pick Up Starts Today: 12-2:30

Posted November 26, 2021

To the Graduating Class of 2021:   Reminder that Diploma Pick-Up starts today (12-2:30 Cafe Doors)!  After today, diplomas will be available through the Main Office during School Office Hours. Be sure to stay connected for info. for Spring Reunion Info….and here is the link to an encore broadcast  of Graduation Week  from June 2021 (with […]

December Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents and Caregivers

Posted November 25, 2021

As part of our ongoing efforts to support 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 to assist them in supporting […]

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