Scare Hunger – Support the Waterloo Region Food Bank

Posted October 21, 2026

Hello Hurricanes! Our annual SCARE HUNGER campaign has officially launched, and we hope to address the issue of food insecurity in our community. Students can donate online using the QR code in the ad above (or via posters around the school) or by bringing non-perishable food items to their homeroom class.  The winning homeroom of the competition will be treated to delicious reward of donuts and hot chocolate! We can make an impact, but only if we all pitch in.

REMINDER: If you decide to donate online with the QR code, please be sure to specify your homeroom teacher.

DONATION LINK

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Explore Your Future: Career Speaker Expo

Posted October 20, 2026

Students in Grades 7 to 12 and their parents, families and caregivers are invited to attend and learn about career options and future pathways at the Explore Your Future Career Expo.  Organized by the Business and Education Partnership (BEP) of Waterloo Region, the event will allow attendees to: Learn about local colleges, universities, and training […]

WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for Tragedy at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright

Posted October 20, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will join other Ontario government buildings and establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast until further notice, to mark the tragedy that occurred at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, in Alberta, on October 17, 2026.

Assistive Technology – Support for Families in Fall 2026

Posted October 19, 2026

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Assistive Technology Team of […]

LHSS Fall Harvest Dinner – Last Call for Tickets

Posted October 19, 2026

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Today is the last chance to purchase tickets for our upcoming Fall Harvest Dinner on Thursday, October 29th.  Students, families and members of the LHSS community are welcome – tickets can be purchased through SchoolDay!  Enjoy great food provided by our hospitality classes while coming together for a fun night at Laurel Heights!

Doors will open at 5:30 PM for some casual indoor lawn games, with a seated dinner beginning at 6:00 PM in the cafeteria. Tickets are $25.00 plus a non-perishable food item, with all food donations going to support families in need.

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October Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers

Posted October 13, 2026

As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, families and caregivers, our Psychology staff are offering several Lunch and Learn sessions. This month’s webinar aims to equip parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting their children.  Lunch and Learn Sessions “Let’s […]

LHSS “Away for the Day” Mobile Device Policy Reminder

Posted October 8, 2026

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With many of our students settled into their school daily routines, it’s time for a reminder about Laurel Heights’ updated “AWAY FOR THE DAY” mobile device policy…

  • To help establish a distraction free learning environment, cell phones and other mobile devices are to be powered off/silenced and out of sight during all class periods (unless permitted for specific classroom purposes by your teacher).
  • This includes classrooms, hallways, pods, bathrooms, foyers and stairwells.  
  • Phones may be used before the first bell, during lunch and after the final bell at the end of the day.
  • Students on spare periods are permitted to use mobile devices in the library or cafeteria only.

Be aware that LHSS staff may direct students to the main office who are seen using mobile devices during “away for the day” times/areas.  Your phone/device will be stored in a secure area in the office until the end of the school day and can be picked up after 2:30pm.

Additionally, as per WRDSB policy, smart glasses (such as Meta glasses) are not permitted for use at school at any time.

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