October 12th, 2023

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is pleased to encourage Grade 9 student participation on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 in Take Our Kids to Work 2023. 

This experiential learning opportunity is for Grade 9 students across Canada, offering them the chance to see the world of work firsthand, explore a variety of careers and sectors, and look at what skills are important to thrive in the world of work.  If you are a grade 9 student planning to participate, please print and fill out this consent form and return it to the main office by Mon. Oct. 30. Be sure to take advantage of this career exploration opportunity!

Related Links:
The Learning Partnership – Take Our Kids to Work Day website
Take Our Kids to Work Day Parent/Guardian Consent Form
Take Our Kids to Work Day Family Guide

About Take Our Kids to Work Day

Take Our Kids to Work Day (TOKTW) has a long history of being a successful opportunity for students to gain real world experience in the workplace. TOKTW also connects parents and caregivers and their Grade 9 students in a day full of fun and career exploration. The WRDSB is supporting TOKTW in partnership with The Students Commission of Canada (SCC). To support educators, families, and employers in executing TOKW programming, SCC will develop resource guides with tools, agendas, and activities for both in-person and virtual experiences, available in English and French.

Accessing Resources from The Students Commission of Canada

To access the resources, you will need to register. To register, visit the SCC website and scroll to the bottom of the page to complete the registration information.

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