October 10th, 2024

Friday, October 11, 2024, is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff.

• Students will not attend school, in person or virtually
• All board-operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will be closed

About Professional Development (PD) Days

PD days are held throughout the school year to provide learning opportunities for school-based staff. This professional learning focuses on providing educators and staff with the knowledge and skills needed to support and enhance student achievement and well being.

What Secondary Staff Are Learning

Friday, October 11, 2024 – Full Day Session

• Focus: School Learning and Improvement Process connected to destreaming
• Format: In-Person and Online
• Learning delivery method: Presentation, group activities, hands-on exercises
• Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): Waterloo Region District School Board
• Schools Participating: All Secondary

Content of Staff Learning

• Tier 1 supports for students, including:
  • Universal Design for Learning
  • Differentiation
  • Literacy Development
• Tier 2 supports in the secondary classroom

Learn more about Professional Development for School Staff on the WRDSB website.

Additionally, Monday, October 14th is Thanksgiving – all schools will be closed for this holiday. 

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