Community Transition Fair For Parents, Caregivers, Families and Students

Posted April 10, 2026

Parents, families, caregivers and students are invited to attend the Community Transition Fair, hosted by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB).  Community Transition Fair Parents, caregivers, families and students will learn about programs, services, and supports available in our community for individuals with disabilities.  Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026  Where: Education Centre, 51 Ardelt […]

Assistive Technology – Support for Families in April and May 2026

Posted April 10, 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 […]

Semester 2 Midterm Assessment & Evaluation Day – Wed. Apr. 15

Posted April 9, 2026

This is a reminder that as we approach the midterm period, the WRDSB has scheduled the Assessment & Evaluation Day for Wednesday, April 15th.

Classroom teachers will share the details and requirements of this day with students.  This day can be used by students to complete required assessments, get caught up on work and/or connect with teachers either virtually or in person (if required by your teacher).

Possible learning opportunities may require in-person attendance.  These could include:

  • assessments
  • performances
  • conferences
  • completion of assignments
  • meeting with collaborative groups
  • other activities as determined by each course teacher

Students can connect with teachers according to our regular day (week 2) schedule.  ACE students will attend school with regular programming and following regular attendance procedures. Transportation will run at regular times.

Midterm grades will be assigned based on the work completed prior to April 20th and report cards will be distributed to students the week of April 27th.

Please feel free to reach out to the school if you have any questions.

Read more about Semester 2 Midterm Assessment & Evaluation Day – Wed. Apr. 15 »

Ontario Colleges Panel Presentation – Monday, April 20th (Period B)

Posted April 9, 2026

Ontario Colleges Logo

Students are invited to attend an informative Ontario Colleges Panel Presentation on Monday, April 20th in the LHSS library (period B).  This is a great chance to learn about future pathways opportunities from 6 of our most popular college destinations, including:

  • Conestoga College
  • Fanshawe College (London)
  • Lambton College (Sarnia)
  • Mohawk College (Hamilton)
  • Niagara College
  • University of Guelph/Ridgetown

Each college will run a short presentation and you’ll have a chance to meet with reps and pick up promo/info materials from a “mini fair.”  You’ll learn about different types of programs – certificates, diplomas and degrees – and possible transition pathways to university.

Interested students – please sign up using the form posted to your CLASS OF Google Classroom!  If you have a scheduled assessment or activity that requires you attend class, you won’t be able to come to this session.

Read more about Ontario Colleges Panel Presentation – Monday, April 20th (Period B) »

April Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers

Posted April 8, 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 Staying […]

WRDSB Celebrates Sikh Heritage Month 2026

Posted April 7, 2026

April is Sikh Heritage Month in Canada. More than 500,000 Sikh people live in Canada, the second-largest Sikh population in the world. Celebrated in Ontario since 2013 and across Canada since 2019, this month recognizes the significant contributions that Sikh Canadians have made to the social, economic, political and cultural fabric of the country. WRDSB […]

Friday, April 24 is a PD Day for All WRDSB Students

Posted April 7, 2026

Friday, April 24, 2026, 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 […]

1 2 … 308