Take Our Kids to Work Day – November 5th, 2025

Posted October 16, 2025

Take Our Kids to Work Day

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is pleased to encourage Grade 9 student participation on
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 in Take Our Kids to Work 2025!

Take Our Kids to Work Day (TOKTWD) is a unique experiential learning opportunity for Grade 9 students to explore “a day in the life” of a profession or workplace. The goal is to help students make meaningful connections between classroom learning and the world of work, as they begin to consider future career pathways.

Grade 9 students may spend the day job shadowing in the workplace of a parent, caregiver, relative, family friend, or colleague. This long-standing initiative has proven to be a valuable way for students to gain real-world experience and insight into various careers.

DOWNLOAD THE PERMISSION FORM HERE!  Print copies also available in the main office.

If a student chooses not to participate in TOKTWD, they are expected to attend school and follow their regular class schedule. 

Another way to engage in TOKTWD is through the virtual and in-person resources provided by The Students Commission of Canada (SSC 2025). In partnership with WRDSB, SSC is offering resource guides to support educators, parents, families, caregivers, and employers in delivering meaningful TODTWD programming.

These resources (available in both English and French) include:

  • Planning tools
  • Sample agendas
  • Interactive activities 

To access these resources, students and staff must register.

Visit the SSC 2025 website and scroll to the bottom of the page to complete the registration form.  

Additional Resources

Students can also explore career planning resources through myBlueprint: TOKTWD myBlueprint Resource.

 

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As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, families and caregivers, our psychology staff are offering a number of Lunch and Learn sessions. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in […]

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Meet Storm – Our New LHSS Mascot

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Fall Harvest Dinner @ LHSS – Thursday, Oct. 30th

Posted October 3, 2025

Fall Harvest Poster

Laurel Heights Student Leadership and Food/Nutrition programs formally invite you to our Fall Harvest Dinner on Thursday, October 30th. This special evening is a celebration of our community, the abundance of autumn produce, and—most importantly—our very talented students.

  • 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 $20.00 plus a non-perishable food item, with all food donations going to support families in need.

As October ushers in a season of various celebrations, it also highlights the reality of food insecurity faced by many families. Our Harvest Dinner offers an opportunity to come together in joy while extending support to our wider community. At the same time, it provides our students with a meaningful platform to showcase their learning in an authentic, real-world context—applying their skills with autonomy, creativity, and purpose beyond the classroom.

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Reminder About Student Parking at LHSS

Posted October 2, 2025

LHSS administration kindly requests that students or school visitors refrain from parking in the visitor and touring parking spaces at the Court at Laurelwood Seniors Home across the street.  These spots are designated for senior residents and their guests. When visiting LHSS, please park in the lower parking lot located off Creekside Drive. Upper lots […]

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