New Approach to Severe Weather Days

Posted November 17, 2020

During severe weather conditions, we may need to cancel buses or close schools for the safety of our students and staff. In past years, the cancellation of buses has not automatically resulted in school closures, however, this year that is changing with the launch of Weather Impacted Distance Learning Days. On days when buses are […]

Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week

Posted November 16, 2020

We are committed to providing a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment for all students – each and every one. Ontario’s Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week runs from November 15 to 21, 2020. This week is an opportunity for us all to reinforce clear and positive messages that bullying is not acceptable in our schools […]

Let’s Connect: Tell Us How You Are Doing

Posted November 16, 2020

Dear Families and Students, As we begin Quadmester 2 in our secondary schools and elementary schools prepare progress reports, we are taking this opportunity to hear from you. This year, we will be connecting with you at different points during the school year. The purpose of these check-ins is to understand how you and your […]

Addressing Anxiety in Children with Parents for Children’s Mental Health

Posted November 12, 2020

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and Parents for Children’s Mental Health are proud to announce the Parenting Essentials webinar, open to any parents, and caregivers, interested in learning more about supporting kids in coping with their intense emotions. About the Webinar Need more tips on how to support your worried child? This webinar […]

Welcome to Quadmester Two in the SDLP

Posted November 12, 2020

The beginning of Quadmester two for new and returning students in the Secondary Distance Learning Program (SDLP) in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is just around the corner. In today’s update, we would like to share what the first week will look like. Our First Week in Quadmester 2 – November 16 to […]

Quad 2 Class & Cohort Notifications Coming This Week (In-Person/Hybrid)

Posted November 11, 2020

Information regarding quadmester 2 classes and cohorts is coming for in-person/hybrid students this week via SchoolDay and teacher contacts (email or phone).

The first wave of notifications will focus on period 3 classes (or what we normally call “A” block), which start next week (Monday, Nov. 16th – cohort A,  Thursday, Nov. 19th – cohort B).

Period 4 classes (or “B” block) will start on Thursday, Nov. 26th.  Notifications/contacts for these classes will follow later this week or early next week.

Please be aware that non-bussed students may have cohorts changed from quadmester 1 to accommodate new courses.  This info will be included in your SchoolDay/teacher updates!

Need to review the upcoming quadmester in-person/hybrid calendar? CLICK HERE!

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WRDSB remembers and reflects on Remembrance Day

Posted November 11, 2020

Across our board today, we will mark Remembrance Day. We honour all Canadians that have served and are serving to protect our country. This includes the recognition and significant contributions of those identifying as Indigenous, Black, Sikh, Chinese, French, Jewish, Muslim, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized communities who served for Canada, who too often go unacknowledged […]

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