National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day 2024
Posted May 31, 2024
June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) looks forward to commemorating National Indigenous History Month throughout June, in recognition of the strength, long history, deep traditional knowledge and enduring presence of Indigenous Nations across the land. These celebrations offer opportunities to […]
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Celebrate Bike to School Week: Join the Ride June 3-7
Posted May 31, 2024
June 3-7 is Bike to School Week! This year, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), in partnership with Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR), will be participating in this opportunity to highlight the benefits of active transportation. Cycling to and from school is a great way for students to incorporate healthy and fun […]
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National AccessAbility Week 2024
Posted May 27, 2024
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) continues to prioritize accessibility in all that we do. This week, we are recognizing National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada. The NAAW for 2024 is “Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All”. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code, “Disability” covers a broad range and degree of conditions, […]
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Let’s Unite Our Superpowers for KidsAbility
Posted May 21, 2024
KidsAbility needs our help to support children and youth in Waterloo Region. As the school year comes to an end, there is still time to make a positive difference in our community. Starting today, the Waterloo Region District School (WRDSB) invites our community to come together and support KidsAbility. Why Give to KidsAbility? KidsAbility is […]
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Friday, May 31 is a PD Day for WRDSB Elementary Students
Posted May 17, 2024
Friday, May 31, 2024, is a professional development (PD) day for elementary school staff. Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 will not attend school, in person or virtually Students in Grades 9 to 12 will attend school on their regular schedule All Board-operated Extended Day Programs will operate at reduced hours from 8:15 a.m. to […]
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Celebrating World Education Support Personnel Day
Posted May 17, 2024
May 16 is World Education Support Personnel Day. Join us in celebrating the important role support staff hold within the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). From the school office to the Director’s office, WRDSB support staff are vital members of our school communities and education teams and are key to student success. Every day, […]
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International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Posted May 17, 2024
May 17 is recognized as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. This day was created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by: Two Spirit Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Intersex people All other people with diverse: Sexual orientations Gender identities or expressions Sex characteristics Also on May 17, […]
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Transforming Literacy: Stewart Avenue Public School’s Journey with Structured Literacy
Posted May 16, 2024
It was a busy day in class, and Rhys, Travis and Hafsa just finished learning about compound words. When asked about their favourite compound word, Rhys eagerly replied, “I like the word ‘sunset’ because it is the most beautiful part of the day”. At Stewart Avenue Public School, and at schools across the Waterloo Region […]
Transforming Literacy: Stewart Avenue Public School’s Journey with Structured Literacy
Posted May 16, 2024
It was a busy day in class, and Rhys, Travis and Hafsa just finished learning about compound words. When asked about their favourite compound word, Rhys eagerly replied, “I like the word ‘sunset’ because it is the most beautiful part of the day”. At Stewart Avenue Public School, and at schools across the Waterloo Region […]
Transforming Literacy: Stewart Avenue Public School’s Journey with Structured Literacy
Posted May 16, 2024
It was a busy day in class, and Rhys, Travis and Hafsa just finished learning about compound words. When asked about their favourite compound word, Rhys eagerly replied, “I like the word ‘sunset’ because it is the most beautiful part of the day”. At Stewart Avenue Public School, and at schools across the Waterloo Region […]