Tutoring Support Program for WRDSB Students

Posted June 10, 2022

To support students who need extra help in literacy, math, science and foundational skills, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is partnering with tutoring companies in the community to provide free tutoring for students. What You Need to Know The WRDSB will cover the cost of tutoring services from the list of companies below, […]

#LetsMoveWRDSB: Join us for a Moment of Movement

Posted June 10, 2022

As the school year winds down for our students and families, we want to take a moment to have some fun. The last two years have been challenging for many, yet our students, staff and families have persevered. To celebrate, we want to let loose and provide a mini wellness break for everyone, including YOU. […]

Statement Regarding June 6 Special Board Meeting

Posted June 7, 2022

The Waterloo Region District School Board held a Special Board meeting on June 6, 2022, to deal with a Trustee Code of Conduct Complaint. Earlier in the evening, Trustees met in closed session to deal with a confidential report from its Integrity Commissioner with respect to a complaint filed in late February 2022. The complaint […]

Have Your Say: WRDSB 2022-23 Budget

Posted June 3, 2022

Each year, the Board of Trustees invite those served by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) to contribute their thoughts and ideas. This feedback is used to develop our operating budget for the upcoming school year. Who Can Participate? The following are invited to make a written submission and/or register to delegate at the […]

Elevating Accessibility in the WRDSB

Posted June 2, 2022

For Mel Lavoie and the entire Facilities Services team at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), accessibility is non-negotiable. Lavoie is a project coordinator and provided an overview of some recent work undertaken to ensure WRDSB spaces are accessible for all that we serve. “It’s just something that you have to have,” said Lavoie. […]

PIC hosts food and nutrition speaker event for parents/caregivers

Posted June 1, 2022

On Thursday, June 9 at 7pm, our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is hosting a free online speaker event on the topic of food and nutrition for all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents and caregivers, as part of their Family Engagement Series. The session, Healthy Family and How to Raise Healthy Eaters, will include […]

Pride Month in the WRDSB

Posted June 1, 2022

Since 2017, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) has proudly raised the Pride flag on June 1 at every building across our school board. This is a symbol of recognition and support to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, while also marking the beginning of Pride month. This Pride Month, every school in the WRDSB will raise […]

National AccessAbility Week: May 29 to June 4

Posted May 30, 2022

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) prioritizes accessibility in all that we do. This week is National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada and this year’s NAAW theme is “Inclusive From The Start.” The NAAW is a time to: Celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities Raise awareness of the critical need for accessibility and […]

Menstrual Health Day

Posted May 28, 2022

On May 28, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) acknowledges Menstrual Health Day to promote education around periods, the fight for menstrual equity, and advocacy for policy change. Commonly known as Menstrual Hygiene Day, we are using the word ‘health’ not ‘hygiene’, in alliance with our community partners, in an effort to de-stigmatize periods. […]

Friday, June 3 is a PD Day for elementary WRDSB students

Posted May 27, 2022

Friday, June 3, 2022 is a professional development (PD) day for Elementary school staff. Students will not attend school, both in-person or virtually. All board-operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will operate for enrolled students from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The focus of the PD Day will be teacher-directed assessment, evaluation and planning […]

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