Anticipated September 20 Protests
Posted September 19, 2023
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to upholding the human rights of all those we serve. We are aware of the planned protests on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. We are concerned about the harm it may cause members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ and Muslim communities. Unfortunately, underlying some of the motivations behind these […]
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Saying Thanks on Information Technology Professionals Day
Posted September 19, 2023
Today is Information Technology Professionals Day – it’s an opportunity to recognize the critical role information technology staff play in supporting staff and students all across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). First celebrated in 2015, IT Professionals Day was created to show appreciation for these dedicated professionals who keep every part of their […]
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Occupational Therapy at BPS
Posted September 18, 2023
An Occupational Therapist (OT) will be assigned to every school to provide regular and consistent services that support the entire school community. As was the case last year, OT services are delivered along a continuum of tiered services. OT services can include: Universal (Tier One) services are designed to help all children in the classroom […]
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Assistive Technology – Support for Families in September 2023
Posted September 11, 2023
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 Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Español Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) SEA Assistive […]
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Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day
Posted September 10, 2023
September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day. It serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health challenges touch many in our schools and in our community. As part of our ongoing work to reduce the risk of suicide for those in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we strive to make our […]
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Day & Awareness Month
Posted September 9, 2023
September 9, 2023 marks Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Day First celebrated in 1999, FASD day is devoted to raising awareness of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) to improve the prevention of FASD, as well as diagnosis and support for individuals with FASD. Red Shoes Rock Red Shoes Rock is […]
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WRDSB flags flown at half-mast for Firefighters National Memorial Day
Posted September 8, 2023
To mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day on Sunday, September 10, flags at all Ontario government buildings, including Waterloo Region District School Board schools and offices, will be flown at half-mast this weekend. Firefighters’ National Memorial Day was instated by the Government of Canada in 2017 and is recognized annually on the second Sunday of September.
Disconnecting From Work for WRDSB Staff
Posted September 6, 2023
Dear Parents and Caregivers, Supporting the health and well-being of students and staff is a priority for the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). In fact, support for student and staff well-being is one of the Strategic Directions set by Trustees in our Multi-Year Strategic Plan. Ensuring that our staff have healthy and professional boundaries […]
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Director chanicka Welcomes Students to the 2023-24 School Year
Posted September 6, 2023
Welcome back to a new school year! We are all so happy to have you here with us. Whether this is your last year with us as a Grade 12 student or a Kindergarten student just starting your learning journey, I hope your summer was filled with opportunities to just chill by yourself, with your […]
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Health and Safety Measures in Schools
Posted September 5, 2023
As we prepare to welcome students back for the 2023-24 school year, we want to share an important update about health and safety measures in Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools. Health and Safety Measures The Ministry of Education provides funding to school boards for the purpose of improving ventilation in schools. The WRDSB, […]