February 21 is International Mother Language Day
Posted February 21, 2023
Today, February 21, is International Mother Language Day. This day was created by UNESCO in 1999 to celebrate languages and promote cultural diversity. On this day in 1952, three students from Dhaka University were killed during a demonstration. The students were calling for the recognition of their language Bangla (also known as Bengali). International Mother […]
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February 20 is World Day of Social Justice
Posted February 20, 2023
About the World Day of Social Justice The World Day of Social Justice is an international event that is observed every year on February 20. The goal of the World Day of Social Justice is to: Promote an awareness of the existence of social inequality Promote action to break down barriers based on: Age Colour […]
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February 17: All transportation cancelled, schools are open
Posted February 17, 2023
Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled. All WRDSB schools are open. Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools are open and operating. All transportation, games and competitions for Waterloo County Secondary School Athletics Association (WCSSAA) are cancelled today. As always, families […]
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Announcing the Retirement of Superintendent Della Lataille-Herdsman
Posted February 16, 2023
Congratulations to Superintendent Della Lataille-Herdsman on the announcement of her retirement effective February 28, 2023. Della has served public education with great dedication, skill and a commitment to the success of all students for more than 26 years. Della joined the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) in 2021, bringing the knowledge and expertise honed […]
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Lifting Each Other Up on Pink Shirt Day
Posted February 15, 2023
Wednesday, February 22 is Pink Shirt Day and we encourage the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) community to participate with us by promoting respect for all individuals and communities and taking a stand against bullying of all kinds. This year, the theme “Lift Each other up” is a reminder that even small acts of […]
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WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for the Late Hazel McCallion
Posted February 10, 2023
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will join other Ontario government establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast on February 14, 2023, for the state funeral of the late Hazel McCallion, Mayor of Mississauga from 1978-2014. Hazel McCallion passed away on January 29, 2023.
February is Psychology Month
Posted February 7, 2023
February is Psychology Month. In recognition, we want to highlight the important role psychological services consultants play in the lives of students and some resources developed by Psychological Services at WRDSB. Psychology at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Our psychological services staff help support learning and development, by working together with students, staff […]
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Help Prevent the Spread of Respiratory Illnesses
Posted February 6, 2023
While rates of respiratory viruses are on the decline, the season is far from over. To help keep each other healthy, we have a reminder from Region of Waterloo Public Health regarding what to do if you are sick with a respiratory illness. Please Stay Home If You Are Sick If you are sick, please […]
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Appointments Available: Grand River Hospital Regional Covid, Cold & Flu Care Clinic
Posted February 2, 2023
Translations available: Arabic عربي Farsi (Persian) فارسی Mandarin 官話 Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Tigrinya ትግርኛ More translations coming soon: Translated Posters In support of the health and well-being of students, staff and the community we serve, we want to share important information about the Grand River Hospital Regional Covid, Cold & Flu Care Clinic. This […]
Introducing the New Anonymous Bullying Reporting Tool
Posted February 1, 2023
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is proud to announce the launch of the WRDSB Anonymous Bullying Reporting Tool for students. The Anonymous Bullying Reporting Tool The Anonymous Bullying Reporting Tool is available to WRDSB students to report safety concerns related to bullying for themselves, or on behalf of another student. This is one […]
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