Commencement Tickets available starting Tuesday, May 23

Posted May 17, 2023

Our Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2023 will take place on Tuesday, June 27 at 7:00 p.m.  Tickets for family and friends will be available for purchase from the main office during the school day starting Tuesday, May 23 at a cost of $10 each. Tickets will not be available for purchase on School Day. Until June […]

Grad Breakfast – Tuesday, May 16th

Posted May 15, 2023

The Grad Breakfast is for all Grade 12s and will take place during second period on Tuesday, May 16. Students will report to their B Block class, then go down to the caf for a delicious breakfast. Important information will be shared about Prom and Commencement. See you there!

Blended Learning Day – Wednesday, May 10

Posted May 8, 2023

This Wednesday, May 10th is a Blended Learning Day. See the schedule below (click to enlarge). Most students will work from home on this day. Students will learn “asynchronously” in the morning (students will work independently on course work available in their Virtual Learning Environment for each class). In the afternoon, students will participate in […]

Semester 2 Midterm Report Card Distribution: Tuesday, May 2nd

Posted May 2, 2023

Report cards for Term 1 of Semester 2 were distributed today in each student’s period 1 class.

Prom Class of 2023 – Thursday, May 25

Posted April 5, 2023

This year’s SENIOR PROM is happening Thursday, May 25 from 7:00 – 10:00 pm! See links below for the prom poster and for an opportunity to donate to help our Grade 12s go to Prom! THEME: Red Carpet Location: Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum Tickets available: April 24-May 16 Cost: $60 For more details, click […]

Commencement 2023 – Save the Date!

Posted March 10, 2023

Commencement 2023 Date and Time Commencement for the graduating class of 2023 will take place on Tuesday, June 27 at 7:00 pm at the school.  ____________________________________________________________________________________ **IMPORTANT** Grade 12 Information Form A Grade 12 Information Google Form will be distributed via school email to students on Monday, March 20th. A link to the form will […]

Blended Learning Day Special Schedule – Wednesday, March 1

Posted February 28, 2023

This Wednesday, March 1st is a Blended Learning Day. See the schedule below (click to enlarge). Most students will work from home on this day. Students will learn “asynchronously” in the morning (students will work independently on course work available in their Virtual Learning Environment for each class). In the afternoon, students will participate in […]

Important Course Selection Information

Posted February 28, 2023

Course Selection for the 2023-2024 school year will close at the end of the school day this Wednesday March 1st. Please have your student log into myBlueprint and select their courses.  They will be prompted to send their parent/guardian an email for verification. If you know your student has submitted their selections but you have […]

Southwood’s “Starry Night” Semi Formal is tonight at 7:00 pm

Posted February 28, 2023

Semi Formal is tonight! Students who have purchased tickets are reminded to bring your student card as you will need to show it when you check in on arrival. We are looking forward to a night of dancing and music, featuring the lights and sounds of the acclaimed Pynx Productions! Coat check and refreshments will […]

School Council Meeting – Monday, March 6 at 7:00 pm

Posted February 28, 2023

We are delighted to welcome Naeem Awan as chair of our School Council. We will hold our next meeting Monday, March 6, 2023 in person at Southwood in our guidance office at 7:00 pm. All are welcome to join us as we review our Leadership class’ plans for the year, share the work and Professional Development Southwood […]

Mandatory Online Learning Graduation Requirement and Opt-Out Information

Posted October 19, 2022

Online learning graduation requirement and opt-out process The Ontario Ministry of Education has introduced a new graduation requirement for secondary students to complete two online credits as part of the 30 credits required for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). The new graduation requirement begins with students who entered grade 9 in the 2020-2021 school […]

A Message from the Minister of Education: Pride Month in Ontario

Posted June 2, 2023

The following is a message from the Minister of Education Stephen Lecce regarding Pride Month in Ontario. June 1 marks the beginning of Pride month in Ontario and around the world. For many, Pride is a time to celebrate the things that make us unique and special, to look to community for acceptance and support […]

Pride Month in the WRDSB

Posted June 1, 2023

Since 2015, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) has officially recognized and celebrated Pride Month. Today, we are raising the Progress Pride Flag at every building across the WRDSB, as a symbol of solidarity and inclusion for 2SLGBTQIA+ students, staff and families/caregivers. Theme of Pride Month 2023: We Have Always Been Here Building on […]

National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day

Posted June 1, 2023

Once again this June, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is recognizing National Indigenous History Month. We are also celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day, which is recognized each year on June 21 because of the cultural significance of the summer solstice and the day with the longest period of daylight. These celebrations offer opportunities […]

Recognizing National AccessAbility Week 2023

Posted May 30, 2023

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 2023 theme for NAAW is “Disability Inclusion: From Possibilities to Practice”. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code, “Disability” covers a broad range and degree of conditions, […]

Police Warn of Fraudulent Cheque Scam

Posted May 26, 2023

WRDSB families: We want to ensure you are aware of a fraudulent cheque scam which has affected multiple youths in the Waterloo region.  According to Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS), in this scam, the fraudster sends a message about a money-making opportunity, via an instant messaging application, to the victim. The fraudster asks the victim […]

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