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. […]

Virtual Event: 5 Great Reasons for a Career in the Trades

Posted May 26, 2022

Join us on June 1 for a virtual event, 5 Great Reasons for a Career in the Trades. Hosted by the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, this event is for parents and caregivers of students in Grades 7-12. In this dynamic presentation, Job Talks Executive Director Dr. Jon Callegher will share his latest research on the […]

Update for Out of Province Remote Learners

Posted May 19, 2022

We have an important update for students and families of students in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) remote learning programs. The Ministry of Education has provided updated direction to school boards for the 2022-23 school year which impacts: Remote learning programs E-Learning courses What is Changing for Students Living Outside Ontario As a […]

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Posted May 17, 2022

May 17 is recognized as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. It 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, and sex characteristics Also on May 17, […]

Blended Learning Day – Wednesday, May 18 – See Virtual Schedule Below

Posted May 17, 2022

In order to prepare and implement the new Grade 9 program and support students’ achievement and well-being, our secondary schools are offering 4 blended learning days this semester: May 18th is the final Blended Learning Day. Students are not required to attend in-person, but will have learning provided through the virtual classroom and live meetings with […]

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