Join our Accessibility Planning Committee!
Posted April 28, 2016
We are looking for three representatives to sit on our Accessibility Planning Committee beginning in the 2016-17 school year. The role of the committee aligns with the Board’s Strategic Plan and specifically relates to fostering wellness and well-being, embracing diversity and inclusion and engaging students, families, staff and communities by ensuring that our school and […]
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Categories: Board · Broadcast-Elementary · Broadcast-Secondary · Community · Schools
The 2016-17 School Year Calendar is Here!
Posted April 27, 2016
The 2016-17 School Year Calendar has been approved by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and by the Ontario Ministry of Education. The first day of school for 2016-17 school year is Tuesday, September 6, 2016. View the calendars: 2016-17 School Year Information Elementary Secondary – Semestered Schools Secondary – Waterloo-Oxford DSS
Categories: Broadcast-Elementary · Broadcast-Secondary · Schools
Free SCIS Workshops for Parents and Caregivers
Posted April 21, 2016
Creating Safe and Inclusive Schools and Communities Presented by Harmony Movement, in partnership with the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) and Waterloo Catholic District School Board. We are pleased to offer these workshops for families on a variety of topics! Here is what you can expect: Interactive and engaging content Learn skills to enhance […]
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Categories: Broadcast-Elementary · Broadcast-Secondary
Welcome Spring with Vesey’s Bulbs! Ends Friday!
Posted April 13, 2016
Our Vesey’s Bulbs Fundraiser will be ending this Friday! Tell your family and friends, and show them the brochure with the various types of flowers available! The bulbs, seeds and plants will be delivered in May, just in time for planting. You’ll be enjoying beautiful flowers in the summer and fall! Please make sure all orders come in to the office by this […]
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Like Cake? Read On and Join Us!
Posted April 6, 2016
CAKE ALERT! Parents and caregivers: Eat cake & discuss 2017 with your School Council! All welcome! Tuesday Apr 12 at 6:30 pm Note the location! Chandler Mowat Community Centre 222 Chandler Drive, Kitchener
PIC Family Event Fast Approaching!
Posted April 1, 2016
For the fifth year in a row, the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) and the Waterloo Region Assembly of Public School Councils (WRAPSC) is hosting their free annual family event for parents, guardians and the community! The theme for this year’s parent conference is Strengthening Family-School Relationships – Achieving Excellence and Well-being for all Students. REGISTER NOW! Date: […]
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Categories: Broadcast-Elementary · Broadcast-Secondary · Community · Schools
Safe, Caring & Inclusive School Surveys are Here!
Posted April 1, 2016
Safe, Caring & Inclusive School surveys are important tools which help schools assess the current culture within a school. The survey for parents and guardians, captures perceptions from students, parents, and staff relating to issues such as character development, equity and inclusion, safe schools, and variables that contribute to a healthy school environment. Please take the […]
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Categories: Broadcast-Elementary · Broadcast-Secondary · Learning · Schools
Humane Society Visits!
Posted March 30, 2016
This is Erica and Bagby, who visited today from the KW Humane Society. Students learned about the work of the Humane Society, and about the importance of respect, care and safety with animals and all living things.
March 24: All schools closed due to weather
Posted March 24, 2016
All schools are CLOSED today due to inclement weather. All Extended Day Programs are cancelled. The Education Centre remains OPEN for those who can safely arrive at work.
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Happy March Break!
Posted March 11, 2016
March Break is next week–no regular classes for students. Extended day programs are running for pre-registered students. We wish everyone a safe and fun holiday! A reminder that clocks are set back one hour this weekend for the start of daylight savings time. This is a great time to replace the batteries in your smoke and carbon […]