Making a Commitment for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day
Posted September 30, 2021
Today, students, staff and families across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and participate in Orange Shirt Day. Crissa Hill, Superintendent of Student Achievement & Well-Being, took a few minutes to share her thoughts and hopes for this important day, and the commitment and work […]
Covid-19: Case Notification
Posted September 30, 2021
COVID-19: CASE NOTIFICATION Region of Waterloo Public Health has determined that a student, last in the J F Carmichael Public School building on September 24, is a confirmed positive case of COVID-19. The identity of the individual is protected by privacy legislation and will not be shared. Public Health has identified no close […]
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Covid-19: Case Notification
Posted September 29, 2021
COVID-19: CASE NOTIFICATION Region of Waterloo Public Health has determined that two students, last in the J F Carmichael Public School building on September 24, are confirmed positive cases of COVID-19. The identity of the individuals is protected by privacy legislation and will not be shared. Public Health has identified all close contacts […]
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Student Vaccination Information
Posted September 29, 2021
As the 2021-22 school year begins, we remain committed to the health, well-being and safety of students, educators, school staff and the broader community. Keeping our schools open this year is our collective priority. Vaccines are safe, effective and the best way to protect everyone from COVID-19. Vaccines help to stop the spread so we can […]
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WRDSB flags remain at half-mast
Posted September 28, 2021
To recognize the importance of Truth and Reconciliation Week and Orange Shirt Day, flags at all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and worksites will be flown at half-mast until the end of day on Monday, October 4, which is the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. On […]
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day
Posted September 24, 2021
On September 30, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and participate in Orange Shirt Day. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation In June, the Government of Canada created the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a new federally-recognized day, as a response to the Truth […]
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Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day
Posted September 10, 2021
September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day and serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health touches many in our schools and in our community. We know that 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 […]
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Supporting Student Well-being for the Return to School
Posted September 7, 2021
As part of our ongoing work to assist students and families during the transition back to school, we wanted to remind families of the many resources available to support student mental health and well-being. Even at the best of times, some children experience more challenges than others when it comes to going to school. These […]
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A Message from the Minister of Education for Ontario Parents and Families
Posted September 3, 2021
Dear Ontario Parents, We hope your summer is going very well. With the return to in-person learning this September, we are excited to see students heading back to class for a more normal learning experience – alongside their friends and teachers. We know that in-person learning is essential for the mental and physical health, academic […]
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Ventilation in WRDSB Schools
Posted September 3, 2021
As announced on August 4, the Ministry of Education has asked school boards to provide their communities with a standardized ventilation report. This will enhance transparency for school communities, including students, parents and staff, and provide consistent communication across the province. In response to the Ministry of Education requirement, the Waterloo Region District School Board […]