A Message from the Minister of Education to Ontario’s Parents
Posted January 19, 2022
The following is a letter to parents and caregivers, from Minister of Education Stephen Lecce and Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kieran Moore. Dear Parent or Guardian, We know how critical in-person learning is to the mental health, well-being and academic success of Ontario students. As we meet the challenge presented by the Omicron […]
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Celebrating Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker Appreciation Day
Posted January 19, 2022
January 19 is Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker Appreciation Day. On this day, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) asks you to take a moment to acknowledge and show your appreciation to all the incredible Educational Assistants (EAs) and Child and Youth Workers (CYWs) in the WRDSB. The incredible dedication and work […]
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Elementary: Short Term Virtual Learning Option Now Live
Posted January 18, 2022
As we announced last week, the WRDSB has developed a Short Term Virtual Learning Option (STVLO) for the families of our elementary students who may not feel comfortable sending their children back to school immediately. You can now access the Elementary Short Term Virtual Learning Option website here: https://sites.google.com/wrdsb.ca/wrdsb-stvlo/home Join us on January 19, 2022 […]
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Update on COVID-19 in Schools
Posted January 17, 2022
As students return to the classroom this week, we understand parents and caregivers have questions and concerns over the Ministry of Education’s decision to stop reporting COVID-19 cases in schools. We want to assure you that we will do our best to continue to provide as much information and transparency as possible when it comes […]
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January 17 – All schools closed and transportation cancelled
Posted January 17, 2022
Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled and all schools are closed. Extended Day Programs, Child Care Centres located in our schools, and our Education Centre are closed. All WRDSB students will participate in a Weather Impacted Remote Learning day. Educators in both the in-person and […]
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