Upcoming OSSLT Literacy Test (Semester 1 Grade 10 English Students)

Posted October 21, 2026

Elmira District Secondary School will administer the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) for Grade 10 students currently enrolled in an English course this semester. Students will write the test directly with their English class on Tuesday, November 17th (Part I) and Wednesday, November 18th (Part II). Thursday, November 19th is reserved strictly as a […]

Thursday, October 22 Football Buy-Out POSTPONED!

Posted October 20, 2026

Dear Caregivers and Students!Please be advised that our upcoming Football Buy-Out scheduled for this Thursday, October 22nd has been postponed. Unfortunately, our opposing school is no longer able to participate in the game. Here are the details regarding tickets and the rescheduled game: Any student who has already purchased a buy-out ticket will automatically have […]

Explore Your Future: Career Speaker Expo

Posted October 20, 2026

Students in Grades 7 to 12 and their parents, families and caregivers are invited to attend and learn about career options and future pathways at the Explore Your Future Career Expo.  Organized by the Business and Education Partnership (BEP) of Waterloo Region, the event will allow attendees to: Learn about local colleges, universities, and training […]

WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for Tragedy at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright

Posted October 20, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Education Centre and school buildings will join other Ontario government buildings and establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast until further notice, to mark the tragedy that occurred at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, in Alberta, on October 17, 2026.

Assistive Technology – Support for Families in Fall 2026

Posted October 19, 2026

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Assistive Technology Team of […]

October Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers

Posted October 13, 2026

As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, families and caregivers, our Psychology staff are offering several Lunch and Learn sessions. This month’s webinar aims to equip parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting their children.  Lunch and Learn Sessions “Let’s […]

Photo Retakes are coming on October 13th!!

Posted October 8, 2026

Just a heads up that retake day is next Tuesday October 13th!! If you didn’t get your photo done or need a retake this is your opportunity!!

Lancer Monthly Brief Newsletter – October 2026

Posted October 6, 2026

Good afternoon everyone, Please find attached our latest Lancer Monthly Brief newsletter for families and caregivers. You can also find this monthly newsletter (and all subsequent newsletters) on the Student Activities tab of the EDSS Website. Thank you for your continued partnership and support! Kind regards, Your EDSS Administration & Staff Team

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