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
Monday, October 26 is a PD Day for all WRDSB students
Posted October 6, 2026
Monday, October 26, 2026, is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, in person or virtually All Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will be closed About Professional Development (PD) Days PD days are held throughout the school year […]
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Applications Open for Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grant for School Projects
Posted October 6, 2026
Parents, families and caregivers are invited to share their ideas for potential school projects for the 2026-27 Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grant. What is the PRO Grant? Provided by the Ministry of Education, the Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grant allows school boards to work with their Parent Involvement Committee and/or school councils to develop projects […]
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A Reminder About Disconnecting From Work for WRDSB Staff
Posted October 5, 2026
Supporting the health and well-being of our staff and students is a priority for the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). Helping staff establish healthy boundaries between work and home is a key part of this commitment. When we prioritize mental health, we strengthen our collective ability to support students effectively. As part of a […]
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Photo Orders are due October 8th!
Posted October 2, 2026
Make sure to get your photo orders in by October 8th! If your student has not yet brought home their Order card please send them to the main office!
EDSS Meet the Teacher Night – Monday October 5
Posted October 1, 2026
Join Us for Meet the Teacher Night! Elmira District Secondary School invites all caregivers and families to Meet the Teacher Night on Monday, October 5th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to touch base with educators and review your child’s course progress. Event Details & Layout: Teachers A–L (Austin–Leu): Cafeteria […]
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Honouring Heritage and Celebrating Identity | Latin American Heritage Month
Posted September 30, 2026
October is recognized in Ontario and across Canada as Latin American Heritage Month. The month is dedicated to celebrating the rich histories, cultures, languages, and contributions of Latin American communities. Today, more than 400,000 first-, second-, and third-generation Canadians of Hispanic and Latin origin call Ontario home. With roots tracing back to 23 countries, this […]
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October is Islamic Heritage Month
Posted September 30, 2026
In October 2007, the Government of Canada designated October as Islamic History Month (IHM) to highlight the important contributions of Muslim communities. At the Waterloo Region District School Board, we recognize both the privilege and responsibility of teaching and learning about Muslim identities, stories, and experiences. October presents an opportunity to incorporate this important learning […]