Recognizing Youth Week with Free Programming Across the Region
Posted May 1, 2025
Join us in celebrating you(th)! Throughout the month of May, municipalities and non-profit organizations in the Region of Waterloo will be hosting a variety of free events and activities for young people. As one of the largest organizations supporting youth in our community, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is excited to share opportunities […]
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May is Jewish Heritage Month
Posted May 1, 2025
May is Jewish Heritage Month in Canada. The Jewish-Canadian community has existed for more than 250 years. The Jewish-identifying population in Canada is estimated at 400,000. There is prominent representation in Ontario, and in Waterloo Region there is a small, well-represented local community. Jewish Heritage Month is an opportunity for us to recognize and celebrate […]
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WRDSB Celebrates Asian Heritage Month
Posted May 1, 2025
May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada. For nearly 250 years, people of Asian heritage have contributed to Canadian history, society, and identity. To celebrate Asian Heritage Month, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) invites students, staff and families to learn more about the diverse cultures and experiences of Asian Canadians and the Asian […]
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May is Speech and Hearing Month
Posted May 1, 2025
Speech and Hearing Month is a time to raise awareness and celebrate the excellent work of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB): Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) Communicative Disorders Assistants (CDA) Hearing Services staff Every day, these staff help WRDSB students communicate and engage in learning. Supporting Students In the WRDSB, SLPs and CDAs support students […]
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May 1st is National Principal’s Day
Posted May 1, 2025
May 1 is National Principal’s Day! National Principal’s Day The Waterloo Region District School Board is grateful for the leadership our Principals and Vice-Principals provide each and every day. National Principal’s Day recognizes the contributions these front-line leaders make with students, staff, families and the extended community. The impact of Principals and Vice-Principals extends beyond […]
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Thriving Together: Student Wellness Conference Paves the Path to Well-Being | #StudentVoice
Posted April 30, 2025
By Lauren, a student at Huron Heights Secondary School Wellness and mental health have always been important to me, so when my school’s social worker asked me if I wanted to attend the Waterloo Region District School Board’s (WRDSB) wellness conference last April, I was thrilled. I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect, but it […]
Your Life After High School Survey – May 12-16
Posted April 29, 2025
All Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Grade 12 students will be invited to complete the voluntary Your Life After High School Survey May 12-16, 2025, to help us learn more about supporting students to be successful in their future pathways. We understand that transitions present opportunities to grow and flourish, but also can be […]
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2025 Ontario Universities’ Events
Posted April 29, 2025
The 2025 schedule of Ontario Universities’ Events is here! Ontario’s universities are excited to connect with students, educators and supporters at our virtual and in-person events happening this spring and fall. These events are free, and anyone may attend. Please promote these events to your students and share them on your school website. Ontario Universities’ […]