Attendance Reminder

Posted February 4, 2026

Dear Parents, caregivers and students of EDSS As we all know, attendance is a key factor for students to stay engaged in school and on track to graduate. In Ontario, school attendance is mandatory until the age of 18 and schools are responsible for maintaining accurate attendance records and to work with families to support […]

Welcome from the Principal of Elmira District Secondary School

Posted January 30, 2026

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Members of the Elmira District Secondary School Community, It is with great excitement and gratitude that I introduce myself as the new Principal of Elmira District Secondary School. I am truly honored to join this vibrant school community and to work alongside our dedicated staff, engaged families, and, most importantly, our […]

Updated Semester 1 Final Exams + Evaluation Days

Posted January 26, 2026

Due to School closures on Monday, January 26th, Exam + Evaluation Days have been rescheduled the next school day. Exams scheduled for Wednesday, January 28th will now be rescheduled to Friday, January 30th. The PD Day on Thursday, January 29th will NOT change. Semester 2 classes will begin on Monday, February 2nd and will follow […]

EDSS Administration Changes for Semester 2

Posted January 19, 2026

Hello Lancers,  We are writing to share details of some upcoming administration changes at Elmira District Secondary School. Effective January 29th, Sandy Millar will be transferred to  Eastwood Collegiate Institute to be their new Principal and Susan Brown will be transferred to Forest Heights Collegiate Institute to join the administrative team there as a Vice […]

Woolwich Counselling Upcoming Programs

Posted January 16, 2026

Here’s a snapshot of what’s coming up in February 2026: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11vkSdOo3i2TscRikaV_KJOfzF_2aswoSEHN1mJDG4Ms/edit?usp=sharing Child & Youth Programs GLAD TO BE ME – Self-esteem workshop for ages 4-7 on Feb. 2. Connecting Mind and Body for Kids – Yoga and mindfulness group (ages 3-4) running Feb. 3 – Mar. 3. STAND TALL – Confidence and assertiveness group for ages 7-9 (Feb. 11 – Mar. […]

EDSS Semester 1 Final Exam/Evaluation Days Information

Posted January 6, 2026

EDSS Semester 1 Final Exam/Evaluation Days Information Exam and Evaluation Days: January 23–28, 2026 Professional Development Day: January 29, 2026 The information provided here will allow  students to better prepare for the end of the semester exams and final evaluations.  Information about Final Evaluations While 70% of a student’s grade is based on work completed […]

Giving Tuesday (December 2nd)

Posted December 1, 2025

Hello Lancer Community! Tuesday, December 2 is Giving Tuesday. We invite you to join us in making a lasting impact for students at EDSS by donating to the Waterloo Education Foundation Inc.(WEFI). All you have to do is go to the WEFI donation page, set your amount and add a note if you’d like your charitable gift to go to a specific EDSS […]

A Message from Region of Waterloo Public Health

Posted November 27, 2025

A Message from Region of Waterloo Public Health Public Health will be enforcing the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) during the 2025-26 school year. ISPA is an Ontario law that requires certain vaccines to be given for a student to attend school, making sure that all school-aged children and youth are protected from vaccine preventable diseases. Parents […]

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