Announcing the Caregivers’ Guide to Accessing Support for Students with Anxiety
Posted January 10, 2019
For students, anxiety can range from nervousness before a test, to significant struggles in academic, social, emotional, or day-to-day functioning. When families and schools work together to address the physical symptoms, worrying thoughts and avoidance associated with anxiety, we can teach students to face challenging and sometimes fearful situations with success and confidence. The Caregivers’ […]
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Smart Waterloo Region Youth Forum
Posted January 4, 2019
An exciting youth-focused event is coming up, and Smart Waterloo Region needs your help to make it a success. On January 12th the Smart Waterloo Region team will host a Youth Forum at RIM Park. Co-created with the Smart Cities Innovation Council: Youth Unite Here (SCIC YUH) – a group of local youth representatives, the forum will be […]
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Holiday greetings from the WRDSB
Posted December 21, 2018
As we look back at the incredible year we have shared, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the remarkable contributions of every staff member, the accomplishments of our 64,000 students, their families and our community of Waterloo region. I hope that 2019 will be a year filled with energy and enthusiasm as […]
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EDSS Drinking Water Update
Posted December 18, 2018
December 18, 2018 Dear Elmira District Secondary School families, Schools in our district follow the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) laws on drinking water. In 2017, the MOECC amended the process for how we test drinking water fixtures and report lead exceedances. When levels of lead that are higher than provincial standards are […]
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Day 8: Angel tree at EDSS supports Woolwich Community Services
Posted December 17, 2018
Elmira District Secondary School students (EDSS) gave back to their community this holiday season by supporting Woolwich Community Services Christmas Goodwill program. Leadership students helped organize an Angel Tree as well as a toonie drive to support local families. Paper angels that listed wanted items covered a hand-made tree in the school. “When students saw […]
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Class of 2019 Grad Gown Memo
Posted December 13, 2018
If you will be part of the 2019 Graduating Class please find a link to the Grad Gown Order Form attached to fill out and return to the Main Office! Grad Gown Memo
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women
Posted December 6, 2018
Today, December 6, is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women. To mark the day, flags at our buildings will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset. On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women, we remember the 14 female engineering students who were murdered at l’École […]
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Nominations for the Prime Minister’s Awards for Teaching Excellence are now open
Posted November 23, 2018
Do you want to recognize a teacher or educator for their commitment to education and dedication to students? Now is your chance; nominations for the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence are now open. You can nominate a teacher or educator in three categories: The Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence honours outstanding and innovative […]
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