Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year

Posted September 8, 2026

Today marks the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year and we are excited for the many learning opportunities and experiences that this year will bring for Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Students. For many staff in the WRDSB the summer break is an opportunity to recharge and connect with family and friends, while for […]

Opt-In to Receive a WRDSB Chromebook – Grade 7 to 12 Students

Posted September 8, 2026

Parents, families and caregivers of students in Grade 7 to 12 may still opt-in to receive a Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB)-provided Chromebook for the 2026-2027 school year. Students with Special Education (SEA) devices are not required to complete the opt-in process. They should continue to use the device assigned to them. How to […]

Welcome Back Razorbacks!

Posted September 4, 2026

Welcome back William G. Davis students and families! We hope that you and your families enjoyed an amazing summer and are ready for an incredible school year! For our new Razorbacks, you are joining a very welcoming and spirited school community! This is something that I too have felt during our recent PD Days as […]

2026-2027 School Year Information

Posted September 4, 2026

View a translated version of this post by visiting the main WRDSB website. We’re excited to welcome all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students back to school on Tuesday, September 8. Below, parents, families and caregivers will find important information they need to know for the beginning of the school year. School Information for […]

WRDSB Launches Student and Family Support Office

Posted September 1, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) acknowledges the positive impact parent, family and caregiver engagement has on student achievement and well-being.  To support ongoing connection with our community, the WRDSB has launched the Student and Family Support Office, in alignment with the Ministry of Education’s Policy/Program Memorandum No. 170 – School Board Communication with […]

Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, are PD Days

Posted August 18, 2026

Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026, are professional development (PD) days for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, in person or virtually All board-operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will be closed About Professional Development (PD) Days PD days are held throughout the school year to provide learning […]

Celebrating WRDSB EcoSchools Efforts in 2025-26

Posted June 26, 2026

We’re proud to share and celebrate the efforts of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools that took part in the EcoSchools program in the 2025-26 school year. EcoSchools in the WRDSB EcoSchools supports teachers and students with addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through environmental action. WRDSB schools have been participating in […]

Secondary Assessment and Evaluation – Ministry of Education Update

Posted June 25, 2026

On Monday, June 22, the Ontario Ministry of Education announced changes to assessment and evaluation for secondary school students. These changes will affect how all courses are assessed beginning in the 2026–27 school year. The changes include required final exams for most secondary school courses. According to the Ministry of Education, beginning in the 2026-2027 […]

Reflecting on the Accomplishments of the 2025-2026 School Year in the WRDSB

Posted June 24, 2026

With the end of the 2025-2026 school year nearly upon us, we would like to share our congratulations to all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students, staff, parents, families and caregivers. Each day, WRDSB students brought energy, excitement and enthusiasm to their learning. Supported by skilled, caring and dedicated educators and staff, they were […]

WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for the Late OPP Constable Tarun Bali

Posted June 15, 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 on Thursday, June 11, in observance of the late OPP Constable Tarun Bali, who passed away in the line of duty on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The flag […]

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