National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism
Posted June 23, 2015
Today we have lowered our flags at the Education Centre, and our schools, in memory of those who have lost their lives through acts of terror in Canada and around the world.
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Update: Mark Summary to be Provided for Elementary Students
Posted June 18, 2015
On June 16th, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) communicated to families that, as a result of Elementary Teachers’ Federation Ontario (ETFO) strike action, the WRDSB would be unable to provide report cards to students. Teachers have submitted marks to school principals in a variety of paper formats. As such, we notified families that […]
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Information for Parents: Elementary Report Cards
Posted June 16, 2015
Dear Parent/Guardian: We are writing with an important update on the final report card. At this point in the year, you would normally receive your child’s report card. We know how important the report card is to parents and to students. It is a reflection of the work done throughout the year, and the marks, […]
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Parent Involvement Committee Looking for New Members
Posted June 12, 2015
The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) invites parents/guardians of students currently enrolled in one of the WRDSB schools to apply for positions on the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee. The mandate for the WRDSB Parent Involvement Committee is to: Provide information and advice on parent engagement to the Waterloo […]
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Parent Volunteers Needed
Posted June 11, 2015
Next Friday, June 19, WGD students are heading over to Bingeman Park for the day. At this time, we still have some availability for parent volunteers. If you are interested in this opportunity, please call Mrs. Murovec directly.
Weather Warnings for Waterloo Region
Posted June 10, 2015
Update 9:30pm: All weather watches and warnings for Waterloo Region have been lifted. All schools have been notified of the weather watches and warnings currently in place for Waterloo Region. Our priority is always the safety of our students and staff. Administrators are directed to follow the procedure for tornado conditions. We will keep […]
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Grade 8 Graduation
Posted June 2, 2015
Graduation will take place on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 6:30 pm. Students are expected to arrive at 6:00 pm sharp. At this time guests will also enter the building. The ceremony will continue to approximately 8:00 pm. A dance for the graduates will be held from 8:30 pm-10:30 pm. Parents/Guardians are asked to collect […]
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Riverside Park Celebration
Posted June 2, 2015
On June 24, 2015, all grade 7 students will be walking over to Riverside Park on King Street for a year end celebration. A variety of team building and collaborative activities will reinforce the end to a successful year. Students will select 3 activities from a list that they wish to participate. Students are asked […]
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Have your say in the 2015-16 Budget Process!
Posted May 28, 2015
How can you give input? Appear as a delegation at the June 10, 2015 Special Committee of the Whole Meeting. If you would like to appear as a delegation, you must register with the Manager of Corporate Services by noon on Thursday, June 4 2015. More information on delegation procedures and how to register is […]
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Update: Information Regarding Grades 3 & 6 EQAO Assessments
Posted May 22, 2015
We would like to provide families with an update to our previous letter indicating that the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) would begin strike action on Monday, May 11, 2015. The strike action taken by ETFO across the province, and including here in the WRDSB, involves the withdrawal of administrative duties, including the administration […]
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