Mark Your Calendar: January 22 WRDSB Strategic Plan Community Consultation Virtual Town Hall Meeting

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is hosting a Virtual Town Hall Meeting for the Strategic Plan Community Consultations on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6-8 p.m. Similar to the in-person meetings, the goal of the Virtual Town Hall Meeting is to gather information on how we can continue to improve our efforts to support […]

January Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers

As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, families and caregivers, our psychology staff are offering a number of Lunch and Learn sessions. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in […]

Share Your Top Three – Help Name Our New Southeast Cambridge Elementary School

In September 2026, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will open a new elementary school at 605 Wesley Boulevard, located in the Southeast area of Cambridge. Choosing the Top Three Suggested Names In December, we asked you to help suggest possible names for our new Southeast Cambridge elementary school. The Naming Committee has spent […]

January 7 – All Evening Rentals Cancelled

Due to challenges with staff coverage, all rental permits are cancelled for the evening of Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Please check with your event organizer to see if your event or meeting will be rescheduled at a later date. All school-led evening events will continue as scheduled. All Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres […]

French Immersion Applications Open for Students Entering Grade 2 in September 2026

Applications for the French Immersion program are open until Saturday, January 31, 2026. Apply for French Immersion Parents, families and caregivers of children born in 2019: Apply for the French Immersion program. Need help with the application process? Call: 519-570-0003 ext. 4419 Email: frenchprograms@wrdsb.ca WRDSB French Programs French language programs at the Waterloo Region District […]

Warm Wishes for the Holiday Season from the WRDSB

As we prepare for the winter break let us take a moment to reflect on the learning, growth and achievement we have experienced together this school year. It’s hard to believe that just a few months ago, students and staff were settling into routines as classrooms welcomed students buzzing with curiosity and excitement. From Kindergarten […]

Friday, January 16 is a PD Day for WRDSB Elementary Students

Friday, January 16, 2026 is a professional development (PD) day for elementary school staff. Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 will not attend school, in person or virtually Students in Grades 9 to 12 will attend school on their regular schedule All Board-operated Extended Day Programs will operate at reduced hours from 8:15 a.m. to […]

Grade 1 Students – It’s Time to Start Thinking About Your French Language Pathway

Learning an additional language enhances cognitive development, teaches understanding, encourages patience, and fosters open-mindedness. In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), French language learning begins early, as we are proud to offer every student a strong foundation in French. Starting in Grade 1, all students build skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing through […]

WRDSB Launches 2025-26 Board Improvement and Equity Plan (BIEP)

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to supporting all students in achieving academic success and feeling a sense of belonging. Every school year the WRDSB creates a Board Improvement and Equity Plan (BIEP) to: Guide our work as a system Outline measurable indicators and strategies Share examples of actions that will be […]

Southeast Cambridge Elementary School Boundary Changes Approved by Trustees

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) has concluded the New Southeast Cambridge Elementary School Boundary Review. Trustees endorsed the recommendations of the Final Report at the Business Services Steering Committee meeting on Monday, December 8, 2025. The decision was ratified at the Board Meeting on December 15, 2025. The primary purpose of this Boundary […]

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