Screen Time: Myths, Risks and Tips-Online Presentation and Discussion for Parents-Feb. 23
Posted January 29, 2023
ONLINE PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION What: “Screen Time: Myths, Risks and Tips” When: Feb 23, 2023 @ 6:30 pm Where: ONLINE MEETING Who: WRDSB Psychological Services Consultants: Anna Polotskaia & Lisa Bechtel For: PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS Given the dramatic increase in screen time use during the pandemic, our understanding about screen time use in […]
January 29 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action Against Islamophobia
Posted January 29, 2023
On January 29, 2017, a lone gunman entered a mosque in Quebec City and opened fire on dozens of Muslim Canadians during a prayer service. Six worshippers were killed and 19 more injured. The Quebec City mosque mass shooting remains the worst mass murder in a house of worship in Canada’s history. On June 6, […]
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Holocaust Remembrance Day
Posted January 27, 2023
As an educational system, we have a responsibility to learn about the lived realities of systematically harmed communities. With this in mind, the WRDSB is committed to learning about the lived experiences, realities and harm faced by the Jewish community. In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we look forward to building strong, ongoing […]
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January 26 – All transportation cancelled, schools are open
Posted January 26, 2023
Due to the current weather conditions, all school buses, taxis and special education routes are cancelled. All WRDSB schools are open. Extended Day Programs and Child Care Centres located in our schools are open and operating. All transportation, games and competitions for Waterloo County Secondary School Athletics Association (WCSSAA) are also cancelled today. As always, […]
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Lexington’s School Council Domino’s Pizza Night Fundraiser
Posted January 25, 2023
On Feb. 7th, Lexington’s School Council is working with Domino’s to raise money for our School Council. For each pizza ordered from the Eastbridge Domino’s, Lexington’s School Council will receive $5 if you use the Code: SGIVE. If your family orders more than 1 pizza, the Code: SGIVE needs to be entered for each pizza. Sometimes […]
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January 25 – All Evening Rentals, Games and School Events Cancelled
Posted January 25, 2023
Due to the current weather conditions and anticipated forecast, all rental permits, games and school events are cancelled this evening. Please check with your event organizer or coach to see if your event, meeting, or game will be rescheduled at a later date.
January 25 is Bell Let’s Talk Day
Posted January 25, 2023
Today, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is recognizing Bell Let’s Talk Day, a social media day of action to help end the stigma surrounding mental health and well-being. Bell Let’s Talk Day 2023 This year, Bell announced they will be replacing the donation of 5 cents per interaction with $10 million of funding […]
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Announcing a New Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-being
Posted January 24, 2023
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Vida Collis as a new Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-Being, effective February 6, 2023. Vida began her career with the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) in 2001, serving the students and communities as a teacher at Forest Heights Collegiate Institute, Waterloo Collegiate Institute and Glenview […]
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January 24 is the International Day of Education
Posted January 24, 2023
January 24 is the International Day of Education. In 2018, the United Nations proclaimed this day to celebrate the role of education in peace and development, and to demonstrate support for inclusive, equitable and quality education for all. To recognize this important day, Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Director of Education jeewan chanicka shares […]
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March Break Camp-Mar. 13-17
Posted January 24, 2023
Our Extended Day Program is offering a March Break Camp from Mar. 13-17. Please read the attached letter for more information. Lexington Extended Day for Mar. 13-17, 2023