Saying Thanks on IT Professionals Day
Posted September 20, 2022
Today is IT Professionals Day – it’s an opportunity to recognize the critical role information technology staff play in supporting staff and students all across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). First celebrated in 2015, IT Professionals Day was created to show appreciation for these dedicated professionals who keep every part of their organization […]
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Terry Fox Run at Elgin Street
Posted September 16, 2022
Terry Fox Run at Elgin Street School Friday, September 23, is the date of Elgin Street School’s annual Terry Fox Run. Please consider supporting our school’s fundraising goal of $3000 by donating at this website: https://schools.terryfox.ca/13565 Help us reach our goal by creating your own fundraising page that is linked to Elgin’s. Click on the attached pdf. […]
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Anticipated Transportation Service Interruptions
Posted September 15, 2022
We want to share an important update about school buses. Due to a driver shortage and the impact on service this will have, some routes will be cancelled using the same approach as the last school year. More than 90% of scheduled trips are operating normally. However, some routes are experiencing more frequent and prolonged […]
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Lunch Lady is coming to Elgin Street
Posted September 15, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Lunch Lady will be available every Wednesday starting September 21, 2022. The menus are always nut-free, kid-approved, and full of favourites prepared in a healthier way which honours school food guidelines. Lunch Lady is happy to modify meals to accommodate allergies, sensitivities, and food preferences so that everyone can […]
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SCHOOL COUNCIL MEETING
Posted September 14, 2022
Elgin Street has a diverse population, and we would love to have a school council that accurately reflects this. It’s not all about fundraising. We won’t force you into volunteering. Select your own level of involvement based on your schedule and abilities. Parents, guardians, family and anyone involved with Elgin Street is welcome. This is […]
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Our Strategic Plan – Hear from Director chanicka
Posted September 12, 2022
As we set out on the journey of creating our plan for the future of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we grounded our focus in our role of educating and preparing students to excel on their chosen path in learning and life. The Strategic Planning Process has been, by far, the most broad […]
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Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day
Posted September 10, 2022
September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day. It serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health challenges touch many in our schools and in our community. As part of our ongoing work to reduce the risk of suicide for those in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we strive to make our […]
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WRDSB flags flown at half-mast for Firefighters’ National Memorial Day
Posted September 9, 2022
To mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day on Sunday, September 11, flags at all Ontario government buildings, including Waterloo Region District School Board schools and offices, will be flown at half-mast this weekend. Firefighters’ National Memorial Day was instated by the Government of Canada in 2017 and is recognized annually on the second Sunday of September. […]
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Day & Awareness Month
Posted September 9, 2022
September 9, 2022 marks Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Day First celebrated in 1999, FASD day is devoted to raising awareness of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) to improve the prevention of FASD, as well as diagnosis and support for individuals with FASD. Red Shoes Rock Red Shoes Rock is […]
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WRDSB lowers flags for the death of Her Majesty The Queen
Posted September 8, 2022
To honour the life and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away this afternoon, flags at Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and office buildings will be flown at half-mast until sunset on the day of the funeral and memorial service (to be determined).