Happy Support Staff Appreciation Day
Posted May 9, 2018
At Waterloo Region District School Board we believe that all of our staff play an important role in supporting students’ confidence and success. May 9th marks Support Staff Appreciation Day. This is a day in which we celebrate the skills, commitment and dedication of our educational support staff in helping create bright futures for our students. […]
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Sun Safety
Posted May 8, 2018
It may have taken longer than expected, but spring has finally arrived in Waterloo region. We know that many parents and students are excited to get outdoors and enjoy the gorgeous weather. But before we head outside, our friends at the Region of Waterloo want to remind us of some important sun safety tips to […]
Children’s Mental Health Week
Posted May 7, 2018
May 7 – 13th marks Children’s Mental Health Week across Ontario. This is an important week where we are able to bring awareness to the prevalence of mental health issues and the need to support our kids’ mental health. Wear It Wednesday To show support and raise awareness of children’s mental health, the Canadian Mental Health […]
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Scholastic Book Fair
Posted May 2, 2018
Elgin Street Public School will be having a Scholastic Book Fair! The book fair will run all of next week, May 7-11, during the following hours: Monday: 9-4pm Tuesday: 9-4pm Wednesday: 9-7:15pm Thursday: 9-4pm Friday: 9-4pm Cash, Debit, and Credit card will be accepted
Avenue Road Grade 7 Information Night
Posted May 2, 2018
Welcome to Kindergarten!
Posted May 2, 2018
This a reminder to all New-to-Kindergarten children and their families: Elgin Street P.S. will be hosting a Welcome to Kindergarten Family event! DATE: Wednesday, May 9, 2018 TIME: 6-7pm WHERE: Elgin Street Public School Please R.S.V.P.! 519-622-0611
Join the Parent Involvement Committee
Posted April 30, 2018
The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is now accepting applications until June 1st. PIC invites parents/guardians of students currently enrolled in one of the WRDSB schools OR community members who do not have children currently enrolled in a WRDSB school to apply for positions on the committee. The goal of PIC is to have members who are committed […]
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WRDSB flags at half-mast this weekend for National Day of Mourning
Posted April 27, 2018
The National Day of Mourning takes place annually on April 28. This weekend schools throughout Waterloo Region District School Board, as well as at the Education Centre, will be flying flags at half-mast in dedication to the memory of thousands of workers who have been killed, injured or have suffered illness as a result of work-related […]
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May 4 is a P.D. Day
Posted April 27, 2018
Please note that there is no school on Friday, May 4, 2018 for students so that our staff are able to participate in important learning and training opportunities. All Extended Day Programs will operate from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The professional development for elementary teachers is being planned by the elementary Teachers’ Federation of […]
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Flags lowered to half-mast following tragedy in Humboldt, Saskatchewan
Posted April 10, 2018
A message from the school board: We are all shocked and saddened by the news of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash. In response to this tragic event, flags at schools and facilities across Waterloo Region District School Board have been lowered to half-mast during this time of mourning. Staff and students at some of our […]
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