Announcing a New Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-being

Posted April 16, 2024

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Bobbie Chatha as a new Superintendent of Student Achievement and Well-Being, effective April 29, 2024. Bobbie’s career spans over two decades, marked by progressive leadership roles and a deep commitment to fostering a culture of Human Rights and Equity within the educational landscape. Before joining the Waterloo […]

Week of April 14th, 2024 – Reminders and Updates

Posted April 14, 2024

Hello Franklin Families, Thank you to those who were able to attend Family Night. We hope you had a lovely evening. Here are your reminders and updates. Reminders: 1. The Board’s Committee of the Whole Meeting on Monday April 15th starting at 7 pm. https://www.youtube.com/c/WRDSBVideo/live 2. School Council Meeting on Thursday at 6:30 pm. Hope […]

WRDSB Student Nominates Director chanicka for Day of Pink award

Posted April 11, 2024

In a deserving recognition of community leadership, Director chanicka was presented with the 2024 Day of Pink – Visibility Award at the International Day of Pink Gala in Toronto. This award recognizes outstanding community leaders who have done work to advance the human rights, culture, community, history, heritage, and art of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in Canada […]

Don’t Miss It: Assistive Technology – Support for Families in Spring 2024

Posted April 10, 2024

View a translated version of this page: Amharic አማርኛ Arabic عربي Chinese (Simplified) 中国人 Chinese (Traditional) 繁體字 Farsi (Persian) فارسی French (Canadian) Gujarati ગુજરાતી Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Spanish Española Turkish Türk Ukrainian украї́нська мо́ва Vietnamese Tiếng Việt Families and Caregivers: Are you looking for ways to support your child with technology? The Waterloo Region District School […]

April 10 is the International Day of Pink

Posted April 9, 2024

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 is the International Day of Pink. The International Day of Pink is an opportunity to represent: Inclusion Diversity Courage Solidarity Kindness Acceptance Students and staff are encouraged to wear pink in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. About the International Day of Pink The International Day of Pink started in 2007 by […]

Week of April 7, 2024 – Reminders and Updates

Posted April 7, 2024

Good morning Franklin families. Here are your reminders and updates for this week.Reminders: 1.Our Dough Raiser fundraiser is this week starting today. April 7th to 11th, Franklin families will be able to use a coupon code “FUND” when they order a large 3-topping pizza for 15 dollars from Dominos Pizza at 1241 Weber ST. E. […]

Staff Focus for Monday, April 8, 2024

Posted April 5, 2024

On Monday, April 8, all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Elementary and Secondary Teachers and Education Workers will be present at their worksites and will engage in school learning and improvement planning. This work will take place alongside supporting student learning asynchronously. This focus aligns with priorities outlined: By the Ministry of Education WRDSB […]

April is Spring into Spring Month

Posted April 5, 2024

April is Spring into Spring month! This year, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), in partnership with Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR) and Ontario Active School Travel, will be participating in Spring into Spring. Spring is the perfect time to get active outdoors and brush off the winter blues! Walking, biking and […]

April 8 Eclipse Update – WRDSB Asynchronous Student Learning Day

Posted April 3, 2024

Reflecting on further considerations, Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools will be closed to students on Monday, April 8, 2024 and students can participate in asynchronous learning opportunities on that day.  The decision has been made after listening to and reflecting on further feedback from the WRDSB community, including staff and families. Concerns for […]

Week of March 31/April 1, 2024 – Reminders and Updates

Posted March 31, 2024

Good morning families.We hope you are enjoying the weekend. Here are your reminders and updates for this week. Reminders: 1. Family night is quickly approaching and we are still in need of bake sale donations. If you are willing to support our bake sale, please see the person to contact on School-Day. 2. Family Night […]

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