National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day 2024
Posted May 31, 2024
June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) looks forward to commemorating National Indigenous History Month throughout June, in recognition of the strength, long history, deep traditional knowledge and enduring presence of Indigenous Nations across the land. These celebrations offer opportunities to […]
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Celebrate Bike to School Week: Join the Ride June 3-7
Posted May 31, 2024
June 3-7 is Bike to School Week! This year, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), in partnership with Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR), will be participating in this opportunity to highlight the benefits of active transportation. Cycling to and from school is a great way for students to incorporate healthy and fun […]
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National AccessAbility Week 2024
Posted May 27, 2024
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) continues to prioritize accessibility in all that we do. This week, we are recognizing National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada. The NAAW for 2024 is “Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All”. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code, “Disability” covers a broad range and degree of conditions, […]
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Week of May 26, 2024 – Reminders and Updates
Posted May 26, 2024
Good morning Franklin Families. Here are your reminders and updates for this week.Reminders: 1. The PD Day is this coming Friday May 31st. On this day, there is NO school for students. 2. Grade 6 Parent Night for future Sunnyside Students. – Save the date: June 13th, 6:30-7:30pm. 3. We need those Kindergarten numbers. Please […]
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Let’s Unite Our Superpowers for KidsAbility
Posted May 21, 2024
KidsAbility needs our help to support children and youth in Waterloo Region. As the school year comes to an end, there is still time to make a positive difference in our community. Starting today, the Waterloo Region District School (WRDSB) invites our community to come together and support KidsAbility. Why Give to KidsAbility? KidsAbility is […]
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Week of May 19 – Reminders and Updates
Posted May 19, 2024
Good morning Franklin Families, Here are your reminders and updates for this week. Reminders: 1. This weekend is the long weekend. There is NO school on Monday May 20th. 2. The next PD Day is Friday May 31st. On this day, there is NO school for students. 3. Grade 6 Parent Night for future Sunnyside […]
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Friday, May 31 is a PD Day for WRDSB Elementary Students
Posted May 17, 2024
Friday, May 31, 2024, 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 […]
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Celebrating World Education Support Personnel Day
Posted May 17, 2024
May 16 is World Education Support Personnel Day. Join us in celebrating the important role support staff hold within the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB). From the school office to the Director’s office, WRDSB support staff are vital members of our school communities and education teams and are key to student success. Every day, […]
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International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Posted May 17, 2024
May 17 is recognized as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. This day was created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by: Two Spirit Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Intersex people All other people with diverse: Sexual orientations Gender identities or expressions Sex characteristics Also on May 17, […]
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Acorn the Squirrel Explores Kindergarten | Video Storybook
Posted May 13, 2024
Join Acorn on the adventure of exploring Kindergarten! Come along with Acorn the Squirrel, who learns more about what a day is like for students in Kindergarten at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB)! Kindergarten at WRDSB Join us at the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) in Fall 2024! Families can register their […]
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