Principal’s Message – March 27, 2026

Posted March 27, 2026

A Message from  Ms. Elmslie! Dear Glencairn Community,  A community is; “a group of people who share common interests and location, often fostering a sense of belonging, mutual interaction and shared identity.” Our Glencairn community is enriched by our caring volunteers. A shout out to all of the caregivers who make the following activities possible: […]

WRDSB Expands Access to Free Menstrual Products for Students

Posted March 26, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is reaffirming its commitment to menstrual equity by ensuring that all students have access to the products they need, without barriers, stigma, or cost. In 2025, through an ongoing partnership with the Ministry of Education, the WRDSB supplied more than 100,000 individual menstrual products to schools throughout the […]

The 2026-27 School Year Calendar

Posted March 25, 2026

We are happy to share that the Ontario Ministry of Education has approved our 2026-27 School Year Calendar and it is now available. Important Dates PD Days for Elementary and Secondary Staff – Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026 First Day of School – Tuesday, September 8, 2026 First Day of Extended Day […]

Reflecting on Black Brilliance Month in the WRDSB

Posted March 23, 2026

In February, schools across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) recognized Black Brilliance through school-wide events, field trips, and classroom learning opportunities celebrating Black joy, diversity, and identity. These recognitions are an opportunity to highlight African, Caribbean and Black identifying (ACBi) histories, and their everyday Brilliance, though we strive to recognize Black Brilliance all […]

March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Posted March 13, 2026

March 21 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day is observed on March 21 each year to mark the day police in Sharpeville, South Africa, killed 69 Black men, women and children, and injured 180 more, at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960. This day serves as […]

Happy March Break

Posted March 13, 2026

A Message from the educators at Glencairn!   Dear Glencairn Community,  The educators at Glencairn  wish you and your families a safe and happy March Break! We look forward to welcoming students back on Monday March 23, 2026. The Glencairn Team

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