WRDSB Flags at Half-mast for National Day of Mourning
Posted April 28, 2026
Today, April 28 is the annual National Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace. To remember the thousands of workers who have been killed, injured or have suffered illness as a result of work-related incidents, flags at all Ontario government buildings, including Waterloo Region District School Board schools and worksites, will […]
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Principal’s Message – April 24, 2026
Posted April 24, 2026
A Message from Ms. Elmslie! Some of you may have seen us practicing our spring safety drills! So far this week we ran through the tornado drill and one fire drill. There will be 2 more fire drills this spring. On another safety note, Glencairn is home to the Extended Day before and after […]
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Potential Grand River Transit Labour Disruption
Posted April 24, 2026
On Monday, April 20, 2026, the Region of Waterloo shared an update about a potential labour disruption involving Grand River Transit (GRT). Unifor, Local 4304, the union representing many GRT staff, will be in a legal position to strike as early as Friday, May 1, 2026. In the event of a labour disruption, conventional bus […]
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Students Learn The Origins Of Lacrosse
Posted April 24, 2026
Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) secondary students who identify as Indigenous gathered at the Family Centre in Kitchener to learn about the origins of Lacrosse. The day began with teachings from the coach of the Haudenosaunee Lacrosse Program and CEO/Director of the Cayuga Nation Wolf Clan. Kevin shared the origins of the Creator’s Game, […]
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Walk for the Earth on April 22
Posted April 16, 2026
On Earth Day, students are invited to Walk for the Earth! The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), in partnership with Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR), encourages students, parents, families and caregivers to take part in Walk for the Earth on April 22! Walk for the Earth Why Walk for the Earth? Participating […]
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Principal’s Message -April 10, 2026
Posted April 10, 2026
A Message from Ms. Elmslie! Next Friday April 17, 2026 is Glencairn’s ‘Never Give Up!’ assembly. This assembly builds on past assemblies that represent our Glencairn motto: ‘We are a caring, respectful team that never gives up!’ This is one way that Glencairn supports all students with character education and social emotional learning. When we […]