Building the Foundation for All Learning – Literacy in the WRDSB
Posted December 9, 2025
Reading is a fundamental human right. In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we’re supporting the needs of every student as they develop the literacy skills they need to succeed in learning and in life. The WRDSB Approach to Literacy Education The Structured Literacy Multi-Year Plan Our Structured Literacy Multi-Year Plan (SLMYP) provides educators […]
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WRDSB Flags at Half-Mast for National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Posted December 5, 2025
To mark National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women on Saturday, December 6, flags at all Ontario government buildings, including Waterloo Region District School Board schools and worksites, will be flown at half-mast at the end of the day today until we open on Monday, December 8. Every year, we remember the […]
Honouring Indigenous Knowledge Through Lacrosse at Glencairn Public School
Posted December 5, 2025
As part of our ongoing journey to deepen student and educator understanding of Indigenous peoples’ worldviews, perspectives, and histories, Glencairn Public School hosted an Indigenous-led, land-based Lacrosse learning experience. Led by Haudenosaunee instructors, this opportunity offered meaningful insight into the cultural significance of Lacrosse, an ancient game rooted in Indigenous traditions and known as “The […]
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Principal’s Message – December 5, 2025
Posted December 5, 2025
A Message from Ms. Elmslie! Dear Glencairn Community, We apologize for the walkways outside of the school not being cleared earlier in the week. Our snow removal is contracted to a third party and is not maintained through the Waterloo Region District School Board. Please know that we have been in touch with the […]
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December Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers
Posted December 2, 2025
As part of our ongoing efforts to support Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents, families and caregivers, our psychology staff are offering a number of Lunch and Learn sessions. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in […]
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Mark Your Calendars: WRDSB Strategic Plan Town Hall Meetings on December 3, 4 and 9
Posted December 1, 2025
Students, staff, parents, families and caregivers are invited to attend the Town Hall Meetings for the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) Strategic Plan Community Consultations, held December 3, 4 and 9, 2025. The goal of the Town Hall Meetings is to gather information on how we can continue to improve our efforts to support […]