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 […]

Wishes for a Restful, Relaxing and Joyful March Break

Posted March 12, 2026

March Break is only one day away: the perfect time to celebrate student learning and our shared achievements. We are proud of the many ways Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students are building strong foundations for learning. Guided by the WRDSB Structured Literacy Multi-Year Plan, we see students reaching important learning milestones every day […]

Informed, Not Afraid: A Workshop for Parents and Caregivers on Human Trafficking Prevention

Posted March 11, 2026

Want to learn about human trafficking and how to support our young people? Join us on either Monday March 30th at WCI – Waterloo Collegiate Institute or Thursday April 16th at PHS – Preston High School in Cambridge to participate in a workshop for parents and caregivers presented by the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region’s Anti-Human Trafficking Program. Registration is […]

March Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents, Families and Caregivers

Posted March 11, 2026

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. This month’s webinar aims to equip parents, families and caregivers with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting their children.  Lunch and Learn […]

Meet the Teacher Night – Thursday, March 12, 2026

Posted March 11, 2026

KCI’s Meet the Teacher Night will be held this Thursday, March 12th from 6:30-8:00 pm.  Click here for teacher room locations.  Paper copies of teacher locations and maps will be handed out at the doors or in the front foyer; however, click here for a virtual KCI map if you’d like to preview and plan […]

New Minister’s Certificate of Recognition for Community Involvement

Posted March 6, 2026

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students can now earn a Minister’s Certificate of Recognition for Community Involvement when they complete more than 50 hours of community service or volunteer work before graduating high school.  The Ministry of Education requires students to complete a minimum of 40 hours of community involvement activities as part of […]

Student Progress Communication and Meet the Teacher Night

Posted March 5, 2026

Student Progress Communication  It is best practice that we communicate with parents/guardians/caregivers information about the student’s progress.  At this point in the semester, parent/guardian/caregiver communication will be in the form of an email or phone call.  This will not be a formal report, rather teachers will be communicating with parents/guardians/caregivers on the progress to date […]

By Your Side – Free Webinar Series for Parents, Families and Caregivers

Posted February 25, 2026

Parents, families and caregivers – you’re invited to join a FREE four part webinar series focused on key mental health and substance use health topics. Webinar Series from School Mental Health Ontario (SMHO) The webinars hosted by School Mental Health Ontario (SMHO) will feature a presentation by leading experts on the following topics: March 5: […]

Picture Day for New KCI Students – February 27

Posted February 23, 2026

This Friday, February 27 will be Picture Day for students who are new to KCI and for any students who missed our semester 1 Picture Days. The photographer will be available in the morning from 8:20am to 11:00am. Students will be called down alphabetically by last name. Please note that there is not an opportunity […]

February 22 is Human Trafficking Awareness Day

Posted February 20, 2026

In 2007, the Government of Canada designated February 22 as Human Trafficking Awareness Day. In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), it is an opportunity to bring awareness to: The signs of trafficking Support education that empowers students Promote actions that help prevent exploitation Human trafficking impacts communities across Canada. As a school board, […]

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