Distance Learning in the WRDSB: Fall 2020
Posted August 28, 2020
This following describes the WRDSB Plan for our Distance Learning Program, Fall 2020 As a parent or caregiver, you have either chosen in-person or Distance Learning for September for your child(ren). We have a higher than anticipated number of students who have opted for Distance Learning: over 8,500 elementary students and 2000 secondary students. These […]
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Day in the Life: Secondary Students
Posted August 28, 2020
The upcoming school year will be different from what we are used to. To help ease the worry and anxiety of both students and their families, we have put together this guide for families, to help them visualize and practice what a typical school day will be like in the 2020-21 school year. The guide […]
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UPDATE: Secondary School Quadmester Calendar and Daily Schedule
Posted August 28, 2020
On July 30, 2020, the Ministry of Education released a list of designated school boards that would begin the 2020-21 secondary school year in an adaptive/hybrid model. Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) was selected as a designated school board. Further direction from the Ministry of Education has resulted in some changes to our original […]
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Confirming your child’s attendance for the 2020-21 school year
Posted August 27, 2020
Families who still need to confirm whether or not their child(ren) will be attending in-person learning on their first day of school or choosing Distance Learning are asked to call or email their child(ren)’s school office by Friday, August 28, 2020 by 4:00 pm. For families who have already indicated their preference but would like […]
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A message from the Minister of Education on school safety and outbreak management
Posted August 27, 2020
August 26, 2020 Dear Parents, We are committed to ensuring the return to school is safe for students, teachers and staff. Our comprehensive plan for reopening schools leads the country in robust public health protocols and per-pupil funding. Money will be going towards personal protective equipment (PPE), enhanced cleaning of our schools and buses, improving […]
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Grade 9 Chromebook Information and Required Forms for pickup of devices
Posted August 26, 2020
In preparation for grade 9 Chromebook pick up, parents and students (both in person and distance learners) are asked to refer to the following document: KCI WRDSB 1:1 Chromebook – Letter & Instructions In addition, here are some detailed instructions on how to set-up the Chromebook for student use Grade 9 Chromebook Setup Instructions 2020 2021 If […]
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Registering for School
Posted August 26, 2020
Looking to register your child with the Waterloo Region District School Board? We have adapted our registration process to align with health and safety measures during COVID-19. Currently, we cannot accommodate walk-in registration appointments. Please refer to the information below on how to register for school. Please note: To ensure students are placed in a […]
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Staggered Start for Elementary Schools for the 2020-21 School Year
Posted August 25, 2020
As we prepare to welcome our students and staff back to our schools, their health, safety and well-being are our primary focus. In support of this, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will be using a Staggered Start to the school year for all our elementary students over the first two weeks of the […]
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Grade 9 Chromebook Distribution – Friday Aug 28 – 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Posted August 25, 2020
Grade 9 ChromeBook Distribution Welcome Grade 9s to KCI ! We are excited you are joining us and looking forward to meeting you and welcoming you to KCI. As part of your learning journey in high school, we are pleased to provide each grade 9 student (for both in person and distance learners) with a […]
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Update from KCI – August 20, 2020
Posted August 20, 2020
Hello from KCI! As students and staff await opening day 2020, we know many of you have questions about what this coming school year will be like. As you know, this school year will be different in many ways, but we want our students and families to know that Waterloo Region District School Board staff […]
