Student’s Hair On The Line for Rainbow Railroad
Posted June 18, 2021
Anna Wienburg, a Grade 12 student at Bluevale Collegiate Institute (BCI) in Waterloo, is putting her hair on the line to raise funds for Rainbow Railroad, an organization that helps LGBTQI people seek safe haven from violence and persecution. Wienburg pledged to shave off all her hair if she hit the initial goal of $1,000. […]
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School Vaccine Clinics In Waterloo Region
Posted June 17, 2021
The Waterloo Region Vaccine Task Force is hosting school vaccine clinics across Waterloo Region between June 22 – 26, 2021 for youth and their families. These clinics do not take walk-ins, an appointment is needed. School vaccine clinics Youth aged 12-17 and family members they live with can book appointments at these vaccine clinics to […]
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Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day
Posted June 17, 2021
On Monday, June 21st, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is offering a full day of programming available for educators to enjoy alongside their students, featuring Indigenous authors, artists, dancers, Knowledge Keepers, and other special guests who will share their stories, cultures, and insights throughout the day. This will be an exceptional opportunity to […]
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KCI Letter to Parents – Lead Exceedances and Corrective Actions
Posted June 16, 2021
Dear KCI families, Schools in our district follow the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) laws on drinking water. In 2017, the MOECC amended the process for how we test drinking water fixtures and report lead exceedances. When levels of lead that are higher than provincial standards are detected, we take immediate action to […]
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Let’s Connect: Tell Us How You Are Doing
Posted June 16, 2021
All Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) students and families are invited to take part in the third installment of our Let’s Connect Survey series. What is the purpose of the Let’s Connect 3 Survey? We would like to hear from students and families about: their experiences this year student/staff well-being feedback about planning for […]
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Passion for STEM Earns Student Scholarship
Posted June 15, 2021
Dina Orucevic, a Grade 12 student at Kitchener-Waterloo Collegiate and Vocational School (KCI), wasn’t expecting to find anything out of the ordinary when she checked her email, but what she found was life-changing, as she described it. “I was in shock. No words,” said Orucevic. “I had my sister pinch me, I had to check […]
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Juneteenth and Emancipation Day
Posted June 15, 2021
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when enslaved Black communities in Texas, USA learned they’d be free – two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth marks the tragedy of enslavement and recognizes the challenges that those who fight injustice continue to face. Juneteenth also […]
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Parent & Youth Vaccine Information Session from Public Health
Posted June 14, 2021
Join Region of Waterloo Public Health for a presentation on the effectiveness and safety of the Pfizer vaccine for youth. Dr. Kelly Grindrod who is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy will provide a brief presentation and answer questions. Parents, caregivers and youth are encouraged to join. Do you have […]
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KCI Return of Borrowed Materials (Grade 9-12)
Posted June 14, 2021
Below is the SCHEDULE FOR RETURNING TEXTBOOKS/CHROMEBOOKS/PARKING PASS RETURN: Students who are returning to KCI do not need to return their Chromebook All returns will occur in the Walter St. parking lot (behind the school/back parking lot) All Covid-19 Health and Safety regulations and social distancing guidelines will be followed Face masks must be worn by all students […]
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KCI Grad Celebration Details (June 24)
Posted June 14, 2021
Welcome KCI grade 12 students to KCI Grad celebration! On June 24th we welcome KCI graduates to attend our drop in grad celebrations. Please enter via the Walter Street parking lot between 11:00 am and 6:00 pm to pick up your grad sign and drop-off your Chromebook and textbooks. Grads are encouraged to wear KCI gear and […]
