Step into spring on April 25 for Spring Walk to School Day

Posted April 24, 2019

Join us on Thursday, April 25 for Spring Walk to School Day. Spring is a great time to get active outdoors. Active transportation, such as walking and wheeling to school, not only helps children increase their physical activity, but it also allows them to connect to nature and reduce their ecological footprint. Since walking or […]

Tell us about your experience with our French Immersion program

Posted April 24, 2019

We are seeking public input on how we deliver our French Language Instruction programs in elementary and secondary schools. In June 2017, our Board of Trustees passed a motion for staff to review the French Immersion program in the WRDSB. This review will look at equitable access to French programs for each student, staffing challenges, […]

A Message Regarding the Attacks in Sri Lanka

Posted April 23, 2019

On Easter Sunday, we awoke to news of yet another senseless attack in Sri Lanka, that has left over 300 people dead and several others wounded. We stand together in grieving this tragedy with our Christian community and those affected. We are a school district for all of Waterloo Region, no matter what your background […]

April 12 is a PD Day for all teaching and paraprofessional staff

Posted April 8, 2019

Friday, April 12, 2019 is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, and all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) operated before and after school programs will be closed. Elementary Teachers will participate in a full day of professional development planned by the Elementary Teachers’ Federation […]

Final Report and Recommendations now available – West Waterloo Boundary Study

Posted April 5, 2019

The final report and recommendations for the West Waterloo Elementary Boundary Study is now available online here (page 55). Staff will present this report to Trustees on Monday, April 8, 2019 at the Committee of the Whole Meeting (7:00 pm). Information about how to register as a delegation at the Committee of the Whole Meeting […]

Just a few of our amazing students

Posted April 4, 2019

Laurelwood P.S.  is a school full of amazing students.  Here are just a few that recently have been recognized for some significant accomplishments. Julian Wang has recently served as a Page at Queen’s Park.  His work has helped the Provincial Legislature for these past few months and you can see him here with our own […]

EXTENDED: Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for new members

Posted April 3, 2019

We have extended the deadline for applications to Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for new members. They invite parents/guardians of students currently enrolled in one of our schools to apply. The fundamental fact is that parents + engagement = student success. Your involvement with PIC can help us optimize […]

Register for our free family engagement series

Posted March 25, 2019

The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) together with Waterloo Region Assembly of Public School Councils (WRAPSC) and Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) are hosting a series of free events for parents and caregivers. The theme for this year’s event is PARENT ENGAGEMENT: Lets Build Our Toolkit for Success. Registration for these events is required. Date: Wednesday, March […]

Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for new members – apply today

Posted March 19, 2019

Our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is looking for new members. They invite parents/guardians of students currently enrolled in one of our schools to apply. The fundamental fact is that parents + engagement = student success. Your involvement with PIC can help us optimize this equation. The mandate for this committee is to: Provide information and advice on parent […]

A Message Regarding the Attacks in New Zealand

Posted March 15, 2019

This morning, we awoke to the news of yet another terrorist attack on a mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand, that has left 49 people dead and several others wounded. We stand together in grieving this tragedy with our community. This senseless act will impact the thousands of students, staff, families and community members we welcome […]

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