Crossing Guard Appreciation Week

Posted June 2, 2025

It’s Crossing Guard Appreciation Week! Crossing Guards ensure the safety of students and their families as they cross the street, going above and beyond to make sure everyone arrives at school safely. These dedicated individuals not only know every student who crosses at their location but also their families, making them an integral part of […]

June is Pride Month in the WRDSB

Posted June 2, 2025

June is Pride Month. It’s a chance to reflect on and celebrate the contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ community to our community and the world. About Pride Month Since 2016, WRDSB has proudly raised the Pride flag at every building across our school board as a symbol of recognition and support to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, while also […]

National Indigenous History Month and Indigenous Peoples Day 2025

Posted June 2, 2025

June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) looks forward to commemorating National Indigenous History Month throughout June, and to recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21st. This important time allows us to honour the voices, experiences, and contributions of First […]

Measles in Our Community – Supporting Health and Well-being in Our Schools

Posted May 27, 2025

We know that recent news of confirmed cases of measles in Waterloo Region District School Board school communities may be causing worry, especially when they impact students and staff. While you may not be impacted directly, we understand that this news may raise questions or concerns. Working in Partnership with Region of Waterloo Public Health […]

Celebrating National AccessAbility Week 2025

Posted May 26, 2025

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) continues to prioritize accessibility in all that we do. This week, we are recognizing National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code, “Disability” covers a broad range and degree of conditions, some visible and some not visible. A disability may have been: Present […]

Update from Region of Waterloo Public Health for Students Who Attended the SAMAJAM Event at Centre in the Square on May 13, 2025

Posted May 22, 2025

Hello Vista Hills families,    For students who attended the SAMAJAM event at Centre in the Square on May 13, 2025:   We would like to share an important update with you on behalf of The Region of Waterloo Public Health. Please note that any questions regarding this update should be directed to Public Health.  […]

Welcome to School | Register with WRDSB Today

Posted May 20, 2025

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is excited to welcome our youngest learners to school in September 2025. Register your child today! Our caring staff create incredible experiences for students to grow and explore their passion for learning. Watch the Welcome to School video to learn more from students, parents, caregivers and staff about learning […]

WRDSB is Uniting Our Superpowers to Support KidsAbility

Posted May 20, 2025

To finish off the 2024-25 school year, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is partnering with KidsAbility to support children and youth in Waterloo Region. As the school year comes to an end, there is still time to make a positive difference in our community. We hope you’ll join us in getting active and […]

Friday, May 30 is a PD Day for WRDSB Elementary Students

Posted May 16, 2025

Friday, May 30, 2025, is a professional development (PD) day for elementary school staff. Students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 will not attend school, in person or virtually Students in Grades 9 to 12 will attend school on their regular schedule All Board-operated Extended Day Programs will operate at reduced hours from 8:15 a.m. to […]

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Posted May 16, 2025

May 17 is recognized as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. This day was created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by: Two Spirit Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Intersex people All other people with diverse: Sexual orientations Gender identities or expressions Sex characteristics Also on May 17, […]

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