September 24th, 2025
The start of the school year welcomes the return of school clubs and sports. Whether students participate in team sports, physical education classes, dance, performing arts or any other physical activity, safety is always top of mind.
Rowan’s Law Day
Rowan Stringer was 17 years old when she died from a condition known as second impact syndrome. While playing rugby, Rowan is believed to have experienced three concussions over six days. She didn’t know her brain needed time to heal. Neither did her parents, teachers or coaches.
Rowan’s Law and Rowan’s Law Day honour Rowan’s memory and aim to bring awareness to concussions and concussion safety. This year, Rowan’s Law Day falls on September 24.
Supporting Concussion Safety in the WRDSB
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is committed to the safety of students participating in physical activity.