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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Get to Know the Equity and Inclusion Branch
Posted June 14, 2021
Earlier this month, we announced the new Indigenous, Equity, and Human Rights Department. This week, we are profiling the second of three branches within the department: the Equity and Inclusion Branch. Equity and Inclusion Branch Equity & Inclusion Team The Equity & Inclusion Team strives to increase educational equity by working alongside staff to identify […]
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September 2021 busing options for elementary school families
Posted June 11, 2021
This message is for families of students who take the school bus to school. Not sure if your child qualifies to ride the bus? Find out with our Transportation Eligibility tool. Dear parents/guardians of transported elementary students, Will your child be riding the school bus starting in September 2021? Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region […]
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