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Board of Trustees Meeting: Monday, March 24, 2025 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2025-03-24_Board-of-Trustee Agenda Location:  1st floor Board Room, Catholic Education Centre, 35 Weber Street, Kitchener General Information About WCDSB Board Meetings Information About the Board of Trustees (Note: Agenda files can be large. If you are experiencing issues downloading a file, right-click on the link and choose “Save Target As…”.)

Sixty students from two schools—St. Daniel Catholic School in Kitchener and Saujuit School in Northern Québec—came together for a cultural and learning exchange like no other. This first-of-its-kind experience bridged two communities, offering students the opportunity to build friendships, explore new traditions, and share their unique ways of life. For 11 of the 12 students from Saujuit School, this was their first time leaving their village. They were joined by their teacher, Joe Louka—a

On Ash Wednesday, secondary students from St. Mary’s High School, St. Benedict’s, Monsignor Doyle, Resurrection, and St. David’s gathered in Hamilton for a special Ash Wednesday Mass with Bishop Crosby. As the beginning of Lent marks a time of prayer, reflection, and service, it was fitting that these young people were given the opportunity to deepen their faith and commitment to others. During the Mass, students were commissioned to be prophets of hope, answering the

At St. Clement Catholic Elementary School, students are embracing the future of learning through “Innovation Time”—an initiative that encourages hands-on engagement with cutting-edge technology. From Minecraft and Mario Kart to Bee Bots, Spheros, Snap Circuits, and robotics, students are pushing the boundaries of traditional learning while developing critical skills for the future. These activities go beyond fun and games. They foster essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy, while also promoting

A passion for photography and a keen eye for nature have earned Simon Daub, a Grade 12 student at St. David Catholic Secondary School, a national award in the EcoSchools Canada 2023-24 Bondar Challenge. Simon’s winning photograph, Make Way for Goslings, was taken at Lakeside Park in Kitchener, a spot he and his mother frequently visit to capture images of wildlife. Determined to get the perfect shot, Simon got low to the ground and spent

We are pleased to announce the initiation of the Southeast Galt Boundary Review, which aims to establish the attendance boundary for the new Southeast Galt Catholic elementary school, planned to open in September 2026. This review will also consider adjustments to the boundaries of Holy Spirit Catholic Elementary School (CES), St. Anne (C) CES and St. Vincent de Paul CES, to accommodate the new school and manage enrolment pressures. Public Input Opportunities: We value the

On Pink Shirt Day, schools across the Waterloo Catholic District School Board embraced unique and meaningful ways to take a stand against bullying and promote kindness, love, and acceptance. At St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Elementary School, the youngest students led by example, proving that kindness knows no age. The Kindergarten Kindness Art Gallery was a vibrant and joyful celebration of creativity and compassion. The classroom was transformed into a colourful showcase of heart-filled paintings,

Special Board of Trustees Meeting: Monday, March 3, 2025 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2025-03-03_Special-Board-of-Trustee_Agenda Committee of the Whole Meeting: Monday, March 3, 2025 to follow Special Board meeting – Agenda: 2025-03-03_COW_Agenda Location:  1st floor Board Room, Catholic Education Centre, 35 Weber Street, Kitchener General Information About WCDSB Board Meetings Information About the Board of Trustees (Note: Agenda files can be large. If you are experiencing issues downloading a file, right-click on the link and choose “Save Target As…”.)

Throughout February, schools across the Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) have been honouring Black History Month (BHM) and celebrating Black excellence through a variety of immersive and engaging events. These initiatives have provided students and staff with meaningful opportunities to learn, reflect, and recognize the contributions of Black individuals in our communities and beyond. One of the standout events took place last week at St. David Catholic Secondary School, where students and staff were