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Dear Students and Families, As this school year comes to a close, I want to take a moment to thank you for being such a meaningful part of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board community. This year has been filled with learning, growth, achievement, friendship, faith, and service. As I reflect on my first year as Director of Education, I am struck most by the people I have had the privilege of meeting. I visited

The Waterloo Catholic District School Board’s 2026-27 School Year Budget was approved by the Board of Trustees on Monday, June 22, 2026.   The Budget Book can be accessed by visiting this link: 2026/2027 Budget Report.    Quick Facts   The overall budget is as follows:   Total Operating: $451.8M — ($5.6M change from 2025-26)   Total Capital: $90.4M — ($14.3M change from 2025-26)   Total Operating & Capital: $542.2M — ($19.9 M change from 2025-26)   As always, budget decisions are guided by the key priorities captured in the following plans, which include:   Multi-Year Strategic Plan *  Board Improvement and Equity Plan  

Something special is brewing at Sir Edgar Bauer Catholic Elementary School. The Brew Crew, a student-run café guided by staff member Jen Hamilton, is giving students hands-on experience that stretches well beyond the kitchen. Through the program, students are building financial literacy, communication skills, and the kind of quiet confidence that comes from knowing your work matters. What started as a small initiative selling pre-packaged baked goods has grown into a full café operation. Over

Upcoming Agenda: Board of Trustees Meeting: Monday, June 22, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2026-06-22_Board-of-Trustee Agenda Location:  1st floor Board Room, Catholic Education Centre, 35 Weber Street, Kitchener Livestreaming of Board Meetings Board meetings are open to the public. You may attend in person or watch live here: https://www.wcdsb.ca/about-us/meeting-information/board-meeting-live-stream/ General Information About WCDSB Board Meetings Information About the Board of Trustees

There is something special about watching a seed you planted yourself grow into something real. For Grade 3 students at St. Aloysius Catholic School, that lesson took on even deeper meaning during their return visit to Trinity Village Care Centre's Adult Day Program on June 10. Having already planted seeds back in the classroom and watched them sprout on their windowsills, students were ready for the next chapter: heading outside to get their hands dirty

Upcoming Agenda: Special Board of Trustees Meeting: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2026-06-17_Special-Board-of-Trustee Agenda Location:  1st floor Board Room, Catholic Education Centre, 35 Weber Street, Kitchener Livestreaming of Board Meetings Board meetings are open to the public. You may attend in person or watch live here: https://www.wcdsb.ca/about-us/meeting-information/board-meeting-live-stream/ General Information About WCDSB Board Meetings Information About the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce that Annalisa Varano has been appointed to the permanent position of Director of Education, Chief Executive Officer, and Secretary of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board.  Since assuming the role on an interim basis in September 2025, Annalisa has led our system with clarity of purpose, deep faith, and a genuine commitment to the students, staff, and families we serve.   In collaboration with

Helmets on, kickstands up. The Cycling Smarts Pilot Program rolled into St. Nicholas Catholic Elementary School on June 1, and we were lucky enough to be there for tarmac day to see our Grade 5 students put their new skills to the test.  The energy on the pavement was incredible. Students were beaming as they practiced signaling their turns, navigating cones, and growing more confident with every loop. Some were seasoned riders. Others were learning to balance on two wheels for the very

A new cycling education program is rolling into local elementary schools this June.  The Cycling Smarts Pilot Program is a collaboration between the City of Waterloo, the Waterloo Region District School Board, the Waterloo Catholic District School Board, Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region, and The Working Centre. The program teaches Grade 5 students how to ride safely and confidently in an urban environment. The program is offered at no cost to families and is designed to include all students, including those with mobility needs and those who have never ridden a bike before.  “Learning

Upcoming Agenda: Board of Trustees Meeting: Monday, May 25, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2026-05-25_Board-of-Trustee Agenda Location:  1st floor Board Room, Catholic Education Centre, 35 Weber Street, Kitchener Livestreaming of Board Meetings Board meetings are open to the public. You may attend in person or watch live here: https://www.wcdsb.ca/about-us/meeting-information/board-meeting-live-stream/ General Information About WCDSB Board Meetings Information About the Board of Trustees