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We are thrilled to share some wonderful news with you. Michael Kearns, teacher of Business, Social Sciences, and Drama at Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School, has been honoured with the Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence for 2024! This prestigious award is a testament to Michael's unwavering dedication to providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment that prioritizes student well-being. His innovative and energetic approach to teaching is truly inspirational. From starting classes with collaborative

Due to the risk of thunderstorms today, the KDM Cross Country Classic for KW schools is POSTPONED. The event will shift to the existing rain date: Thursday, June 6, 2024. All the details for the event, including time of day and location do not change.

Dear parents, Over the past weeks, our government announced Ontario’s plan to restrict cellphones during instructional time, remove social media from all school networks and devices, and enforce bans on vaping and cannabis on school property. We also introduced legislation to strengthen safeguards that protect your child’s privacy and keep their data secure. We know the work continues to ensure students are focused in class, graduating with a strong command of reading, writing and math,

Dear Parents, We are excited to announce a fundraising initiative in partnership with Nutrition for Learning, dedicated to ensuring all students in the Waterloo Region have access to nutritious meals at school. Since 1997, Nutrition for Learning has been providing universally accessible nutrition programs in most schools across Waterloo Region, serving K-12 students. These programs support approximately 38,000 WCDSB students, with each meal costing $1.30. A $20 donation can provide 15 meals, and a $20

Waterloo Catholic District School Board Community, We are writing to provide an update on the recent incident which led to the two-day closure of St. Mary’s High School. Over the last two days, the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) has been working diligently to investigate the threats of harm made to the St. Mary’s community. Following their investigation, they have determined that there is no longer a safety concern for the St. Mary's High School

Waterloo Catholic School Board Families, We are writing to provide an important update regarding the closure of St. Mary’s High School on May 29, 2024. The Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) continues to investigate the threat of violence against the St. Mary’s community. We are working closely with WRPS and will continue to aid in the investigation in any way possible. The decision to close the school was made out of an abundance of caution,

Bike to School Week is Monday, June 3 to Friday, June 7. This event is open to all WCDSB and WRDSB schools and is brought to you through a partnership between Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region; the cities of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo; and the Region of Waterloo. Cycling to and from school is a great way for students to incorporate a healthy and fun activity into their day, while emphasizing the important environmental

We are thrilled to share an exciting update regarding St. Brigid Catholic Elementary School. Thanks to generous funding from the Ontario government, plans are now underway to design and construct a new addition to the school. This project is an important step towards enhancing our educational facilities and reaffirms our commitment to fostering a nurturing and dynamic learning environment. The new addition is projected to open by September 2025 and will provide state-of-the-art facilities

Upcoming Agenda: Board of Trustee Board Meeting: Monday, May 27 , 2024 @ 6:00 pm – Agenda: 2024-05-27_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…”.)

Community Partner Award: Erick Traplin Presented annually in recognition of outstanding contributions made by a community partner or agency to the Catholic school system serving the students, staff, and greater community of Waterloo Region. We are excited to announce Erick Traplin as the recipient of this year's Community Partner Award for his outstanding contributions to children's entertainment. Since 1989, Erick has captivated young audiences with his fun-filled concerts, encouraging participation and sharing his love for