I encourage all WRDSB staff and students to take a moment to say thanks to their principals and vice-principals on May 1st and every day! #NationalPVPDay [LINK TO WEB POST]

'This plan recognizes the importance of exposing students to the skilled trades while also ensuring they remain connected to their school.' - Cathy Abraham, (she,her)
Full statement with link to OYAP FAST announcement at: opsba.org/opsba-statemen… #onted

Mind full vs. Mindful

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Sagar as the new Superintendent, Facility Services, effective May 13, 2024.
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In Ojibwe our word for book is misinigan. Mayan Dresden Codex book from 11th century. Descriptives of history and astronomical tables.

Talk about a #DuckyDetainment

A mama duck and her 11 new ducklings, who had been nesting on our Central Division terrace, decided to make their escape this week.

Ducky for them, they had made a lot of friends who were happy to grant them an unconditional release.…

Fabulous and so deserving! Tantoo Cardinal is a living legend and example
for us all🧡

How can teachers/parents support students with anxiety:

Myth: People with autism lack empathy.

Busted Myth: Individuals with autism may express empathy differently, but many are highly empathetic.

#AutismFactCheck

When your child returns their pledge form, their name will go into a draw to win a brand new bike! Get those pledge forms in by Thursday, May 2, Bears!

A message from Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, to Ontario families and caregivers about the Provincial Code of Conduct and School Board Codes of Conduct to restrict cellphones and vapes in schools. Read the full message: wrdsb.social/4aV7FrK

Reminder: We want to hear from you! Join us on May 1 to share your thoughts on the New South Kitchener Elementary School Boundary Review process for a new school planned in Kitchener. The school is tentatively scheduled to open in September 2025. wrdsb.social/49UdioR

In Ojibwe our word for ‘airplane pilot’ is ‘baasijiganan bembizowat’. Music by Lenny Kravitz.

In Ojibwe our word for healing lodge is naandwechige-gamik. Health Centre at Wikwemikong First Nation. Pic by Jonathan Michael Peltier. Music by Eyabay.

OPSBA’s Black Trustees' Caucus recently met virtually with Stephen Lecce to discuss the need for tangible support and resources to address the challenges faced by Ontario’s Black students. Here's the follow-up letter from BTC Chair KathyMcDonald: opsba.org/wp-content/upl…

Thanks Kimiko Shibata eslfairy.bsky.social for your continued dedication to MLL Waterloo Region DSB students👏👏 OPSBA

Love this! 🧡
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Why sleep matters for kids:

Students and staff at Driftwood Park_PS have an amazing #EarthWeek planned!! Check out this student poster!
Waterloo Region DSB

Thank you 3A and 5A for an amazing kick-off assembly for Jump Rope for Heart. Everyone did a fantastic job! 👏 Waterloo Region DSB