Making a Commitment for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day
Posted September 30, 2021
Today, students, staff and families across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and participate in Orange Shirt Day. Crissa Hill, Superintendent of Student Achievement & Well-Being, took a few minutes to share her thoughts and hopes for this important day, and the commitment and work […]
Student Vaccination Information
Posted September 29, 2021
As the 2021-22 school year begins, we remain committed to the health, well-being and safety of students, educators, school staff and the broader community. Keeping our schools open this year is our collective priority. Vaccines are safe, effective and the best way to protect everyone from COVID-19. Vaccines help to stop the spread so we can […]
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WRDSB flags remain at half-mast
Posted September 28, 2021
To recognize the importance of Truth and Reconciliation Week and Orange Shirt Day, flags at all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and worksites will be flown at half-mast until the end of day on Monday, October 4, which is the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. On […]
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day
Posted September 24, 2021
On September 30, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) will acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and participate in Orange Shirt Day. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation In June, the Government of Canada created the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a new federally-recognized day, as a response to the Truth […]
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COVID-19 Case Notification
Posted September 20, 2021
COVID-19: CASE NOTIFICATION Region of Waterloo Public Health has determined that a staff member, last in the Avenue Road Public School building on September 15, is a confirmed positive case of COVID-19. The identity of the individual is protected by privacy legislation and will not be shared. Public Health has identified no close contacts of […]
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Looking Out for Each Other
Posted September 17, 2021
In order to improve student safety at Avenue Road and St. Peter Catholic School, the City of Cambridge and Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region have joined forces in an initiative called Looking Our For Each Other. This afternoon, we are having a kick-off event with some local dignitaries to showcase the work that has taken […]
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Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day
Posted September 10, 2021
September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day and serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health touches many in our schools and in our community. We know that as part of our ongoing work to reduce the risk of suicide for those in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we strive to […]
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Welcome Back Information for Avenue Road
Posted September 9, 2021
On behalf of the staff of Avenue Road, we welcome everyone to the 2021-2022 school year. We are anticipating an exciting school year for everyone. As part of the school year start-up, parents and caregivers are asked to review information to help you navigate the upcoming school year. Some of the information requires a response […]
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Supporting Student Well-being for the Return to School
Posted September 7, 2021
As part of our ongoing work to assist students and families during the transition back to school, we wanted to remind families of the many resources available to support student mental health and well-being. Even at the best of times, some children experience more challenges than others when it comes to going to school. These […]
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First Day and School Traffic
Posted September 6, 2021
The Avenue Road team is waiting in anticipation to meet the 2021-22 student cohort and make meaningful connections with you, our community! If you have concerns about student entry tomorrow, please know that we will have all hands on deck to help your child find their teacher and make their way into the school in […]