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WCDSB Announces Retirement of Director of Education
The Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) announces that Tyrone Dowling, Director of Education, will retire at the conclusion of his three-year term on September 1, 2025. With over 30 years of service in Catholic education, Director Dowling has been a steadfast advocate for faith-based learning. He has served as an educator and administrator within WCDSB, as well as a superintendent with the Wellington Catholic District School Board, before assuming the role of Director. His
Rosenberg Boundary Review – Boundary Approved
On Monday, January 27, 2025, the Board of Trustees approved Option 3 which established a boundary for the new Rosenberg Catholic Elementary School (CES) and amended the boundaries of John Sweeney CES and St. Josephine Bakhita CES. The new boundaries take effect September 1, 2025. Option 3 redirects Sub-Area E from John Sweeney CES to Rosenberg CES and Sub-Areas L, M, and N from St. Josephine Bakhita CES to Rosenberg CES. For more detail
Buses Cancelled – Wellesley, Wilmot, Woolwich and North Dumfries Townships
January 28, 2025 Due to current weather conditions, SCHOOL BUSES, TAXIS AND SPECIAL EDUCATION ROUTES in Wellesley, Wilmot, Woolwich and North Dumfries Townships are cancelled. All Schools are OPEN. St. Louis online, daytime, and evening classes are open at all locations. Community Use Programs are able to operate. All Extended Day Childcare Programs are OPEN. All Secondary School Exams that are scheduled today will be postponed to the next school day.
Upcoming Board of Trustees’ Meeting: January 27, 2025
Board of Trustees Meeting: Monday, January 27, 2025 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2025-01-27_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…”.)
Extended Day Registration for 2025/2026
Registration for Extended Day/Before and After School Programs for the 2025/2026 school year opens in Spring 2025! These programs qualify for the reduced daily rate under the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement (CWELCC). For more information about the program and updates on registration, please visit our Extended Day page. Updates will also be shared on our main board website.
Grey Cup Glory: Tyson Hergott Returns to Inspire St. David’s
The St. David’s Catholic Secondary School community was excited to welcome Tyson Hergott, a former student and defensive lineman for the Toronto Argonauts. He brought the Grey Cup, won by his team in 2024, to share with the school community. Hergott has earned recognition in the CFL since making his professional debut on July 4, 2024, and his visit to St. David’s marked a full-circle moment for the athlete. The Grey Cup, Canada’s iconic football
Congratulations to Deacon Ed MacIntosh on Receiving the King Charles III Coronation Medal!
We are delighted to share the wonderful news that Deacon Ed MacIntosh, has been honoured with the King Charles III Coronation Medal. This special recognition was created to commemorate the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. Deacon Ed has devoted much of his life to working with and supporting youth. Beginning in 1998 as a Youth Pastor in St. Albert, AB. He joined the WCDSB as a Chaplain in 2000 and later took on
Celebrating Love and Service: St. Mary’s Students Create Valentines for Veterans
This week, Valentine’s Day arrived a little early at St. Mary’s, thanks to the heartfelt efforts of the school’s Random Acts of Kindness Club. As part of the Valentines for Veterans initiative, students came together to create beautiful Valentine’s Day cards in honour of the 125th anniversary of the Knights of Columbus, Waterloo. The club embraced the opportunity without hesitation, eager to show their appreciation for those who have served. Despite being fresh off their
Upcoming Board of Trustees’ Meeting: January 13, 2025
Committee of the Whole Board Meeting: Monday, January 13, 2025 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2025-01-13_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…”.)
Upcoming Board of Trustees’ Meeting: January 6, 2025
Special Board of Trustees’ Meeting: Monday, January 6, 2025 @ 7:30 p.m. – Agenda: 2025-01-06_Special-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…”.)
