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Upcoming Board of Trustees’ Meeting: November 25, 2024
Board of Trustees Meeting: Monday, November 25, 2024 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2024-11-25_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…”.)
Holy Rosary School’s YMCA Settlement Worker Supports Newcomer Students
This month, we had the pleasure of visiting Holy Rosary Catholic School in Waterloo, where we met someone who plays an important role in supporting students and families: YMCA Settlement Worker Kulubrehan Abraham. It was immediately clear, through our conversations with the school administration, that Kulubrehan has made a big impact on the school’s diverse community, especially with students who are new to Canada. Kulubrehan is part of the YMCA of Three Rivers and works
Rosenberg Boundary Review – Drop-In Public Open House
Event Details: Date: Wednesday, November 27, 2024 Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM – drop in anytime, no formal presentation Location: John Sweeney CES, 185 Activa Ave, Kitchener During the open house, you will have the chance to ask questions one on one and provide input directly to Staff Committee members. For more information, please visit the Rosenberg Boundary Review webpage or share feedback via the online survey until November 29th or email rosenberg@wcdsb.ca.
Robert Sikora and Linda Cuff Re-Elected as WCDSB Chair and Vice-Chair
Kitchener, Ontario – On November 18, 2024, the Board of Trustees of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board elected Cambridge/North Dumfries Trustee Robert Sikora as Chair of the Board and Waterloo/Wellesley/Wollwich Trustee Linda Cuff as Vice-Chair of the Board. The Board of Trustees is comprised of the following representatives: Cambridge / North Dumfries David Guerin Marisa Phillips Robert Sikora Kitchener / Wilmot Kathy Doherty-Masters Winston Francis Renee Kraft Tracey Weiler Waterloo / Wellesley / Woolwich
St. Mary’s Students Spread Holiday Cheer at the Kitchener Santa Claus Parade
The holiday season kicked off in festive fashion this past Saturday as the annual Santa Claus Parade, hosted by the Lions Club of Kitchener, brought cheer to attendees along Weber Street. This cherished community tradition marked its 20th year, and the Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) was thrilled to play a special role in this year’s celebration. For the second year in a row, St. Mary’s High School students joined the parade, proudly showcasing
Upcoming Board of Trustees’ Meeting: November 18, 2024.
Board of Trustees Inaugural Meeting: Monday, November 18, 2024 @ 6:00 p.m. – Agenda: 2024-11-18_Inaugural 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…”.)
Monsignor Haller Hosts Community Canopy Project: Planting Roots for a Greener Future
On November 13, 2024, Monsignor Haller Catholic Elementary School welcomed representatives from the Community Canopy project, who partnered with students and staff to plant trees around the school property, marking an important step in community building and environmental action. The Community Canopy project, a new pilot led by the City of Kitchener in collaboration with Reep Green Solutions, seeks to address tree canopy inequality by planting trees on private properties in neighbourhoods identified as needing
Honouring Our Veterans at Our Lady of Lourdes: A Remembrance Day Celebration
Today, Our Lady of Lourdes came together in a meaningful display of respect and remembrance for Canada’s veterans. The school honoured those who have served by engaging students in thoughtful, in-class activities designed to deepen their understanding of sacrifice, resilience, and gratitude. The morning’s events culminated in an assembly, where students and staff gathered in solidarity to pay tribute to our country’s heroes. This collective act of remembrance provided a unique opportunity for students to
St. Benedict’s Students Shine in Culinary Competition
In an inspiring display of culinary skill and teamwork, students from St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School recently competed in a cooking competition for a chance to win grand prizes, including a full semester at Conestoga College. This special opportunity brought together five teams of two, each made up of students passionate about cooking or baking, who were eager to showcase their abilities and creativity. The students were tasked with a four-hour cooking challenge, during which
Flags Lowered in Honour of Murray Sinclair’s Legacy of Truth and Reconciliation
This week, we join Canadians in mourning the passing of a monumental figure in the journey toward truth and reconciliation, the Honourable Murray Sinclair, Mizanay Gheezhik, whose name in Anishinaabemowin means “The One Who Speaks of Pictures in the Sky.” As a former judge, senator, Chief Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and a mentor to many, Murray Sinclair’s legacy is woven into the fabric of Canadian history. His life’s work advocated for justice,
