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The Village of Ayr came alive with excitement as the 113th North Dumfries School Fair welcomed students from across the township for another memorable showcase of creativity, skills, and community pride. Organized by the North Dumfries School Fair committee, this not-for-profit tradition has long invited school-aged children to display their talents across a range of exhibit categories—from art and photography to gardening and creative crafts. For many families and educators, the fair is a cherished

Committee of the Whole Board Meeting: Monday, November 4, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – Agenda: 2024-11-04_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…”.)

Effective immediately, the area previously designated as “Bused to Blessed Sacrament” is directed from Blessed Sacrament Catholic Elementary School to John Sweeney CES.  This adjustment was approved by Executive Council on October 22, 2024, and involves the area bordered by Bleams Road to the north, Strasburg Road to the east, a natural environment area to the south, and Fischer Hallman Road to the west. No students currently reside in this area.  The decision to redirect

We are pleased to announce the initiation of the Rosenberg Boundary Review, which aims to establish the attendance boundary for the new Rosenberg Catholic Elementary School, planned to open in September 2025. This review will also consider adjustments to the boundaries of John Sweeney CES and St. Josephine Bakhita CES to accommodate the new school and manage enrolment pressures. Public Input Opportunities: We value the input of our school communities and invite you to

At the Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB), we believe our Catholic schools should be the heart of the community, where every student feels they belong and can succeed. It's important for us to regularly assess how well we're achieving this vision.  In 2021, following the Ontario Anti-Racism Act (2017), we conducted our first student census. Since then, we've been analyzing the data to understand how students are experiencing our schools. This work helps

St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education is more than just a place to learn—it’s a hub for community connection and support.   As a meaningful conclusion to their fall semester on Friday, October 24, students in St. Louis’ culinary program showcased their skills by preparing nutritious soups for the Tiny Home Takeout initiative, supporting those in need within the Kitchener community. This opportunity allowed students to make a meaningful impact by applying what they’ve learned

Board of Trustees Board Meeting: Monday, October 28, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – Agenda: 2024-10-28_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…”.)

WATERLOO REGION, October 16, 2024—The Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) is excited to announce the start of construction on a new school located at 20 Woolner Trail, Kitchener. This school, which will serve students in Grades 7-12, has been designed with a capacity of 1,400 pupil places and is set to open in September 2026.  The three-story building will feature an artificial turf sports field and is designed to create a positive and

Dear WCDSB Community, We are excited to announce that, for the second year in a row, students across the Waterloo Catholic District School Board will be participating in a special fundraising campaign to support A Better Tent City in Kitchener-Waterloo and The Bridges in Cambridge. These organizations are dedicated to providing shelter and essential services to the most vulnerable members of our community. The fundraiser will kick off just in time for Thanksgiving and run for five

As Thanksgiving approaches, we are reminded of the importance of gratitude and reflection. With September behind us and Thanksgiving just ahead, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the exciting kickoff to the 2024 school year. The past month flew by, filled with energy, new initiatives, and community-building events, marking a busy and successful start across the Waterloo Catholic District School Board. Grounded in our faith, Thanksgiving reminds us to reflect on the many blessings