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We are thrilled to share an exciting update regarding St. Brigid Catholic Elementary School. Thanks to generous funding from the Ontario government, plans are now underway to design and construct a new addition to the school. This project is an important step towards enhancing our educational facilities and reaffirms our commitment to fostering a nurturing and dynamic learning environment. The new addition is projected to open by September 2025 and will provide state-of-the-art facilities

Upcoming Agenda: Board of Trustee Board Meeting: Monday, May 27 , 2024 @ 6:00 pm – Agenda: 2024-05-27_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…”.)

Community Partner Award: Erick Traplin Presented annually in recognition of outstanding contributions made by a community partner or agency to the Catholic school system serving the students, staff, and greater community of Waterloo Region. We are excited to announce Erick Traplin as the recipient of this year's Community Partner Award for his outstanding contributions to children's entertainment. Since 1989, Erick has captivated young audiences with his fun-filled concerts, encouraging participation and sharing his love for

Agenda: Committee of the Whole Board Meeting: Monday, May 13 , 2024 @ 6:00 pm – Agenda: 2024-05-13_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…”.)

As we reach the midpoint of our Multi-Year Strategic Plan (MYSP), we are committed to ensuring our strategies and actions align with our goals. By utilizing our MYSP indicators and implementing evidence-based practices, we are diligently monitoring our investments and efforts. Our accountability framework further positions us to meet our objectives effectively. Your input is important to us. We are reaching out to parents and community members to gather your perspectives and insights. Please take a few moments

May 5 marks Red Dress Day, a significant day of remembrance dedicated to raising awareness and honouring the memory of the Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit individuals who have been victims of violence. On this day, people around the community wear red dresses or red clothing on this day as a symbol of remembrance and solidarity. This gesture represents their commitment to recognizing the dignity of every person and aligns with our Catholic values of

Written by: Mikayla Perez, Grade 11, St. Mary's High School During St. Mary’s High School’s Culture & Diversity Week, which began on April 14, 2024, students showcased their traditional cultural attire in a dynamic Cultural Fashion Show held in the school's cafeteria on April 19. The event featured students from various grades and cultural backgrounds, each bringing a piece of their heritage to the stage. Grade 11 student Oluwademilade (Israel) Dosekun, representing Nigeria, wore an

Team Dave teaches students that the core principles of S.T.E.A.M. can be fun while having a much larger impact on the community. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZp6nx3SMic

Dear parents, For the first time in nearly a generation, our government successfully negotiated agreements with all teachers’ unions and averted strikes in schools. This allowed us to deliver on our promise to parents to bring stability to classrooms and keep kids in class. As kids benefit from three more years of uninterrupted learning, I have heard from many of you, teachers and students alike, about concerns about the alarming rise of youth vaping in

Nominate a staff member today! Deadline: Monday, May 6, 2024 Saint Francis of Assisi reminds us that the earth, our common home, “is like a sister with whom we share our lives and a beautiful mother who opens her arms to embrace us.” In his encyclical Laudato Si’ (On Care for our Common Home), Pope Francis reminds us that “Along with the importance of little everyday gestures, social love moves us to devise larger strategies