Picture Day is Coming!
Posted September 16, 2022
Dear Howard Robertson Families, We are pleased to share that our School Photos will take place on Friday, September 23rd! No cash or orders need to be collected before Picture Day. After Picture Day, proofs will be sent to the school for parents/guardians to view their pictures before they purchase. All photos are purchased […]
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Anticipated Transportation Service Interruptions
Posted September 15, 2022
We want to share an important update about school buses. Due to a driver shortage and the impact on service this will have, some routes will be cancelled using the same approach as the last school year. More than 90% of scheduled trips are operating normally. However, some routes are experiencing more frequent and prolonged […]
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Our Strategic Plan – Hear from Director chanicka
Posted September 12, 2022
As we set out on the journey of creating our plan for the future of the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we grounded our focus in our role of educating and preparing students to excel on their chosen path in learning and life. The Strategic Planning Process has been, by far, the most broad […]
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Mr. Cooney is Retiring !!!
Posted September 12, 2022
Dear Howard Robertson Families, It is with gratitude that we announce that Mr. Cooney is retiring after 32 years with the Waterloo Region District School Board. Mr. Cooney has been the Head Custodian at Howard Robertson for the last 13 years. Mr. Cooney is looking forward to quieter days with his family and friends. […]
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Recognizing World Suicide Prevention Day
Posted September 10, 2022
September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day. It serves as an important reminder that suicide and mental health challenges touch many in our schools and in our community. 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 make our […]
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WRDSB flags flown at half-mast for Firefighters’ National Memorial Day
Posted September 9, 2022
To mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day on Sunday, September 11, flags at all Ontario government buildings, including Waterloo Region District School Board schools and offices, will be flown at half-mast this weekend. Firefighters’ National Memorial Day was instated by the Government of Canada in 2017 and is recognized annually on the second Sunday of September. […]
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Day & Awareness Month
Posted September 9, 2022
September 9, 2022 marks Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Day First celebrated in 1999, FASD day is devoted to raising awareness of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) to improve the prevention of FASD, as well as diagnosis and support for individuals with FASD. Red Shoes Rock Red Shoes Rock is […]
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WRDSB lowers flags for the death of Her Majesty The Queen
Posted September 8, 2022
To honour the life and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away this afternoon, flags at Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) schools and office buildings will be flown at half-mast until sunset on the day of the funeral and memorial service (to be determined).
Welcome Back Open House – September 14, 2022
Posted September 8, 2022
Dear Howard Robertson Families, On Wednesday September 14, 2022 staff will host an open house for families after school from 3:20pm – 4pm. During this time families will have an opportunity to visit the building and connect with their child’s/children’s educators. Your child’s teacher will communicate the specific plan for their class, where to meet, etc. Please watch […]
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EarlyON program at Centreville Chicopee
Posted September 8, 2022
Dear Howard Robertson Families, EarlyON is funded by the Ministry of Education to offer programs, services and supports to families with children from birth to age 6. Our EarlyON Child and Family Centres will be offering free drop-in programming for families at Centreville Chicopee Community Centre on Thursday mornings from 10:00-11:00 between September 22nd and […]