Jump Rope for Heart at Empire
Posted June 5, 2022
Hello Eagle families, We are excited to share that our Jump Rope for Heart event was a huge success! Our school community raised over $1800 and students achieved a Healthy Habit streak of 7 days! Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this fundraiser a success – way to go Eagles!
Soaring Eagles Newsletter Summer Edition
Posted June 3, 2022
Hot off the presses…check out Empire’s Soaring Eagles Newsletter!! Soaring Eagles Summer Newsletter
Have Your Say: WRDSB 2022-23 Budget
Posted June 3, 2022
Each year, the Board of Trustees invite those served by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) to contribute their thoughts and ideas. This feedback is used to develop our operating budget for the upcoming school year. Who Can Participate? The following are invited to make a written submission and/or register to delegate at the […]
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PIC hosts food and nutrition speaker event for parents/caregivers
Posted June 1, 2022
On Thursday, June 9 at 7pm, our Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is hosting a free online speaker event on the topic of food and nutrition for all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) parents and caregivers, as part of their Family Engagement Series. The session, Healthy Family and How to Raise Healthy Eaters, will include […]
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Pride Month in the WRDSB
Posted June 1, 2022
Since 2017, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) has proudly raised the Pride flag on June 1 at every building across our school board. This is a symbol of recognition and support to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, while also marking the beginning of Pride month. This Pride Month, every school in the WRDSB will raise […]
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National AccessAbility Week: May 29 to June 4
Posted May 30, 2022
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) prioritizes accessibility in all that we do. This week is National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) in Canada and this year’s NAAW theme is “Inclusive From The Start.” The NAAW is a time to: Celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities Raise awareness of the critical need for accessibility and […]
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Menstrual Health Day
Posted May 28, 2022
On May 28, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) acknowledges Menstrual Health Day to promote education around periods, the fight for menstrual equity, and advocacy for policy change. Commonly known as Menstrual Hygiene Day, we are using the word ‘health’ not ‘hygiene’, in alliance with our community partners, in an effort to de-stigmatize periods. […]
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Friday, June 3 is a PD Day for elementary WRDSB students
Posted May 27, 2022
Friday, June 3, 2022 is a professional development (PD) day for Elementary school staff. Students will not attend school, both in-person or virtually. All board-operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will operate for enrolled students from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The focus of the PD Day will be teacher-directed assessment, evaluation and planning […]
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Jump Rope for Heart
Posted May 24, 2022
Hello Eagle families, We are excited to share that, on Thursday, June 2, Empire students will be learning how to protect their heart and brain by participating in Jump Rope for Heart – celebrating its 40th birthday this year! Please join us and help create a healthier future for kids across Canada! Check out the […]
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Update for Out of Province Remote Learners
Posted May 19, 2022
We have an important update for students and families of students in the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) remote learning programs. The Ministry of Education has provided updated direction to school boards for the 2022-23 school year which impacts: Remote learning programs E-Learning courses What is Changing for Students Living Outside Ontario As a […]
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