K-12 Cyber Awareness Month

Posted October 29, 2020

K-12 Cyber Awareness Month is an opportunity for students, families and staff to learn more about the importance of cyber security. Running from October 26 to November 20 and organized by the Educational Computing Network of Ontario (ECNO), this year’s campaign theme is “Work, Teach, Learn Remote, Secure and Safe” with a goal of helping […]

Secondary School Quadmester 2 Calendar and Daily Schedule

Posted October 28, 2020

We would like to update secondary school students and families on the details of Quadmester 2, which starts on Monday, November 16, 2020. Quadmestering In the adaptive/hybrid model, the traditional semester is split into two quadmesters, with two credits being offered in each quadmester. From there, students will be divided into two cohorts that will […]

Cancellation of WCSSAA Winter Sports Season

Posted October 27, 2020

As we draw closer to the start of what traditionally would be the Waterloo County Secondary School Athletic Association (WCSSAA) winter sports season, we are providing an update on the status of school sports. To align with announcements by Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) and Central Western Ontario Secondary Schools Association (CWOSSA), and […]

School Council Meeting Invitation

Posted October 26, 2020

Our first School Council Meeting of the year will take place next Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 pm.  We will be using Google Meet to host the meeting online.  We are always interested in connecting with the parents and guardians in the Eastwood community.  Please send an email to ryan_hume@wrdsb.ca if you are interested in attending.

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Celebrating our 2019-20 Graduates – Registration Information

Posted October 22, 2020

To our graduating class of 2020 and families, We want to provide you with an update on our Commencement celebrations following last week’s announcement. Graduation Package Pick-Up In addition to our “Grad Night” on Friday, November 27 at 7pm, featuring our virtual Commencement ceremony, complete with our school colours and familiar faces, we will also […]

WRDSB Outdoor Education Department presents Pond Live

Posted October 22, 2020

Pond study programs are one of the outdoor education department’s most-loved field trips. From wriggly tadpoles to stealthy water scorpions, students love to discover the diversity of aquatic ecosystems. This Friday, our outdoor education staff will go live from the pond at Camp Heidelberg Outdoor and Environmental Education Centre, providing a venue for students across […]

End of Quadmester One: Exams and Final Evaluations

Posted October 22, 2020

As our students and staff near the finishing line for quadmester 1, we wanted to connect and offer some information on what the upcoming days will look like. Term Marks and Removal of Exam Days The WRDSB, in line with Ministry of Education guidance, has decided to remove a 70% term and 30% final evaluation […]

Prioritizing Student Health and Safety During Halloween

Posted October 21, 2020

As we near the end of October, and with leaves already falling from trees, our minds turn to the festivities and celebrations of the season. Public Health recommendations are an important consideration especially this year, as schools, students and their families contemplate specific activities within classrooms, schools and the community. Putting Health and Safety First […]

The WRDSB Celebrates Local Government Week

Posted October 19, 2020

The week of October 19 to 23 marks Local Government Week. Along with our partners at the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA), we are working to raise civic awareness among our students and community. School board trustees are an excellent example of local government as these elected politicians play a vital role in providing […]

High school graduation update for Class of 2020

Posted October 16, 2020

To our graduating class of 2020 and families, High school graduation is a significant milestone in our students’ learning journey. It is a time to acknowledge your accomplishments, celebrate the hard work you have put toward earning your diploma and close off a significant chapter in your life. During this unprecedented year, WRDSB central staff […]

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