Given the rise in cases and our concerns for the health of staff, students and their families, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is proactively preparing for the possibility of a move to a remote learning scenario in the New Year.

The decision to close schools and move from in-person to distance learning is made by the Ministry of Education. At this time, we have not received any direction regarding a move to distance learning after the Winter Break from the Ministry of Education. However, WRDSB staff have prepared schools to ensure a smooth transition, if required. We ask that families remind their children to bring home their personal belongings. It is also a great time to clean backpacks, lunch bags or any other items that students regularly make use of at school.

Devices will be sent home with elementary students who require one in the event of a move to remote learning. Elementary students in need of a device who are not in attendance on Friday, December 17 should make alternative arrangements with their school principal.

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