January 29 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action Against Islamophobia

Posted January 28, 2022

On January 29, 2017, a lone gunman entered a mosque in Quebec City and opened fire on dozens of Muslim Canadians during a prayer service. By the time the shooting had ended, six worshippers had been killed, and 19 more injured. It was one of the deadliest mass shootings in Canadian history that prompted widespread […]

Holocaust Remembrance Day

Posted January 27, 2022

As an educational system, we have a responsibility to learn about the lived realities of systematically harmed communities. With this in mind, the WRDSB is committed to learning about the lived experiences, realities and harm faced by the Jewish community. In the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), we look forward to building strong, ongoing […]

Picture Day is February 3rd!

Posted January 26, 2022

Hello Keatsway, Our picture day is scheduled for February 3rd.  Students will have individual portraits done while staying in classroom cohorts.  After picture day, families will then have the opportunity to order photos. Keatsway Remote learners (and short term remote learning option students) are welcome to get their pictures done here at Keatsway PS. on February 3rd […]

Bell Let’s Talk Day

Posted January 26, 2022

Today, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) encourages our students, staff, families and community members to participate in Bell Let’s Talk Day, a social media day of action to help end the stigma surrounding mental health and well-being. Although Bell Let’s Talk Day is a corporate initiative, it provides an important opportunity for us […]

WEFI Announces HEPA Filter Fund

Posted January 25, 2022

We know our community wants to help to make our schools equitable and welcoming spaces for all our students. We have heard from you that this includes working to provide high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter units in as many spaces as possible. With this in mind, the Waterloo Education Foundation Inc. (WEFI) is excited to […]

February Lunch and Learn Sessions for Parents and Caregivers

Posted January 25, 2022

As part of our ongoing efforts to support WRDSB parents, caregivers and families, our psychology staff are offering a number of lunch and learn sessions for WRDSB parents, caregivers and family members. These webinars, scheduled over the lunch hour on Wednesdays, aim to equip parents with useful tips and information to assist them in supporting […]

Rapid Antigen Testing for Symptomatic Students

Posted January 24, 2022

January 24 2022 Rapid Antigen Testing for Symptomatic Students The Ministry of Education has provided our school with rapid antigen test kits for symptomatic students that are learning in-person. Keatsway in-person students will receive one rapid antigen test kit proactively for at-home use if they develop symptoms. Individuals with symptoms associated with COVID-19 are presumed to […]

Anticipated Transportation Service Interruptions

Posted January 24, 2022

We want to share an important update from Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR). Bus companies are now experiencing an increase in driver absences due to COVID-19 isolation. Although more than 90% of bus routes are operating normally, some routes are experiencing more frequent and prolonged delays (50 minutes or greater). As a result, […]

Happy New Years Resolutions | Caring/Coping/Connecting

Posted January 21, 2022

The newest edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can set realistic goals for the year ahead, while approaching ourselves with self-compassion. The new year brings with it the idea of a fresh start, which can be exciting, motivating and full of promises of a better year. The tips in this edition will help you […]

School Vaccine Clinics for Children Aged 5 to 11

Posted January 21, 2022

Region of Waterloo Public Health will be hosting a number of vaccine clinics at various WRDSB schools, starting January 29, 2022. School vaccine clinics Children aged 5-11 who still need a first or second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine can book appointments at these school clinics. A parent/guardian must attend the clinic with their child. […]

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