Director’s Year-End Message

Posted June 26, 2019

The 2018-2019 school year was one of growth and learning for our entire system. We accomplished a great deal this year, and we should all be proud of how far we have progressed towards achieving our operational goals and implementing our strategic plan. We remain committed to reaching our ultimate goals and will remain laser-focused […]

Office update – June 21

Posted June 21, 2019

Dear Families, Well, another school year is coming to an end – we only have one week left. The last day for students is Thursday, June 27. On Friday, June 28, the educators at Jean Steckle Public School will be working on plans for the upcoming school year. Reflecting on this year, our students demonstrated […]

Flags lowered for National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism

Posted June 21, 2019

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) office locations and school buildings will be joining other Government of Canada establishments in flying the Canadian flag at half-mast this weekend to mark National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, which takes place annually on June 23. This day marks the anniversary of the Air India flight […]

Office update – June 14

Posted June 14, 2019

Dear Families, Congratulations to our primary students for participating in the track and field event. All of the students demonstrated respect and determination. We are looking for six volunteers to help with our Strong Start reading program for next year. This program helps our students improve their literacy skills. If you are interested in volunteering […]

Office update – June 7

Posted June 7, 2019

Dear Families, Thank you to our families for their support of our Family Fun Night. We had many wonderful volunteers who help organize the event. A special thank you to Chris Ryan, Meaghan Smith, and Kendra Gastmeier for all of their work organizing the event. We have raised over $5000 and that money raised will […]

Office update – May 31

Posted May 31, 2019

Dear Families, We had another great week at Jean Steckle Public School. Our Grade 8 students won many ribbons at the area track and field meet, our Grade 6 students completed the EQAO assessment, our Kindergarten students went to the zoo, and our Grade 2 students went to the Ground Water Festival. Thank you to […]

Female Student Leaders Empower Their Peers at Jean Steckle Public School

Posted May 31, 2019

The energy was palpable at Jean Steckle Public School in Kitchener on the evening of Wednesday, May 15 as 50 female students from grades five through eight from Jean Steckle and Janet Metcalfe Public Schools gathered to take part in a Girls’ Night In. As soon as the doors opened, attendees flowed in, eager to […]

EXTENDED: Looking for #WeSingOCanada performers

Posted May 30, 2019

We have extended the deadline for video submissions to Thursday, June 27, 2019. Warm up those vocal cords (or fingers) and show off your Canadian spirit. We are in search of incredible WRDSB talent to help us kick-off a variety of events on the “right note” – and we want you to be the star. […]

Flying the pride flag to celebrate diversity and inclusion

Posted May 28, 2019

June is nationally recognized as pride month in Canada. Many institutions and organizations fly the Pride flag as a celebration of diversity. During the month of June, all Waterloo Region District School Board locations will fly the Pride flag alongside the Canadian flag. We believe that our schools are safe spaces for everyone that walks […]

Friday, May 31, 2019 is a PD Day for elementary students

Posted May 26, 2019

Friday, May 31, 2019 is a professional development (PD) day for elementary school staff. Elementary students will not attend school, but Extended Day 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 activities. Paraprofessional staff (EAs/CYWs) will be participating […]

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