WRDSB Celebrates Sikh Heritage Month 2026

Posted April 7, 2026

April is Sikh Heritage Month in Canada. More than 500,000 Sikh people live in Canada, the second-largest Sikh population in the world. Celebrated in Ontario since 2013 and across Canada since 2019, this month recognizes the significant contributions that Sikh Canadians have made to the social, economic, political and cultural fabric of the country. WRDSB […]

Friday, April 24 is a PD Day for All WRDSB Students

Posted April 7, 2026

Friday, April 24, 2026, is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, in person or virtually All board-operated Extended Day and Youth Development programs will be closed About Professional Development (PD) Days PD days are held throughout the school year to provide learning opportunities for school-based […]

Wednesday, April 8th is the International Day of Pink

Posted April 7, 2026

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 is the International Day of Pink.  The International Day of Pink is an opportunity to represent: Inclusion Diversity Courage Solidarity Kindness Acceptance Students and staff are encouraged to wear pink in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. About the International Day of Pink The International Day of Pink started in 2007 by […]

Principal’s Weekly Update

Posted April 6, 2026

Dear Sir Adam Beck Families, We hope this message finds you well and that you’re enjoying the first hints of Spring. It has been an absolute pleasure connecting with students and staff over the past two weeks. As we settle into our new roles, we wanted to take a moment to officially introduce ourselves as […]

WRDSB Expands Access to Free Menstrual Products for Students

Posted March 26, 2026

The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) is reaffirming its commitment to menstrual equity by ensuring that all students have access to the products they need, without barriers, stigma, or cost. In 2025, through an ongoing partnership with the Ministry of Education, the WRDSB supplied more than 100,000 individual menstrual products to schools throughout the […]

The 2026-27 School Year Calendar

Posted March 25, 2026

We are happy to share that the Ontario Ministry of Education has approved our 2026-27 School Year Calendar and it is now available. Important Dates PD Days for Elementary and Secondary Staff – Wednesday, September 2 and Thursday, September 3, 2026 First Day of School – Tuesday, September 8, 2026 First Day of Extended Day […]

Reflecting on Black Brilliance Month in the WRDSB

Posted March 23, 2026

In February, schools across the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) recognized Black Brilliance through school-wide events, field trips, and classroom learning opportunities celebrating Black joy, diversity, and identity. These recognitions are an opportunity to highlight African, Caribbean and Black identifying (ACBi) histories, and their everyday Brilliance, though we strive to recognize Black Brilliance all […]

Principal’s Welcome

Posted March 22, 2026

Dear Families, I am grateful for the opportunity to transition into the role of Principal at Sir Adam Beck. Having served as your Vice Principal this year, I have already seen firsthand the incredible heart of this community. My connection to our region runs deep; I was born and raised here, and today, I am […]

Changes in Administration at Sir Adam Beck

Posted March 22, 2026

Dear Parents and Caregivers, As of March 23rd, the principal at Sir Adam Beck will be Ms. Jaime Demsey. Ms. Demsey is an experienced educator with four years of Vice Principal experience at JF Carmichael PS, Wellesley PS, and Sir Adam Beck PS. Prior to her leadership roles, she spent 19 years as both an […]

March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Posted March 13, 2026

March 21 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day is observed on March 21 each year to mark the day police in Sharpeville, South Africa, killed 69 Black men, women and children, and injured 180 more, at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960. This day serves as […]

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