Cannabis legalization and our schools

Posted October 15, 2018

On October 17, 2018, cannabis will be legal to use, buy, possess and cultivate in Canada for persons over 19 years of age. For our students, the possession and use of cannabis is illegal. We know that this change in legislation has raised many questions and possible concerns regarding how the change will affect schools. […]

Upcoming Woolwich Counselling Children’s Groups and Parenting Workshop

Posted October 12, 2018

Please find attached flyers for a self-esteem building group for children ages 4-7, “Glad to Be Me” and an anxiety group for children aged 8-11 years, “No Need to Fret”.  There is also an attached flyer for a one evening parenting workshop entitled, “Parenting Your Anxious Child”. No Need to Fret 2018-2019Glad to Be Me […]

School Council Meeting – Thursday, Oct 18 – Join Us!

Posted October 11, 2018

The next CPS School Council meeting is: Thursday, Oct 18, 2018 7:00pm Conestogo Public School Library

October 5 is World Teachers’ Day

Posted October 4, 2018

On October 5th, we celebrate World Teachers’ Day, a day where we acknowledge the dedication and passion of our educators. This morning, 64,000 students across Waterloo Region made their way to school. They walked with their friends, rode their bikes, or boarded a school bus. They entered classrooms excited and ready to learn. In each […]

WRDSB observes Orange Shirt Day on September 28

Posted September 23, 2018

Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) recognizes Orange Shirt Day as a way to honour residential school survivors, those who did not survive, and their descendants. It’s just one of the ways we support, educate and reconcile our relationship with Indigenous people. What is Orange Shirt Day? Orange Shirt Day is observed each September 30 […]

Thank you for a very successful Fun Fair/Meet the Teacher Night!

Posted September 21, 2018

Thank you to members of School Council for volunteering so many hours to prepare for our Fun Fair/Meet the Teacher Night! It was a very successful evening! Thank you to the many families who donated items and for participating in this wonderful community event! Thank you also to our staff who welcomed students and their […]

Student Accident Insurance Information

Posted September 17, 2018

Every September, Ontario school boards remind families about the option of acquiring student accident insurance. Student accident insurance can help cover unforeseen expenses due to injury that are not covered by provincial health care or employer group plans. Waterloo Region District School Board recommends “insuremykids®” Protection Plan. For more details on this option you can view […]

PD Day for all teaching and paraprofessional staff on September 21

Posted September 16, 2018

Friday, September 21, 2018 is a professional development (PD) day for elementary and secondary school staff. Students will not attend school, and all Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) operated before and after school programs will be closed. The focus for the day across all our schools will be School Improvement Planning in the morning and the […]

FUN FAIR & MEET THE TEACHER NIGHT – Sep 20 2018!

Posted September 8, 2018

We look forward to seeing you at our annual FUN FAIR & MEET THE TEACHER NIGHT! Thursday, September 20, 2018 5:00pm – 8:00pm Conestogo PS PURCHASE FOOD & TICKETS: Purchase Food and Raffle & Game Tickets on www.School-Day.com before Tuesday, Sep 18th! – Go to “Products” tab. – Game & Raffle Tickets are sold in packs of 20 […]

Call for Nominations! CPS 2018-19 School Council

Posted September 8, 2018

Each year, CPS parents join together to form the CPS School Council—we welcome you to join us! We are calling for nominations for this year’s Council: To nominate a member of our community for a position, or to become a parent member, please complete this form: https://goo.gl/forms/0EJK92OBkzt92pqI2 Positions will be filled at our Annual General Meeting: […]

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