March 18th, 2025

Monday, March 31, 2025, 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 staff. This professional learning focuses on providing educators and staff with the knowledge and skills needed to support and enhance student achievement and well being.

What Staff Are Learning

Monday, March 31, 2025 – Full Day Session

• Focus: School Learning and Improvement Process
• Formats: In-person and online
• Learning delivery method:
  • Small and large group discussions
  • Individual work
• Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): Waterloo Region District School Board
• Schools Participating: All Elementary and Secondary schools

Content of Staff Learning

• Clevr Software Training
• School Learning and Improvement Planning with a focus on:
  • Mathematics
  • Literacy
  • Special Education
• Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) Training for applicable staff

Learn more about Professional Development for School Staff on the WRDSB website.