Questions about the Health and Physical Education curriculum changes

Posted August 29, 2018

We recognize that there may be a number of questions about the changes relating to the re-issued 2010 Health and Physical Education Curriculum. We are providing Frequently Asked Questions as a way to inform our staff, families and community members about the changes. We will continue to update this section as information becomes available.

Information about an automated message

Posted August 28, 2018

At approximately 3:00 p.m. this afternoon, the Waterloo Region District School Board became aware that a list of subscribers to the School Messenger information system received a pre-recorded voice, email or text message inviting them to a school meeting. The message, which reached parents across our community, was distributed as a result of an internal […]

Meet the Teacher Night

Posted August 28, 2018

We would like to invite all of our parents and students to a Welcome Night, better known as Meet the Teacher on Thursday, September 6, 2018 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.  This will be an opportunity for your children to take you around the school and show you the many exciting elements of the school as well […]

Welcome Back to a New School Year at Groh!

Posted August 22, 2018

We trust that all of our students and families have had a wonderful summer holiday.  We hope that you created some lasting memories with the many activities and journeys that took place over the summer.  The weather certainly cooperated this year! In preparation for the first day of school, we want to briefly share with […]

How to check your elementary-aged child’s class assignment

Posted August 13, 2018

As the new school year approaches, we know a lot of excitement surrounds finding out which class your student has been assigned. Our commitment to keeping your children safe has led us to a new method of sharing this information for elementary students, leading up to the first day of school. To comply with privacy […]

HAPPY SUMMER TO OUR GROH FAMILIES

Posted July 3, 2018

The school will be closed from July 3rd 12:00pm to August 27th @ 9:00am.  Classes begin for grades 1-7 on September 4th.  Senior Kindergarten students start classes on Wednesday, September 5th.  Junior Kindergarten students will receive a letter in the mail which will outline their staggered entry process. New registrations will be accepted on the […]

Congratulations staff, students and families

Posted June 28, 2018

Another academic year has come to a close. We know that this is an exciting and busy time for our staff, students and families. I would like to take a moment to reflect, express gratitude and celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our school communities. Our strategic priorities and commitments are the foundation of […]

2018-19 School Year Calendar is now available

Posted May 29, 2018

The 2018-19 School Year Calendar is now available.

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Traffic Calming Committee

Posted May 28, 2018

The Traffic Calming Committee is a committee of interested parents who have met to address the traffic situation around the school.  We met 3 times this year and we created and implemented a number of strategies to help mitigate the traffic congestion during the arrival and dismissal times. The input from this committee has been […]

June 1 is a P.D. Day for Elementary schools

Posted May 25, 2018

Friday, June 1, 2018 is a professional development 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 P.D. Day will be teacher directed assessments, evaluation and planning activities. Paraprofessional staff (EAs/CYWs) will be participating […]

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