Dear William Reid families,

We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer filled with rest, connection, and memorable experiences. As we look ahead to another exciting year of learning and growth, we are thrilled to welcome all students—both new and returning—back to École William Reid.

Our dedicated staff has been preparing to ensure a smooth start, and we are eager to partner with you in making this year a success. At William Reid, every child is valued for who they are, and we are deeply committed to supporting their growth both academically and personally. As a French Immersion school, we are especially excited to nurture your child’s capacity to learn, take risks, and flourish in French. Together, we will help them build confidence, curiosity, and pride in their bilingual journey.

Below, you’ll find helpful information and links to assist you in preparing for the first day of school.

Important Dates

  • Office Opens: Wednesday, August 27
  • First Day of Classes: Grades 1 -4
    • Tuesday, September 2
  • First Day of Classes: Kindergarten
    • Tuesday September 2 | AM and PM Kindergarten – ONLY Children whose last name starts with A-L
    • Wednesday, September 3| AM and PM Kindergarten – ONLY Children whose last name starts with M-Z (Kindergarten students who started on Tuesday do not attend on Wednesday.)
    • All Kindergarten students attend on Thursday September 4 at their designated AM and PM times (see below).

School Start and End Times

  • Doors Open: 7:50 AM (supervision begins)
  • Classes Begin:
    • Grades 1-4: Mon–Fri: 8:02 AM
    • AM Kindergarten: Mon–Fri: 8:02 AM
    • PM Kindergarten: Mon–Thu: 11:58 AM | Fri: 8:02 AM
  • Lunch: Grades 1–4: 11:35 AM to 12:25 PM
  • Dismissal:
    • Grades 1-4: Mon–Thu: 2:50 PM | Fri: 12:00 PM
    • AM Kindergarten: Mon–Thu: 10:54 AM | Fri: 12:00 PM
    • PM Kindergarten: Mon–Thu: 2:50 PM | Fri: 12:00 PM

Back To School Information

  • Visit our Back to School page to find information related to our start up.

Nine Tips for Preparing Children to Return to School

Click here to access practical advice from the Werklund School of Education on easing the back-to-school transition.

School Calendar

Visit our calendar page for important dates throughout the year.

My CBE Acocunt

A MyCBE Account is an important tool for accessing all of your child’s information. Parents/ Legal Guardians/ Independent Students who have not already done so must create a MyCBE account and add student(s) to the account to:

  • access your child’s program information (e.g., course assessments, daily attendance record, report card)
  • pay fees and request waivers
  • register for transportation and lunch supervision
  • book parent-teacher conferences
  • submit online school forms

You will need your email address on file at the school, as well as the student’s CBE ID. This can be found on:

  • SchoolEngage student profile for families that registered their child using SchoolEngage.

Note | For a visual guide on how to find the CBE ID within SchoolEngage, refer to SchoolEnage CBE Student ID

  • CBE Report Card, beside the child's name
  • CBE ID card

See the support page for instructions on signing up for a MyCBE account or accessing an existing account.

Your MyCBE account is used as long as your child remains at CBE from kindergarten to Grade 12, so please register with an email that will be active during this period.

School Transportation

Bus stop locations and routes are posted in MyCBE. If you register after the deadline, your child will be placed at the closest available stop with space. Please note processing may take up to six weeks. Families are responsible for transportation until registration is confirmed.

Subscribe to School Messages

To receive important school and CBE communications, update your contact details with the office and subscribe to your current email and phone number. Use this link to learn more.

The beginning of a school year is a fresh start for everyone—an opportunity to set new goals, embrace challenges, and celebrate achievements. Thank you for reviewing this information so that we can work together to create a safe, caring, and engaging learning environment for all students.

We are proud to be a school where children are known, valued, and supported as they grow. Whether they are just beginning their French Immersion journey or continuing to build their bilingual skills, your child will be encouraged every step of the way. We look forward to celebrating their successes, nurturing their love of learning, and creating a vibrant school community together.


Kind Regards,

Kenzie Rushton
Principal
École William Reid