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Principal's Message
We are happy to welcome you to the 2023/2024 school year at Waterloo Independent Secondary School!
As we begin a new year, we encourage you to take a moment to commit yourself to bringing a positive attitude and making your best effort every day. Does that sound too obvious or simple to be important?
High school is a place full of new experiences. By bringing a positive attitude, you are opening yourself up to the possibility of discovering a hidden talent, a lifelong passion or a new friend. Positive attitudes are contagious- your smile could brighten someone’s day and that will spread through our school community. Not every day will be easy, but making your best effort sends the message that your goals and future are worth working for.
Here at WISS, we are committed to caring for, guiding and leading you towards that future. We see your potential and are excited to help equip you with the tools to get there. Your teachers have great knowledge and experiences to share; they will be invaluable resources for you.
Welcome to the WISS family, both returning students and new faces. Together we are going to have a great year!
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Our Teachers
At WISS, we know that a good teacher makes all the difference to student learning. We seek out teachers who influence students through their engagement and curiosity. Our teaching staff are qualified and experienced in their field. WISS teachers challenge and support students throughout their high school education.
Click here to find out more about our teachers.
15
AVERAGE NUMBER OF STUDENTS PER CLASS
100%
POST-SECONDARY
ADMISSION RATE
1000+
MEMBERS IN OUR ALUMNI
NETWORK
30-100
TOTAL STUDENTS
Why WISS?
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FOCUSED ON UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
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PERFORMANCE-BASED BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
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INDIVIDUALIZED PROGRAMMING AND PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE
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EXTENSIVE CO-CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES
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GLOBAL INTERACTION
Waterloo Independent Secondary School challenges students to stretch their minds and go beyond academics to become responsible, independent, and community-oriented.
WISS graduates are well-prepared, open-minded, and eager to learn. Our graduates have become community leaders, successful in businesses, and contribute fully in a variety of enterprises.
Students are the centre of our attention and our dedicated teachers work continuously to seek out fresh and exciting opportunities for them.
A parent recently said: "The teachers make WISS so much more welcoming. They are kind, and they really want your child to succeed. But they also want to challenge them. It's a great aspect of a school!"
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our students say:
Louis
University of Waterloo
I was fortunate to have chosen Waterloo Independent Secondary School, I succeeded in becoming a double-degree student the at the University of Waterloo. My GPA at University was quite good and stable, which I attribute to the education and cultivation of the teachers at WISS.
Amy
Grade 11 Student
The courses at Waterloo Independent Secondary School are well set to match the direction of each student’s university curriculum. I transferred from another school last year and I have found all the courses here are helpful to me. WISS is ideal for international students who are new or already in Canada.
Ricky
Rotman School of Business
Time has flown by so fast! I graduated from Waterloo Independent Secondary School two years ago. It was a time of fulfilment and happiness with my teachers at WISS. Now I am studying at one of the top business schools in Canada. My high school study has laid a solid foundation for me.
What Sets Us Apart
Waterloo Independent Secondary School sits beside the world-renowned University of Waterloo which many of our graduates attend. Our goal is to ensure that students are well-prepared for post-secondary studies. Academics are emphasized and high standards are set. Courses are designed to arouse curiosity in students using projects as a window into the real world.
