News & Announcements

Daily School Absence Report

The UGDSB is reporting daily on school absence rates, allowing us to monitor absenteeism rates and transparently share this information with the public. To view the dashboard, click here

Provide your input on the 2024-25 School Year Calendars

Posted February 15, 2024

Planning for the next school year has begun and the Upper Grand District School Board is seeking feedback on the proposed 2024-2025 school year calendars.

Each year, the UGDSB’s School Year Calendar Committee submits draft calendars for the upcoming school year to the Ministry. Once ...

Elementary Remote Learning Pre-Registration for the 2024-2025 school year

Posted February 1, 2024

During the 2023-2024 school year, the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), in partnership with Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) and Grand Erie District School Board (GEDSB) worked together to provide remote learning for elementary students. While we believe that in-person learning best supports students, we recognize that some families may want their child to learn remotely, due to their unique circumstances.

Accessing Student Timetables (Semester 2) and Report Cards (Semester 1)

Posted January 31, 2024

Parent Instructions: To view report cards (these are available after Feb 9th) and time table from the parent or guardian's portal, please follow the instructions below: Step 1 - Logging into the Portal: Click on the following link for the  WHSS - Edsembli Parent's Portal ...

Exam Period Information

Posted January 24, 2024

The exam period begins tomorrow.  Here are details on what to expect during this time of the semester: Exams begin at 9:30 AM (suggested arrival time: 9:20 AM) Buses run as normal; students need to remain in written exams for 1 hour, but are dismissed after they complete their exams ...

Professional Activity Day Description – Feb. 1-2, 2024

Posted January 22, 2024

School Staff will be working on Assessment and Evaluation. There will also be time scheduled for School Improvement Planning, with a focus on Literacy and STEM.

CMHAWW offering 2nd part to Understanding Human Trafficking webinar

Posted January 19, 2024

The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, in partnership with the Upper Grand District School Board and several other community partners, is pleased to announce part two of the Understanding Human Trafficking series.

WHSS November Newsletter

Posted January 8, 2024

The WHSS November Newsletter can be found by clicking on the following link:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y8BQomhSqDaF10FYWA7xz-dtK-0EPOTLzlcnk1l6gF0/edit?usp=sharing

This is but a sample of the many amazing things that have been going on recently at Wellington Heights.  Happy reading!

Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Contest Winners

Posted December 14, 2023

Congratulations to the following Wolverines who won awards in this year’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch 134 Remembrance Day Contest:

Intermediate Black and White Poster

K. Bingelman – Honourable Mention

Senior Black and White Poster

S. Allcock – 1st Place

C. Baxter – 2nd Place

Intermediate Poetry

K. Bingelman – ...

WHSS October Newsletter

Posted December 7, 2023

Please find at the following link a copy of the WHSS October Newsletter:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EbaNZSGavHdUyHELDUq2VjlVlsRoSpjxcvNSmomY__g/edit?usp=sharing

This is just a sample of the many amazing things that have been going on at Wellington Heights recently.  Happy reading!

Our Wolverine Family

Posted November 29, 2023

We shared an important message with all of our Wolverine students today.  More details have been provided in a letter sent by email to all parents and guardians.  Please find attached some information for parents and guardians in supporting their children, who might be struggling with grief.

Tips For ...

Immunization Clinic

Posted November 27, 2023

Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health will be visiting our school on Tuesday December 5, 2023 to provide vaccines to students who recently received a vaccination notice for overdue vaccines for measles, mumps, polio, tetanus, etc.  Students need to book appointments in advance for this clinic.  To book an appointment please visit  ...

Warm Winter Wishes Hockey Buyout

Updated December 11, 2023

Our Warm Winter Wishes campaign is well underway.  Students in our Business Leadership class, along with students and staff from across the school, run various fundraising initiatives in November and December to raise money to provide to financially at-risk families at WHSS and at our 7 local elementary schools ...

Virtual School Council Meeting

Posted November 27, 2023

Our next virtual School Council Meeting for all parents and guardians will be held online on Google Meet on Tuesday, November 28th at 7:00 p.m.  All parents and guardians are welcome to attend.  The purpose of the meeting is to keep parents and guardians informed as to what is going on at ...

Midterm Report Cards

Updated November 29, 2023

Students' Midterm Report Cards have been created and added to their digital platforms.  Attached are instructions on how to access these reports from the Parent Portal as well as instructions for students to access from their accounts. Please reach out to the main office (519)323-3430 if you have ...

Parents/guardians invited to complete WHY Survey to help improve well-being of youth

Posted November 13, 2023

All parents/guardians in the Upper Grand District School Board are invited to complete the 2023 WHY Survey, in partnership with Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health. The purpose of the Well-being Health and Youth (WHY) Surveys is to collect information from youth, parents, and school staff about youth health and well-being. These surveys will ...

It’s that time of year again – everything you need to know about UG Inclement Weather Procedures

Posted November 8, 2023

GUELPH, ON – It’s that time of year again and we wanted to share a refresh with our school community about Inclement Weather Procedures. BUS DELAYS/CANCELLATIONS: In the event of bus cancellations, all schools will remain open for students and staff who can get there safely. If parents/guardians do not feel it is ...

Professional Activity Day Description – Nov. 24, 2023

Updated November 10, 2023

Date: November 24, 2023 Length: Full Day Topics: Elementary Topic: Parent-Guardian / Teacher Interviews Secondary Topic 1:  AM – Curriculum PD and Workshops Secondary Topic 2:  PM – Workplace Violence Prevention Training as per the Collective Agreement Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): School Administrators and Online Modules Description:  Elementary Staff will spend the full day communicating with parents/guardians about student progress after ...

New Cosmetology Program To Start In September 2024 At WHSS

Updated November 29, 2023

Wellington Heights is very excited to announce that a new cosmetology program will be launched at the school beginning in September 2024.  Students will be eligible to take hairstyling and aesthetics courses that teach students about hairstyling, make-up, and nail care techniques from a salon and spa perspective.  A new, ...

Warm Winter Wishes Campaign Welcomes Donations

Posted November 7, 2023

Wellington Heights has launched its Warm Winter Wishes campaign once again this year with a Pumpkin Carving contest on October 26th.  Many more fundraising events are planned at the school through the months of November and December.  The annual Chili Cook Off will be held on Thursday, November 9th, where ...
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