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

December At A Glance

Posted December 6, 2023

Hello Dragon Families, December at Jean Little School is known as the best time of the year, as festive spirit hits the classrooms. Excitement is buzzing with winter decorations, and students eagerly anticipating seasonal events. The warmth of friendship and the joy of learning are being blended seamlessly, creating ...

Winter Clothing Rack – Now Open

Posted December 4, 2023

Good evening Dragon Families, Discover warmth in style at our Winter Clothing Rack, now open for your winter wardrobe needs! From 8am to 4pm, explore a diverse range of cozy and fashionable options. Don't miss out on this exclusive collection available until Friday. Hurry in and elevate your winter fashion with ...

Kindergarten Registration is fast approaching – Here’s what you need to know

Posted December 4, 2023

Kindergarten Registration for the 2024-2025 school year opens January 9, 2024. The French Immersion on-time application window for registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open from January 9 to January 26 at 4:00 pm.

Winter Clothing Rack – Tuesday Dec 5th To 8th

Posted November 30, 2023

Hello Dragon Families,

Gratitude fills the air at Jean Little as generous donations have transformed our Winter Clothing Rack, propelling it into the next phase of action.

Embracing the winter chill, Jean Little is excited to unveil its Winter Clothing Rack starting next week, from Tuesday, December 5th, to ...

JEAN LITTLE PARENT COUNCIL PRESENTS… A COMMUNITY WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE

Posted November 15, 2023

We are so excited to be organizing a winter clothing drive within our school community for the benefit of our school community!

Many of you by now, have begun to pull out warm winter coats, boots and more! Winter weather is officially here! Before loading your gear up into ...

Progress Reports & Parent/Teacher Interviews 2023

Posted November 13, 2023

Dear Jean Little Families, Progress Reports (Download November 16th): As in the past, the November Progress Reports will be available online on November 16th at our Report Card Portal here:   Jean Little Progress Report Link How to create an account   Parent/Teacher Interviews It will take place on the night ...

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 ...

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 ...

November At A Glance

Posted November 3, 2023

Hello Dragon Families, November, came in with its crisp autumn air and colorful leaves decorating the schoolyard. Cozy classrooms and a sense of togetherness set the tone for a promising month of learning and camaraderie. Dance A Thon Update: The Dance-A-Thon was an enormous success, as the community came together ...

Jean Little Spirit & Grad Wear On Sale Now

Posted October 29, 2023

Jean Little Families, It’s that time of year again. Spirit and Grad Wear will be on sale from now until November 13th. Orders can be placed using School Cash Online. https://ugdsb.schoolcashonline.com/ ALL ORDERS MUST BE IN ON NOVEMBER 13TH. See the attached flyer for ...

Provide your feedback on UGDSB draft policies

Posted October 25, 2023

At the October 24th Board meeting, the following policy items were approved. All updates have been made on the board website (www.ugdsb.on.ca/board/policy).

Statement from the Chair of the Board and Director regarding ongoing violence in the Middle East

Posted October 10, 2023

We are deeply saddened to learn of the recent deadly attacks and ongoing violence in the Middle East. Our thoughts are with all those impacted and mourning the loss of life during the conflict over the past weekend. We acknowledge this is a particularly devastating time for UGDSB ...

Professional Activity Day Description – Oct. 27, 2023

Posted October 5, 2023

Date: October 27, 2023 Length: Full Day Topic 1: AM – Workplace Violence Prevention Training Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): School Administrators and Online Modules Description: Staff will spend the morning completing mandatory Workplace Violence Prevention Training on the board’s Online Learning Platform. This is self-directed learning made of online modules for staff to work through independently. Topic 2: PM – Progress ...
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