News & Announcements

Summer Break!

Updated June 26, 2024

Screenshot 2024 06 26 At 11.33.06 AM Please enjoy a safe and happy summer! The office will re opeon on August 26, 2024. If you need to contact someone prior to this, please call the Upper Grand District School Board at 519 820-4420 or ...

School Registration & Summer Hours

Posted June 27, 2024

2024 School Opening Poster

Heat warnings

Posted June 19, 2024

Hot and humid conditions are expected next week.  Hot and humid air can bring deteriorating air quality and can result in the Air Quality Health Index approaching the high-risk category. The risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working ...

SUMMER SNAX !

Posted June 10, 2024

There is a wonderful new program rolling out in Centre and North Wellington this summer! The Community Resource Centre of North and Centre Wellington, along with Centre Wellington Food Bank are getting together to supply sutdents this summer! When school is out for summer, so are the student nutrition programs that ...

Admission & Registration policy feedback welcome

Posted June 4, 2024

Policy 521 Admission and Registration - Public Consultation and Policy Feedback Public consultation on this new draft policy is now open.  Feedback will be received until July 12, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. EST.  Policy 521 Admission and Registration This new policy ...

Celebrating Pride Month in the Upper Grand DSB

Posted May 31, 2024

Dear Students, Parents/Guardians and UGDSB Community,

This week, the Upper Grand District School Board is kicking off Pride Month. As we approach this important time, it’s essential that we come together to ensure our schools are supportive, inclusive spaces for all students.

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Kindergarten Information Slideshow for Parents

Posted May 31, 2024

Kindergarten Parent Night 2024 Thank you to everyone that came out to our Kindergarten information night. If you missed our night, please have a look at our slideshow. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Please just pop in or give us a call at the office. ...

Professional Activity Day Description – June 7, 2024

Posted May 27, 2024

Information for Elementary Parents/Guardians Date: June 7, 2024 Length: Full Day Topic AM: Curriculum Topic PM: Report Card Writing Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB Description:  Elementary Staff will spend half the day focused on various math and literacy topics and strategies. The second half of the day will be dedicated to report card writing, as per the employee group collective agreements. Elementary ...

Family BBQ and Movie Night – Thursday, June 6, 2024

Posted May 21, 2024

BBQ

UGDSB policy updates for May 2024

Posted May 21, 2024

At the May 14, 2024, Board Meeting, the following policy items were approved:

Policy 406 – Health and Safety (annual review; no change) Policy 417 – Violence in the Workplace (annual review; no change) ...

Parent Conversation with Unlearn!

Posted May 17, 2024

Parents and Guardians are invited to join Norwell School Council for a conversation with Unlearn! Where? Norwell District Secondary School When? Tuesday, May 28 Doors open at 6 pm with a Buffet-Style dinner. The presentation takes place from 7 - 8 pm FREE Babysitting Available! Scan the QR code to register. ...

Do your children ride the bus? Check out the transportation newsletter!

Posted May 15, 2024

The newsletter has lots of helpful information to plan for students transportation starting in fall 2024.  STWDSTS 2024-2025 NEWSLETTER ENGLISH.pdf

UGDSB May Newsletter

Posted May 4, 2024

May Communications Newsletter  The May Communications Newsletter is out! This is the monthly public-facing newsletter from the UGDSB’s communications department, so please feel free to share with your communities.  In this month's issue we have information about: Every Day Counts! Student attendance tips ...

First Rider Program

Posted May 4, 2024

STWDSTS First Rider Program  STWDSTS is pleased to announce its annual First Rider Program has been scheduled for Tuesday August 27, 2024. Online only registration will be open as of June 1 at the following link: https://stwdsts.ca/first-rider-program/  Please visit the above link ...

Family Math Night

Updated May 15, 2024

Please join us on Tuesday, May 14 from 6-7PM for Family Math Night! We will begin with a short presentation in the library, then families will have the opportunity to visit several stations around the school for more grade-specific resources, math games and ideas for supporting your child ...

Letter to families from the Minister of Education on changes to Provincial Code of Conduct

Posted April 29, 2024

Please see below for a letter from the Minister of Education, to Ontario parents/caregivers. To download a copy of the letter, please click here.

Dear parents,

For the first time in nearly a generation, our government successfully negotiated agreements ...

Summer Literacy and Numeracy Support Program Grade 6, 7 & 8

Posted April 23, 2024

Registration is open for any students looking for the 8 day non-credit skills improvement summer program.  There is an information flyer attached as well as the link to the registration form. https://forms.gle/KRaHUWMhHfpGZjC66 Any questions, please reach out to Pam Eurig – Vice Principal – ...

Tick Information

Posted April 23, 2024

A few of you have asked about Tick information to share with families who may be inquiring this time of year.   The memo below and links from Public Health may be helpful if you are looking for information.  Please feel free to share with your community as ...

Kindergarten Information Night – Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Posted April 23, 2024

Kindergarten Visit

Every Day Counts!

Posted April 18, 2024

Every Day Counts! Student Support Week 4: dians  This week, let’s discuss some things to do if all the strategies you’ve tried so far to encourage regular attendance at school with your child haven’t worked.  Be consistent! Don't give up. And know that there are ...
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