News & Announcements
RRM Parent Update – June 21
As we approach the last week of school for this year, all of us here at Ross R would like to thank our families for all of their support and encouragement of our students over the year. This is a brief update to let you know about some of the events ...RRM Parent update – June 17
HEAT WARNING: June 17-21 Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for this week. The Upper Grand DSB has a Hot Weather Measures document for administrators to follow. At Ross R, we have gone to each class this morning to talk to students about the following plan: Wear a hat and sunscreen ...Celebrating Pride Month in the Upper Grand DSB
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.
...Professional Activity Day Description – June 7, 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 ...RRM Parent Update – May 21, 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians, We hope your family enjoyed the long weekend! Please see below for some updates from Ross R: Erin Agricultural Society Donation to the Ross R MacKay snack program The staff and students of Ross R MacKay PS would like to thank the Erin Agricultural Society for their generous donation to ...UGDSB policy updates for May 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) ...Save the Date – School Council BBQ – June 6, 2024
Hello Ross R MacKay families, Parent council would like to send you a special invitation to come and enjoy our end of the year BBQ celebration. The event will be taking place on June 6, 2024 at 5pm. We will have hamburger and hot dog meals along with individual items for sale. ...Letter to families from the Minister of Education on changes to Provincial Code of Conduct
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 ...
Every Day Counts! Why regular student attendance at school really matters
In the UGDSB, we know how important school attendance and established routines are for students to build knowledge, skills and confidence. Regular attendance is more than just a requirement; it’s a critical building block for academic success, social development, and future opportunities. While we may face challenges that ...
