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.
Important reminders for the holidays and January 2021 return to school
Please see electronic copy of the following letter, with important links to information, below. Dear parent/guardian, Thank you for your ongoing efforts which have made the school re-opening process possible, and for adhering to public health and safety measures that have ensured schools remain a safe place for our students and staff. The ...Reaching out for support
December can be a difficult time for many of us and for many reasons. More than ever, now is the time reach out if you need support and to look out for friends and family who may need support.
Do not forget to check the following sources for important school updates and information
School Communication Please remember to check the following sources for important school information: School Website School Twitter @AlmaPublic UGConnect App Bus Cancellations https://stwdsts.ca/ Receiving Bus Notifications In ...December Newsletter
It is hard to believe that December is here already! Thank you to teachers, ECEs and families for participating in this year’s Parent/Guardian-Teacher Interviews. While school-home communication is ongoing throughout the year, the November interviews were a great opportunity to connect with families, sharing how students are ...#UGUmbrella – Imagine what others may be going through, this December we look at Empathy
The Umbrella Project, founded by Dr. Jen Forristal, features monthly themes, activities and curriculum links to support students and staff as they focus on wellness.
December Celebrations Family Choice Board
Dear families, This year, in lieu of a holiday production, we have opted for a December Celebrations Family Choice Board! You may decide to try out all the activities or just one or two . . . the choice is up to you! ...Feedback welcome on board Policy 503 – Safe Schools
The Upper Grand District School Board is welcoming public feedback on board Policy 503 – Safe Schools. The deadline to provide feedback is January 19 at 4pm.
Important changes on bus cancellation days and inclement weather days in the UGDSB
Due to COVID-19 restrictions and protocols, there are changes to bus cancellation and inclement weather days in the Upper Grand District School Board in the 2020-21 school year.
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health letter to the community
Dr. Mercer, Medical Officer of Health and CEO at Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has shared a letter with important information for the community regarding COVID-19.
Letter from the Director: Elementary school staffing and organization
This letter is to provide all parents/guardians in the Upper Grand District School Board with information on changes required in our elementary schools following the survey that allowed students to switch between in-person and remote learning.
UGUmbrella: The quality of being thankful – this November we celebrate Gratitude
The theme for November is Gratitude. Gratitude is the quality of being thankful. It is an essential skill that helps us keep our focus on what we have, instead of what we do not have. This skill is especially important at a time when there are so many restrictions in ...Virtual Pumpkin Carving Contest Slideshow
Hello there everyone! Thank you to our Alma PS family and friends for making this year's Virtual Pumpkin Carving Contest a success!! We had 55 pumpkins entered in this year's contest, with endless creativity and flare! This morning we watched the slideshow as a school, with each class logging into a Google ...Police Presence in Schools town hall and survey info
Please read the following for information on the UGDSB’s Police Presence in Schools virtual town hall and survey.
Survey to request change between in-person and remote learning (Oct. 14-21)
To request a change between in-person and remote learning, elementary parents/guardians must complete the Intent to Change Survey between October 14-21. The deadline to complete the survey is Oct. 21 at 4pm.
