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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.
UGDSB September Communications Newsletter
The UGDSB September Communications Newsletter is out! These monthly newsletters will be shared on our website from the communications department. In this month's issue has information about: Important information to start the new school year UGDSB Pathways, a new ...School Emergency Response Training and Annual Drills
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I am writing to provide you with some information regarding emergency drills that we will be conducting this school year. The safety and well-being of our students is our highest priority. Although we hope that an incident that requires response from emergency personnel will never ...
PA Day- September 18, 2023
Dear Parents,
We hope this message finds you well. We are excited to inform you that our first Professional Activity (PA) Day for the current school year is scheduled for September 18, 2023. On this day, there will be no classes for students, as our dedicated staff will be ...
Back to school 2023-24: School operations and health and safety information
The Upper Grand District School Board looks forward to welcoming all students, staff and families this September. Please see below for important school operations and health and safety information. In-Person Learning We are looking forward to welcoming back the majority of our students to in-person learning for the 2023-24 school year. We have a ...First Day Procedures
First Day Procedures First Day of school this year is Tuesday, September 5th. Students are encouraged to arrive about 15 minutes before school starts. Please note that students will be advised of their class placement by staff on Tuesday, September 5th. At this time new registrations will be completed, and ...Elementary Registration Day is just around the corner – Here’s what you need to know
Elementary Registration Day is happening August 29, 2023, between 1:00-4:00 p.m., at all Upper Grand District School Board elementary schools. Only new students to the UGDSB are required to register for the 2023-24 school year. If your child attended a UGDSB school last year, you do not need to re-register.
Professional Activity Day Description – Sept. 18, 2023
Date: September 18, 2023
Length: Full Day
Topic 1: AM – Literacy
Entity Hosting: School board
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): School Administrators
Description: Kindergarten to Grade 3 teachers will receive professional learning on early reading instruction, universal design for learning, and screening. ...
Reminder for parents/guardians: Student Accident Insurance
Parents and guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on school premises or during school activities. Accidents can and do happen and the costs involved might not be fully covered by Provincial health care or employer group insurance plans. The Upper Grand District School board is empowered under The Education Act to offer Accident and Life Insurance for students.
Reminder for parents/guardians: Student Accident Insurance
Parents and guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on school premises or during school activities. Accidents can and do happen and the costs involved might not be fully covered by Provincial health care or employer group insurance plans. The Upper Grand District School board is empowered under The Education Act to offer Accident and Life Insurance for students.