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

Professional Activity Day Description – April 8, 2024

Posted March 18, 2024

Information for Elementary Parents/Guardians

Date: April 8, 2024

Length: Full Day

Topics:

Elementary Topic AM: Mathematics Elementary Topic PM: Mental Health and Well-Being Secondary Topic AM: Mathematics or Artificial Intelligence ...

Spring 2024 Meat Fundraiser proceeds to playground funds

Posted March 8, 2024

Parent Council once again this year we are doing a JD Sweid Foods Fundraiser and a Harriston Packaging Co. Fundraiser All proceeds go towards our playground fund. Orders will be taken March 8-22, 2024. Delivery is April11, 2024 3-5pm. For product information please click here ...

March 2024 News

Posted March 8, 2024

March 2024

UGDSB introducing new grade 7/8 Mental Health Literacy Modules to support student mental health and well-being

Posted February 27, 2024

GUELPH, ON – The Upper Grand District School Board will be delivering modules to grade 7/8 students to enhance mental health literacy.   

Earlier this year, the Ministry of Education introduced a series of modules to support the existing mental health literacy expectations within the grades ...

Provide your input on the 2024-25 School Year Calendars

Posted February 15, 2024

Planning for the next school year has begun and the Upper Grand District School Board is seeking feedback on the proposed 2024-2025 school year calendars.

Each year, the UGDSB’s School Year Calendar Committee submits draft calendars for the upcoming school year to the Ministry. Once ...

Live Free Day – Donations to our snack program.

Posted February 7, 2024

Live Free Day  Arthur Public School is helping kids Live Free of Hunger. All proceeds from the Live Free Day are going towards our Student Nutrition Program and will go directly back to your child through our snack program! This year we are including additional donation amounts to help support ...

February 2024 Newsletter

Posted February 7, 2024

February News

Remote Learning Pre-Registration for the 2024-2025 school year

Posted February 1, 2024

During the 2023-2024 school year, the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), in partnership with Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) and Grand Erie District School Board (GEDSB) worked together to provide remote learning for elementary students. While we believe that in-person learning best supports students, we recognize that some families may want their child to learn remotely, due to their unique circumstances.

Before and or after school program-BASP survey

Posted January 22, 2024

https://www.ugdsb.ca/blog/the-ugdsb-before-and-or-after-school-program-basp-survey-goes-live-january-9-2024/ Families with children attending school from Junior Kindergarten to grade 5 are encouraged to complete the BASP survey before 4pm on January 31st.  Use the link above to learn more. Link to survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfieGx5RGObPbHq622X35knRG3a5gnSZrCUohBp4MeHakJsxg/viewform

Professional Activity Day Description – Jan. 26, 2024

Posted January 22, 2024

Elementary Staff will spend the full day on Assessment and Evaluation that includes report card preparation/reporting of student achievement and learning skills, to be communicated with parents/guardians.  

CMHAWW offering 2nd part to Understanding Human Trafficking webinar

Posted January 19, 2024

The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, in partnership with the Upper Grand District School Board and several other community partners, is pleased to announce part two of the Understanding Human Trafficking series.

Online JK Registration until January 26th

Posted January 17, 2024

Kindergarten Reg 2024 Big Promo 755x366 Use the link below for more information. https://www.ugdsb.ca/blog/kindergarten-registration-is-fast-approaching-heres-what-you-need-to-know-2/  

January 2024 Newsletter

Posted January 9, 2024

Jan 2024

Remember to check Schoolcashonline

Posted December 7, 2023

Remember to check Schoolcashonline for items that are available.  Here is the link  https://ugdsb.schoolcashonline.com/
  • School/Sport Trips
  • LunchBox Program
  • Pizza Days Orders due Dec 20th
  • School Fundraisers (when applicable)
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