Board News for Elementary

Municipal elections: See who’s running for school board trustee in your community

As municipal elections quickly approach, now is the opportunity to get to know what each school board trustee candidate is running on before election day on October 24.

Help the UGDSB make positive change – complete the Student Census today!

The “UGDSB Counts Student Census” launches today for all Upper Grand District School Board students in grades Kindergarten-12. Participation in the Student Census will help the UGDSB make systemic changes that will create more equitable outcomes for all students.

Wellness Works: Welcome Back!

Returning to school in the fall can result in mixed emotions including excitement, anticipation, nervousness, and worry. As we work to build and strengthen wellness skills, we are essentially building a strong foundation, a toolbox of strategies, to help your child/ren as they move through this school year in their own, unique and individual way.

New School and Child Care Screening Tool is available online

It is recommended that students/children and visitors continue to self-screen for illness every day before attending school or child care using this updated Screening Tool.

Mental Health and Wellness: The first 10 days and beyond

Wellness Works, will be back in action this year as we collectively work, once again, to ensure not only a mentally healthy return to school but an on-going emphasis on wellness throughout UGDSB classrooms, lessons and school buildings.

Letter from the Director: Welcome to the 2022-23 school year

As we head back to class, I am excited to begin working alongside the wonderful staff of the Upper Grand in service of students and families that put their trust in us. One of the things I am particularly excited about this fall is the board’s new Multi-Year Plan that provides us with a unifying purpose, an ambitious vision and sets the direction for our actions over the next four years.

Back to School! Information for students and families

It’s back to school season! We are excited to welcome and welcome back all students and families to the Upper Grand. To help make the transition back to school smoother for our students and families, we are sharing a website with information about back to school.

Learn how to translate UGDSB website content to multiple languages

Did you know that Upper Grand District School Board websites translate to multiple languages?