Media Releases
Inside Terry James RC: STARS/EPALA program sees hundreds of students reading for fun
Last year, the Terry James Resource Centre launched the STARS/EPALA (Students Taking Action Reading Solo / Élèves prennent action en lecteur autonome) program. This year, they decided to run it again and saw great student participation.
Over 1,000 UG students participate in 2024 Regional Elementary Skills Competition
On April 2, 2024, Upper Grand District School Board elementary students came together at the University of Guelph for the UGDSB’s Regional Skills Competition.
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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 can make school attendance difficult, it’s important to understand the impact of frequent absenteeism and how we can work together to support regular attendance.
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Evelyn Giannopoulos hired as Associate Director at UGDSB
The Upper Grand District School Board is pleased to announce that after an extensive search, Evelyn Giannopoulos has been hired to serve as an Associate Director at the UGDSB.
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UGDSB ratifies collective agreements with 5 local unions
The Upper Grand District School Board is pleased to announce it has ratified collective agreements with five local union partners.
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UGDSB students gear up for annual Elementary Skills Competition
The Upper Grand District School Board is thrilled to announce the upcoming Elementary Skills Competition, set to take place on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm.
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UGDSB expands Project SEARCH partnership with YMCA of Three Rivers Guelph
The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is thrilled to announce it has partnered with the YMCA of Three Rivers Guelph as part of Project SEARCH.
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Looking Back on Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures month at the UG
As February comes to an end, we remember that this month is more than just about history. In 2021, Upper Grand students and staff in their work to re-conceptualize Black History Month, ended up renaming it Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures month.
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John F. Ross students host a school event to empower youth action
John F. Ross CVI is running its first ever “Global Awareness Symposium, ” an event designed to inspire curious students to make an impact by introducing them to those dealing with global issues of many types.
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Student Trustees elected for the 2024-25 school year
At their February 2024 meeting, Upper Grand District School Board Student Senators elected the Student Trustees for next school year.
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