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PARA ski & track star Sarah Gillies returns to Island Lake PS
Sarah Gillies is one of the fastest rising stars in the world of Paralympic Skiing. The Orangeville native is also a former Island Lake Public School student. On November 8 she will share her inspirational story and celebrate her amazing 2017 season with the students and staff at her former school.
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Dufferin Wellington Special Needs Strategy – Communique #10, October 2017
An update from the Dufferin Wellington Special Needs Strategy for Children and Youth, October 2017.
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Elora PS’s immersive STEM program combines in-class skill building with hands-on learning
Grade 7 students at Elora Public School are immersing themselves in STEM education. It’s all part of a unique program that combines classroom instruction and skill building with hands-on workshops.
Mitchell Woods PS welcomes families into the school at Mitchell Woods 101 event
On October 21, Mitchell Woods Public School hosted an information session and free pancake breakfast for families at the school’s Mitchell Woods 101 event.
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Erin DHS welcomes student from France
Erin District High School welcomed an exchange student from France for the first month of school.
Taking steps to a meaningful career – students invited to Your Future, Your Choice
Hundreds of students are learning from experts in the community, as they begin to make choices about their education and career pathways. On Nov. 15, more than 500 students will attend Your Future, Your Choice.
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King George families explore robotics, virtual reality at hands-on science event
Everything from robotics to music composition was on display at École King George Public School on Thursday, as parents and their children explored the world of STEM education.
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SHSM students explore museum curation, art therapy and more while earning certifications
Students from three secondary schools in the Upper Grand District School Board have earned a number of certifications in the arts and culture sector.
Grade 8 students reflect upon their relationship with water at H2Awesome conference
Hundreds of grade 8 students spent Wednesday learning about and reflecting upon their relationship with water. The 2017 H2Awesome Water Conference is a joint project between the City of Guelph, Upper Grand District School Board, Wellington Catholic DSB, and Wellington Water Watchers.
Turn those screens off and get outside – October 25 is Take Me Outside Day
On October 25, the Upper Grand District School Board joined hundreds of other Canadian school boards in taking the classroom outdoors.
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