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Primrose ES Boundary Review – Approved Recommendation
At the February 13, 2024 Board Meeting, Trustees voted to approve an enrolment cap for Primrose ES to help alleviate enrolment pressure.
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Provide your input on the 2024-25 School Year Calendars
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.
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Important: April PA Day date change
The Upper Grand District School Board has made the decision to move the PA Day originally scheduled for Friday, April 19, 2024, to Monday, April 8, 2024.
Students learn about Black Canadian history through engaging presentations
Many students throughout the Upper Grand DSB have been learning about Black Canadian history, through engaging presentations with Tracy Cain.
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UG students and staff got moving this Winter Walk Day
As part of the day, students and staff walked or wheeled to or from school, with many UG schools hosting events to promote getting moving during the school day.
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WHSS students participate in Vocal Training Day
On February 6, 2024, SHSM students from WHSS had the unique opportunity to improve their singing skills, thanks to Canadian Idol Season 6 winner, Theo Tams.
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Wellness Works: Be kind to yourself this February
This February, let’s remember that we as individuals, deserve the same kindness, compassion and care that we give to so many others.
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Social media used to help student interested in the trades
For decades, women of the skilled trades have had to wear ill-fitting gear that isn’t built for the female body, as a result, some women are discouraged from entering the trades as a career path.
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Elementary Remote Learning Pre-Registration for the 2024-2025 school year
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.
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Sustainability: Upper Grand celebrates National Sweater Day
Turn down the thermostat, and put on a sweater! This year 52 Upper Grand schools are participating in National Sweater Day.
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