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Letter from the Director of Education (April 27, 2020)
The Director of Education has written a letter to parents/guardians regarding the extension of the school closures and information on final grades and marks.
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Orangeville schools bring cheer to students during distance learning
Staff from two Orangeville elementary schools had a creative way to bring some cheer to their students on Friday.
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Schools to remain closed until at least May 31, 2020
All publicly funded schools in Ontario will remain closed until at least May 31, 2020, as part of an effort to keep students, staff and families safe from COVID-19.
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Learning at Home: Setting students up for success
To support families, the Upper Grand District School Board has put together some helpful tips for parents/guardians to set their child up for success.
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Students and staff invited to Skills Ontario virtual Women in Skilled Trades and Technology Conference
Skills Ontario is offering a free virtual Women in Skilled Trades and Technology Conference.
GCVI community supports local organizations
Over this past week, the Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute community donated $3,000 to help support local organizations in our region.
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UGLearnGreen: Earth Day is April 22 – How will you celebrate the Earth?
April 22 is Earth Day, a great day to celebrate our planet. Earth Day is 50 years old this year, which is a great reason to celebrate.
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April 24 PD Day is postponed
In light of the provincial closure of schools and the transition to distance learning, the UGDSB has decided to postpone the April 24 PD Day to a later date.
UGDSB launches parent website for supporting students with special education needs
The Upper Grand District School Board has launched a website for parents/guardians with resources and information to support students with special education needs.
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Schools use daily announcements to connect with students from a distance
In another creative effort to reach students during distance learning, schools have been re-creating daily announcements, a mainstay in schools prior to the provincial school closures.
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