UG’s Beyond Borders program recognized at Guelph General Hospital
Congratulations to the Upper Grand’s Beyond Borders program which managed to raise over $30,000 to the Guelph General Hospital (GGH) during the last school year and thousands more for other local and global charities.
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WHSS student wins prestigious hockey association bursary
Congratulations WHSS student, Connor S. who received the Ontario Minor Hockey Association’s (OMHA $5,000 bursary.
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Westminster Woods PS students raise money for Guelph Humane Society
In February, Gillian Whitcombe’s grade 6 class at Westminster Woods Public School were inspired to raise money for a local charity.
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Celebrating Pride Month in the Upper Grand DSB
This week, the Upper Grand District School Board is kicking off Pride Month. As we approach this important time, it’s essential that we come together to ensure our schools are supportive, inclusive spaces for all students. During June and throughout the year, the UGDSB celebrates the joy of identity and recognizes the contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families. Every student, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, deserves to feel seen, valued, and respected.
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UG schools celebrate unity and pride at 3rd annual Pride picnic
As Pride Month approaches, five schools from the Upper Grand District School Board have gotten a head start in its celebrations by hosting its third annual Pride picnic.
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CCVI’s annual cultural event returns for a day of diversity
On Friday, May 17, 2024, the halls of Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute (CCVI) was abuzz with excitement for its third annual Culture Day event.
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Blooming efforts: GCVI students transform Westwood PS gardens
Under the gentle spring sun, students from GCVI’s Green Industries class transformed Westwood Public School’s gardens.
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UG community show up for 20th anniversary of Special Olympics
UG students, staff and community partners – in collaboration with Wellington Catholic District School Board – showed up in mass to the 20th Anniversary of the Special Olympics Track and Field Day held at St. James Catholic High School.
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UG partners with local children’s organization for Trees for Tots program
The 12th annual Trees for Tots program run by the Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington was a huge success.
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John F. Ross hosts global awareness symposium for student action
Everyone has the power to make a difference in the world; which is what students at John F. Ross CVI learned at their school event for empowering youth action for world issues.
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