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TJRC launches the STARS/EPALA reading program 

Posted March 31, 2023

Do you enjoy reading for pleasure? Earlier this year, the Terry James Resource Centre (TJRC) launched the STARS/EPALA (Students Taking Action Reading Solo / Élèves prennent action en lecteur autonome) program. Learn more about this exciting program.

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Local author Amaya James reads ‘Afro, No!’ to Laurelwoods students

Posted March 27, 2023

On March 1, Laurelwoods Elementary School students were left inspired after nine-year-old, local author Amaya James visited to read her book ‘Afro, No!’

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Author Robert Munsch reads work at Westwood PS

Posted January 18, 2023

On Monday, January 16, beloved local author Robert Munsch visited Westwood Public School for a surprise reading of some of his most famous work. 

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UGDSB launching phased plan focusing on student success and learning interventions

Posted March 23, 2022

The Upper Grand District School Board is pleased to announce a new three-part program to support students in elementary and secondary schools. 

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Two students in UGDSB Elementary Remote Program set to publish first book

Posted February 17, 2022

What started as a passion project for two students in the UGDSB’s ERP has quickly turned into an incredible opportunity.

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Young authors publish their own stories at Hyland Heights Elementary School

Posted December 8, 2021

Hyland Heights Elementary School students were inspired to write their own stories and share them with others.

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UGDSB participates in FOLD Kids Book Fest, celebrating underrepresented authors and storytellers

Posted November 1, 2021

The FOLD Kids Book Fest looks to introduce young readers to books by by authors from different cultures and communities.

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Westminster Woods’ Library Advisory shows leadership at school

Posted October 22, 2021

Eighth grade students at Westminster Woods’ Public School are energetic about finding ways for all students to feel included and represented within their school with a new Library Advisory Committee.

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Summer School 2021: Grade 6, 7, 8 Programs

Posted May 13, 2021

The Upper Grand District School Board is offering summer programming to students. Registration is now open for the Grade 6, 7, 8 Literacy and Numeracy Support Programs and the Grade 8 Reach Ahead Credits. 

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Board Meeting Highlights for February 2021

Posted February 24, 2021

The February meeting of the Upper Grand District School Board was held on February 23, 2021. The following provides highlights from the meeting.

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