News & Announcements
Complete the Student Census by October 9
Students/families in Kindergarten to Grade 12 are encouraged to complete the UGDSB Counts Student Census survey by October 9, 2022. The link to complete the census can be found at the bottom of the email sent to parents/guardians (Kindergarten – Grade 8) and students (Grades 9-12+). It is a rectangular blue button that says “Begin Survey.” If you need assistance, please email [email protected]
Learn more about the importance of this census data, how the board is protecting privacy and examples of ways that the board will using the data to direct its resources and supports at www.ugdsb.ca/census.
Terry Fox Flag – Oct. 3-7th
CWDHS will be flying the Terry Fox Flag from Oct. 3-7, 2022 in support of Cancer survivors, Cancer research and to celebrate the legacy of Canadian hero Terry Fox.
CWDHS will support the Terry Fox campaign to raise money for Cancer Research on Tuesday, October 4th! Grades 10 & 11 participate from 10:25 to 11:00 and Grades 9 …
Flag Display Notifications
From September 26th to October 3rd CWDHS will proudly display the Hiawatha Wampum Belt – the flag of Six Nations of the Grand River, as well as the Metis flag. CWDHS is located on the traditional territory of Six Nations of the Grand River so we fly their flag. We are flying this flag in recognition of the traditional land on which we live, learn and study, and in a spirit …
Help the UGDSB make positive change – Complete the Student Census today!
Everyone counts. Complete the Student Census today!
The “UGDSB Counts Student Census” launches today for all Upper Grand District School Board students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Participation in the Student Census will help the UGDSB make systemic changes that will create more equitable outcomes for all students.
The census is a confidential, voluntary survey for all students (K-12) in the Upper Grand District School Board. The goal of the census is to better …
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Wellness Works: Welcome Back!
The Upper Grand District School Board is continuing with the Wellness Works monthly themes across all grades in the 2022-2023 school year. For September we are once again bringing our collective focus to the theme of: WELCOME, CONNECTION and BELONGING.
New School and Child Care Screening Tool is available online
The Ministry of Health and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health have provided a new “School and Child Care” screening tool. It is recommended that students/children and visitors continue to self-screen for illness every day before attending school or child care using this updated Screening Tool.
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Timetable Changes
Student Timetables Update
We continue to work on finalizing the master schedule of classes and teachers for the start of the new school year. Some students have been able to view a version of their timetable digitally through a known glitch that the Board’s IT department continues to work to address. This was unintended. Please note that these timetables are subject to change.
All students will receive …
Back to School! Information for students and families
It’s back to school season! We are excited to welcome and welcome back all students and families to the Upper Grand. To help make the transition back to school smoother for our students and families, we are sharing a website with information about back to school.
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Reminder for parents/guardians: Student Accident Insurance
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Parents and guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on school premises or during school activities. Accidents can and do happen and the costs involved might not be fully covered by Provincial health care or employer group insurance plans.
The Upper Grand District School board is empowered under The Education Act to offer Accident and Life Insurance …
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Register your child for school on August 30
On August 30, 2022 from 1 PM to 4 PM, registration will open online for parents and guardians to register their child to their home elementary school.
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