News & Announcements

Daily School Absence Report

The UGDSB is reporting daily on school absence rates, allowing us to monitor absenteeism rates and transparently share this information with the public. To view the dashboard, click here

Inspiring Engagement with Parents & School Councils – UGDSB PIC invites you to its fall event

Posted September 18, 2023

GUELPH, Ontario – The Upper Grand District School Board’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is inviting UG parents/guardians to join them at the free PIC event on October 25, 2023. Whether you are currently part of a school council or are looking to become more involved in your child’s school, this opportunity ...

Supports for students, staff and members of the Muslim community

Posted September 15, 2023

We stand in solidarity with the Muslim community. We acknowledge the profound impact of the tragic loss of members of the Afzal family in London, Ontario, and the observance of the current legal proceedings can have on the well-being of our staff, students, and the broader UGDSB community. Considering this, we appeal for empathy and support for those impacted. Our dedicated UGDSB Support Services staff are here to support students and can be coordinated through their classroom teachers. For staff, Employee and Family Assistance Programs supports are available.

School Cash Online

Updated September 13, 2023

School Cash Online Flyer 2021 Again this year, we are going to be asking families to join the 97% of Drayton Heights PS families who are currently signed up and using School Cash Online. When you sign up, you will receive emails letting you know about upcoming trips, ...

Back to school 2023-24: School operations and health and safety information

Updated August 30, 2023

The Upper Grand District School Board looks forward to welcoming all students, staff and families this September. Please see below for important school operations and health and safety information. In-Person Learning We are looking forward to welcoming back the majority of our students to in-person learning for the 2023-24 school year.  We have a ...

Reminder for parents/guardians: Student Accident Insurance

Posted August 28, 2023

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.

Elementary Registration Day is just around the corner – Here’s what you need to know

Posted August 24, 2023

Elementary Registration Day is happening August 29, 2023, between 1:00-4:00 p.m., at all Upper Grand District School Board elementary schools. Only new students to the UGDSB are required to register for the 2023-24 school year. If your child attended a UGDSB school last year, you do not need to re-register. Please register at your local school. To determine which school your child is eligible to attend, visit the UGDSB’s School Locator.

Professional Activity Day Description – Sept. 18, 2023

Updated August 28, 2023

Kindergarten to Grade 3 teachers will receive professional learning on early reading instruction, universal design for learning, and screening. to ensure educators are prepared to support their students in a manner consistent with the recommendations in the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Right to Read report for the full school year. Additionally, staff will focus on the implementation of the new Language curriculum in grades 1 – 8 and on embedding high yield strategies in reading across the various subject curriculum areas. In Secondary schools, teachers will continue professional development on the de-streamed grade 9 course and on effective practices for teaching reading across various subject areas. Furthermore, enhancing teacher efficacy in supporting students to consolidate foundation knowledge and skills in Grade 9 destreamed English will be a focus of this professional learning time.

First Rider Program

Updated June 16, 2023

Supply Lists – Kindergarten, Primary (Grades 1-3) and Junior (Grades 4-6)

Updated August 11, 2023

The following lists are meant to help you prepare for your child's return to school this September.  These items will be for personal use only.  Please note these are suggested items and your child's teacher will provide further instructions regarding student supplies in September. KINDERGARTEN -Pencils -Eraser -Crayons -Pencil Crayons -Washable Markers -2-3 Glue Sticks -Dry ...

September 2023 Start Date and Registration Information

Posted June 29, 2023

2023 UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD SCHOOL START DATE ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th PLEASE CONSULT YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL FOR ENTRY TIME. www.ugdsb.ca TO FIND YOUR SCHOOL AND TRANSPORTATION ELIGIBILITY, PLEASE VISIT: www.findmyschool.ca FOR REGISTRATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Tuesday, August 29th – 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. SECONDARY SCHOOLS Please contact the school in mid-August Visit www.ugdsb.ca/schools/admission-registration/ for ...

June 2023 policy updates in the Upper Grand DSB

Posted June 14, 2023

At the June 13, 2023, UGDSB Board meeting, the following policy items were approved. All updates have been made on the board website (www.ugdsb.on.ca/board/policy).

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