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Creating a Culture of Privacy – for all of our families
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF EVERYONE TO PROTECT STUDENTS’ PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
All parents, guardian, and visitors to the school are reminded that the privacy of all our students must be maintained at all times. We are ultimately responsible for the safety and security of our students and the security …
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Spirit Day on Friday – Crazy Hair Day
On Friday, students and staff are encouraged to bring a non perishable food item and wear their craziest hair! Our Me2We group is asking that we all bring a food item that fits the theme “school snack”. Let’s see how many “school snacks” our North Stars can bring!!
North Stars Shine Bright!
The soccer season is officially over for our UGDSB North Wellington students. This year our students represented us well by bringing home the Gold in the Junior Division and both of the Intermediate teams! Thank you to our players for playing so well, our coaches for volunteering to setting game/practice times and to our …
Job action and labour updates: Information for parents/guardians
Parents/guardians are encouraged to visit www.ugdsb.ca/labour for on-going updates from the school board regarding provincial job action.
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Intermediate Soccer – New Date
Due to the weather forecast, the intermediate soccer tournament scheduled for tomorrow is cancelled. The tournament will be held on Tuesday, October 8th.
Terry Fox Run – A big success!
What a great day! We started our day off with a Terry Fox kick off assembly in the gym. The weather co-operated and all classes were able to show their support by participating in a walk, jog or run! Thank you to all families who supported our Terry Fox Run by sending in their …
Smile…. Photo Day is on October 7
This year, all students will get their photo taken by Life Touch photographers on October 7th. Images of your child will be sent home for you to preview. You can then decide which package you’d like to purchase.
Hot Lunch Orders
Again this year, students can order hot lunches made by our School Council volunteers. All orders are due no later than October 2nd. All payments for these orders must be made using School Cash Online. If you need assistance, please check out the attached flyer.
Thank you for your support.
BBQ and Book Fair – Thank You
A big thank you to everyone who was able to attend out Open House/ BBQ! What a successful night. I really appreciated the opportunity to meet so many families. I’d also like to recognize the volunteer hours that many people put into organizing this event. It is always great to see so many students …
Book Fair
The Scholastic Book Fair is here! Classes will have an opportunity to look at the books this week. Students wishing to purchase books can bring their money to school or purchase items at the BBQ on Thursday night!
Tired of Making Lunches Already?
Pizza and milk orders will be available through School Cash Online this week! School Council’s hot lunch options will also be coming home, later this month.
If you would like to volunteer to help with the School Council hot lunch program, please contact Kim Detweiler kimberleydetweiler@hotmail.com
School Cash On-line
Again this year, we are going to be asking families to join the 85% 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, sporting events, fundraising opportunities and lunch orders. …
Welcome Back and First Day Routine
As we are all enjoying this long weekend, I know many students (and parents) are feeling excited to start with some back to school routines! Watch for our September Information Newsletter in your child’s backpack. All other news and calendar events will be posted on our website.
On the Tuesday morning:
All staff will meet …
What you need to know to register your child for school
The 2019-2020 school year begins on September 3, which means it is almost time to register your child if you are new to the Upper Grand District School Board.
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DATE CHANGE: Special Olympics Track & Field Meet moved to Wednesday May 15
Due to rain in the forecast, the Special Olympics Track & Field Meet has been postponed to Wednesday May 15, 2019.
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Staff Presentation of the 2019 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report
The 2019 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report was presented at the Business Operations Committee meeting on March 19, 2019.
This purpose of this report is to review updated data and any other changes affecting accommodation. It is necessary for staff to monitor the relevance of the Board’s work plan priorities. The LTAP …
Students, staff and parents – please take our voluntary Diversity Data Survey
From March 22 to April 18, 2019, the Upper Grand District School Board is conducting a system-wide survey, to help the board understand the demographic makeup, diversity and ongoing needs of our student population.
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