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Thank you!
Thank you so much to everyone who came out to listen to Paul Davis talk to us about Social Media Safety. We had about 80 people in the audience! That was the largest turnout in Center Wellington, according to Paul. Here are some of the messages, for parents, we heard from the presentation:
Parents …
Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Background Report and Public Engagement Plan
On January 30, 2018, trustees approved a Public Engagement Plan as a part of the Board’s process to develop a Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP).
The LTAP is a strategic review of the Board’s facilities, population projections, and enrolment forecasts. At the end of the process, the LTAP will identify accommodation priorities for the Board. Public engagement is an important part of the LTAP process. We want to have conversations with our school communities to promote a shared understanding of local school issues.
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Taking Care – opportunities for students
Please find attached two flyers for upcoming programs:
Conquering Teen Anxiety – Ages 12-14
Conquering Teen Anxiety 2017 2018
Protecting the Girl in Me – Ages 10-12
Information from Public Health
In Ontario, the Immunization of School Pupils Act requires that all students attending school be fully immunized or have a valid exemption on file. Public Health mailed notices to elementary students with incomplete records at the end of November. If you received a notice that your child’s record is incomplete, the deadline to update your …
Busses are cancelled today
All school buses in Divisions 2, 3 & 4 are cancelled today due to icy road conditions. All schools are open except those dependent on transportation.
Legion Public Speaking Contest
Students from grades 1 – 8 are invited to participate in the Elora Legion, Branch 229, 2018 Public Speaking competition on Saturday, February 10th at 12 pm. Entry Forms and Rules & Regulations information is attached, or students can pick up a copy at the office. Deadline for registration is February 8th.
Retirement Celebration
The time has come for us to wish Mrs. Thompson farewell as she enters into her retirement years. Yes, we know she looks way too young to retire, however; Wednesday, January 31st will be her last day as our Office Coordinator.
Mrs. Thompson’s Upper Grand District School Board career started …
Need a winter activity idea?
Winter does not have to be YUCK! If this cold weather makes you want to curl up and hibernate we have something for you. It’s a tradition that is older than hockey and is just as spirited and team oriented. It is called the “Snow Snake Games”. Check it out online. The …
Social Networking Safety Presented by Paul Davis
Many of our children use social media as their main way to interact with their peers. Do we know what apps they use? What do we need to know about social media and our children? Paul Davis will be joining us for an educational presentation about social media.
Find out what you need to know …
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Welcome Back!
Another new year begins – welcome 2018! We hope that everyone has had a chance to relax and enjoy some quality time with family and friends over the Holiday Season. The start of school, after a significant break, always provides a good opportunity to re-establish routines that will promote a positive learning environment for …
A message from our Student Leadership Team:
Five Days Of Holiday Spirit !!
The holiday season is coming soon!! To encourage school spirit, the Leadership Team is introducing the Five Days of Holiday Spirit. Here is what you can look forward to:
Monday, Dec 18 -Holiday hats – Bring your decorated hat to …
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The New Horizons Band & Choir – Coming To EPS
The New Horizons Band, a 50-member concert band from Guelph and related Drama Choir is performing in our school gym! Come and join us for this musical presentation on Friday, December 8th from 1:45 – 2:45.
Talking About Mental Health – December
Taking Care of Ourselves and Our Families – Check out the link below for great ideas.
Help Decorate Our Tree This Week!
Our student leadership team would like to support the Adopt-A-Family Holiday Program. This week only, we will be collecting hats, mittens, scarves and socks to decorate our empty tree in the front hallway with new, warm donations. We need your help. The Center closes and on Dec. 11 so we have one full week …
Getting Ready for High School
Join the staff at CWDHS for an overview of what to expect in Grade 9! Information sessions include Academic/Applied/Essential Pathway Choices, Supports & Skills for Success, Burning Questions about Grade 9, and Elective Course Choices. An open house of the school will follow, where students and their families can see classrooms, school facilities, and …
Feedback Welcome on Draft Board Policies
The Upper Grand District School Board is welcoming public input on draft policies. Currently under review is the following policy:
Policy 317 – Fees for Learning Material and Activities
This policy is important to staff, students, school councils, and parents because every student is entitled to participate in the regular day school program, and to successfully …
Drop In Support – in Centre/North Wellington
See the attached flyer for resources and support that may be helpful to you or someone you know.