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Letter to parents/guardians: Information for the winter break
December 15, 2021
Dear parents and guardians,
Thank you for your ongoing efforts that have made for a successful first four months of school, and for adhering to public health and safety measures that have ensured schools remain a safe place for our students and staff.
We understand that there may be challenges as the winter …
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Information from the province on student rapid antigen testing over the winter break
On behalf of the Government of Ontario, the Upper Grand District School Board is distributing take-home rapid antigen screening kits to every elementary and secondary student who chooses to participate. Kits will be distributed prior to the winter break.
Video Tour of our Free Basket Raffle
Hi Everyone!
Today was the viewing day at school for our free basket raffle. Between now and next Wednesday, December 15th, students will have a chance to put their 10 tickets toward the baskets they would like to win. They can put all their tickets in one basket or spread them out.
For a family tour …
UGDSB Kindergarten Registration starts in January – here is what families need to know
Kindergarten registration for the Upper Grand District School Board is fast approaching. Registration for new UGDSB Junior Kindergarten (JK) and Senior Kindergarten (SK) students for September 2022 will take place between January 4-21, 2022.
Policy Feedback Opportunity: Policy 205 School Volunteers
UGDSB policy currently under review, 205 – School Volunteers, has been further revised and released for public consultation. Please review the proposed changes and provide your feedback by January 14, 2022.
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UGDSB looks ahead to Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week
Schools of the UGDSB will be participating in Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week from November 22 to the 26th. Learn more about bullying and other resources.
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School Council Meeting
Please join us virtually for our school council meeting Tuesday November 9th at 6:30.
Simply copy and paste this link into your web browser and click on screen to enable sound and video.
meet.google.com/nxv-ytia-ejh
Dial this phone number and input pin code to join us via telephone.
Dial-in: (CA) +1 613-778-2328
PIN: …
Policy feedback opportunity: Policy 504 Equity and Inclusive Education
UGDSB Policy 504 Equity and Inclusive Education is currently under review and feedback is welcome on the draft documents until November 25, 2021.
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UGDSB to host Centre Wellington Community Meeting
The Upper Grand District School Board, in partnership with our regional partners, invites Centre Wellington community members to the first in a series of community engagement meetings aimed at violence reduction and suicide prevention. The Centre Wellington community has experienced much loss and tragedy over the past decade, including recent events that have brought the issues of transphobia and homophobia to the forefront.
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Terry Fox Day – A Success!
We survived a little bit of rain and our classes participated in our Terry Fox Walk/Run last Friday. Terry ran in far harsher conditions! Thank you to our students for their efforts in the event. Many of them wore stickers to indicate for whom they were running. Our appreciation goes out to our families …
Notice of Positive COVID-19 Case – no risk of exposure at school
Hello,
Please review the attached letter. Notice To Families Of COVID Case Sept. 23
More September News
Please see the attached note for more news from September. Elora September 2021 Newsletter
School Council Meeting – September 21, 2021 at 6:30 PM
Parents!!
School Council is an excellent opportunity for parents to become involved in school life. It is an opportunity to discuss school programs, support the purchase of resources through fundraising, and be an advisory group for the administration and staff at the school. Anyone can be involved. We will …
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Positive COVID-19 CASE – September 14, 2021
Please review the attached letter regarding another COVID-19 case at Elora PS.
Positive COVID cases at Elora Public School
Hello Elora Families,
Please review the attached letter which is an update about individuals associated with Elora PS who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Excellent systems are in place to manage such situations. We will get through this! As always, please continue be diligent each morning with the COVID self-assessment. Please email the school if you …
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Information about the First Day of School
Hello Elora Families!
Over this weekend, emails will be sent indicating the homeroom and homeroom teacher for students. Below is further information that will be included in the email. We will also be sending brief phone messages informing families of homerooms and homeroom teachers. We are sending phone and email in an attempt to not …
Information for the Start of the School Year
Hello Elora Families!!
Thanks for your patience. I know you have been expecting some information about the start of the school year. It has been very busy so far as we get ready to welcome students back. You will find a link here to some general information about the start of the school year.
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