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.
A Monday Morning Message from Mr. McQueen
Hello. Please see the attached video. I am not a great editor yet, so I had to put 2 videos together. One will play right after the other. Take care! Mr. McQueen Monday Morning MessageWho’s Wearing Which Socks??
Hi Everyone! Check out this video put together by our CYC Danielle. Thanks Danielle! So fun! SOCKS!Schools to remain closed until at least May 31, 2020
All publicly funded schools in Ontario will remain closed until at least May 31, 2020, as part of an effort to keep students, staff and families safe from COVID-19.
Learning at Home: Setting students up for success
To support families, the Upper Grand District School Board has put together some helpful tips for parents/guardians to set their child up for success.
Update from the Learning Commons
Hi Folks! A message today from Mrs. Siegwart.... 50 Humanitarian groups have come together to create and publish the children's book, My Hero Is You to help children to understand and cope with the current global health pandemic. If you are interested in ...April 24 PD Day is postponed
In light of the provincial closure of schools and the transition to distance learning, the UGDSB has decided to postpone the April 24 PD Day to a later date.
UGDSB launches parent website for supporting students with special education needs
The Upper Grand District School Board has launched a website for parents/guardians with resources and information to support students with special education needs.
Board Approves 2020 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report
The 2020 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report was approved at the Special Board Meeting of the Upper Grand District School Board on April 14, 2020. This purpose of this report is to review updated data and any other changes affecting accommodation. It is necessary for staff to monitor ...Update from the Learning Commons
A message from Mrs. Siegwart about the Learning Commons: We know many library books are safe at home with our students. Please enjoy the books during this time. When you are done with a book, a friendly reminder to put it in a safe place ...Update on Out of Area applications
Due to the on-going school closures, we are asking that parents submit any outstanding Out of Area requests prior to the end of April.
Local Supports
This is a difficult time for many. We have a number of supports available in our community. Please click on the supports link below Local SupportsRefunds on SchoolCashOnline
Hello Families, Refunds for the grade 8 Ottawa Trip and for pitas for payments made on schoolcashonline are being processed. Confirmation emails should have been sent about these refunds. The refunds may take 5-7 days to come through. Please email us at the school address if you have any concerns or ...Distance learning tech support for parents and students
To assist our families with tech support related to distance learning, the Upper Grand District School Board has a Tech Help webpage for parents and students.
Letter to elementary students and parents: Learning at Home (April 6, 2020)
Please read the attached letter for further information regarding Learning at Home, including important information about resources for students with special education needs, access to technology and printed materials and more.
Google Classroom
Please check out your child's Google Classroom this week. Teachers have been working hard to get things started, and are excited to begin this new journey of learning, as we move forward. Feel free to use the following tip sheets: Signing in to Chrome HERE Adding and Removing ...Letter to parents: UGDSB Learning at Home (April 3, 2020)
A letter from the Director of Education regarding the board’s distance learning program is posted on the board website.
Special Education, Equity and Learning at Home
Preliminary information from the board on student access to devices and technology, SEA equipment, hands-on based learning ideas, and more.
