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School Operations, Health and Safety Information
For important school operations and health and safety information, please use the links below:
UGDSB Ventilation Report
The UGDSB is continuing its work optimizing air quality in classrooms and learning environments through improving ventilation and filtration. Upgrades to ventilation and filtration systems began in the 2020-21 school year and will continue for the 2021-22 school year.
The UGDSB has received funding from the Provincial Government and Federal Government to allow the board to continue its work in optimizing ventilation and air quality in UGDSB schools and meet the provincial requirements for ventilation measures in schools. The UGDSB is also making investments in schools to go above and beyond the provincial requirements, as another layer of the protective strategies the board is utilizing to keep UGDSB learning and working spaces safe for students and staff.
Visit UGDSB Ventilation Report page for full details.
What Do Our Classrooms Look Like?
We have been at school for a month already. Thank you for all that you have done to make the transition back to school such a positive experience. One inquiry I have had from a few parents was about what the classrooms looked like. Since we still don't have volunteers ...Get Loud! and “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™”
Dear students and families, Fire Prevention Week runs from October 3-9 and the Rockwood Station Fire Department is urging everyone to GET LOUD! This year’s theme, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!” works to educate everyone about the different sounds that smoke and carbon monoxide alarms make. By law, every home in ...Read more about Get Loud! and “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™” »
Eramosa School Supports the Terry Fox Foundation!
On Friday, September, the Eramosa Community supported the Terry Fox event incredibly. We ran and walked around the yard together on a blustery day. Take a look at the pictures I have attached. Thank you so much! A total of $651.65 was raised. Donations to the Terry Fox Foundation ...Read more about Eramosa School Supports the Terry Fox Foundation! »
Terry Fox Marathon of Hope at Eramosa PS: An Update!
Our Terry Fox Run at Eramosa. starts at 2:15 pm on Friday, September 24. Yellow information slips came home with each student. There are three ways to support this cause: You could donate cash. We will gather the funds and forward them on Monday, September 27. Kent has also made School ...Read more about Terry Fox Marathon of Hope at Eramosa PS: An Update! »
THANK YOU!!
Thank you to all the parents who are diligently following the COVID Screening protocol each day. I realize that it is often difficult to keep your child home, along with siblings and have testing done. Please continue to call in ...In Need of Snack and Yard Supervisors
Hello everyone. We are in need of paid supervisors who help with snack and yard supervision. It is a pretty rewarding position where you ...EPSAC (School Council) Meeting September 21, 2021
Please join us Tuesday, September 21 for our first EPSAC meeting of the year! Tuesday, September 21, 2021 @ 7:30 pm Location - At home remote meeting via Google Meet. Please click on the link: https://meet.google.com/zxo-onvn-qhh?authuser=0 We look forward ...Read more about EPSAC (School Council) Meeting September 21, 2021 »
Terry Fox Marathon of Hope at Eramosa PS!
We will be taking part in a Terry Fox Run at Eramosa. Classes will stay together as we walk around the school yard starting at 2:15 pm on Friday, September 24. There are yellow information slips coming home with each student. Please feel free to donate cash. We will gather ...A Few End-of-Year Items
Hello everyone. I am feeling sadder every day as I realize that this wonderful school year is coming to an end … I have certainly enjoyed my interactions with you, but am also hoping that next year has fewer restrictions. We will need to wait to find that out. I know that ...2021 Long Term Accommodation Plan annual review report approved
The 2021 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report was approved at the Board Meeting of the Upper Grand District School Board on June 22, 2021.
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Policy feedback opportunity: School Volunteers, Educational Field Trips and Off-Site Activities
The following UGDSB draft policies have been released for public consultation: Policy 205 School Volunteers, and Policy 508 Educational Field Trips and Off-Site Activities. The deadline to provide feedback is October 14, 2021, at 4pm.
Please Order Your Eramosa PS Yearbook Today! Please Share Photos, Too!
Ms. McKnight has again coordinated the putting together of treasured memories. This is one you will not want to forget (or maybe you do ...). Take a look at the order form today. The sale price is $22.00. Just visit https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/ and enter the school code 20184. Order by June 30th ...Read more about Please Order Your Eramosa PS Yearbook Today! Please Share Photos, Too! »
Board News: End of the year information (June 2021)
As we approach the end of the school year, we would like to say thank you to all our students, families and staff for their hard work and understanding throughout the year. The purpose of this letter is to provide you with information about the last few weeks of school.
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WDG Public Health to host Parent Information Session on COVID-19 vaccines
On June 14, 2021, at 7pm, Dr. Matthew Tenenbaum, the Associate Medical Officer of Health for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health, will be offering a presentation for youth and their parents/caregivers to learn more about WDGPH’s COVID-19 vaccination program and answer parent questions.
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UGDSB celebrates National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month, a month where we celebrate and recognize histories, contributions and diversity of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples in Canada.
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Supports for staff and students following horrific violence targeting Muslim community
The Upper Grand District School Board would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Muslim community following the horrific violence in London, Ontario, which killed four family members and sent another family member to hospital with serious injuries. Officials are reporting that this is an apparent hate crime and that the victims were targeted because of their Muslim faith.
UGDSB launching online report card system
Due to COVID-19, the Upper Grand District School Board is preparing to make student report cards available online for parents/guardians this spring. Keep reading for important dates coming up.
Province announces that Ontario schools will remain in remote learning this school year
On June 2, 2021, the provincial government announced that Ontario schools will remain in remote learning for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year. This means that all UGDSB students will continue learning remotely for the rest of this school year, with the exception of those students currently attending specialized class placements in person.
Ready for Outdoor Learning!
Here is Ms. Kent loading one of our new rolling bins with bug bungalows, butterfly nets and identification sheets. They were purchased with funds provided by UGDSB to support environmental education. ...We include all awesome humans – UGDSB Kicks off Pride Month celebrations
Throughout the month of June, the Upper Grand District School Board will be celebrating Pride Month at the board and school levels and as a community.
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