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ETFO Jan. 28 strike: All UGDSB elementary schools closed - UGDSB secondary schools remain open
On Tuesday Jan. 28, all UGDSB ELEMENTARY schools are closed to students due to the one-day ETFO strike. Elementary schools will re-open to students on Jan. 29. All UGDSB SECONDARY schools remain open to students on Jan. 28 and will operate as usual. Exams will continue as scheduled.
ELEMENTARY TRANSPORTATION: On Jan. 28, buses/student transportation for all UGDSB elementary students is cancelled.
SECONDARY TRANSPORTATION: Divisions 1-4 = ALL OK
COMMUNITY USE OF SCHOOLS AND CHILD CARE: Community Use of Schools and third-party operated child care centres remain open during this labour action. Some Before and/or After School Programs may be operating and each operator will communicate directly with families.
FEB 3-7 STRIKES: UGDSB elementary schools will be closed to students on Feb. 4 and Feb. 6, unless the ETFO strikes are averted. For additional details visit: http://ow.ly/iXz450y69uN
UPDATES: Please continue to check the board website for updates at www.ugdsb.ca/labour.
Information for parents/guardians about coronavirus
Information for UGDSB parents and guardians regarding coronavirus.
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A Day in the Life of FAH…
I thought families may be interested to see what's happening at school these days. I took a few photos today on the spur of the moment and popped them into a presentation. Click here to have a look!Grade 3 Construction!
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. 3 students at École Fred A Hamilton are working with Mme Brodie and M. Adams on ...Fred A Hamilton School Council – Meeting Minutes
January 16, 2020 Attendees: Jane Bibby, Laura Kelly, Caroline Folkmann, Tanya Sexton, Jill Mills, Steph deWaard, Liz Martineau, Kevin Lynch, Rachel Oding, Mike Poulin, Anja Muecher, Guthrie Woodford Welcome: Caroline welcomed participants to the meeting. Approval of minutes: Minutes of the November meeting ...Read more about Fred A Hamilton School Council – Meeting Minutes »
Important letter regarding Term 1 Report Cards
Please read for important information about the impact current provincial job action will have on elementary Term 1 report cards.
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From Public Health – Vaccines Work!
DYK? Deadly diseases that seem to be gone can and will make a comeback as immunization rates decrease, as we have seen with the recent increase in cases of Measles in Canada. Vaccines Work! http://www.youtube.com/immunizecanadaImportant information about the Transportation website during strikes
Please read for important information about student transportation (busing) communication during a strike that results in the closure of schools to students.
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DPA Walk!
Several classes went out together to enjoy a DPA walk in the sunshine today!From Our Mental Health Lead…
Talking About Mental Health – February 2020 Tests and Stress
Taking tests is stressful for most students. However, there are lots of ways that your child and youth (and you!) can decrease the stress related to tests.
Anticipate stress and be ready for ...Student Medication at School
Sometimes, children need to take medication while at school. To provide safe storage of medication and to monitor the dosage being given to a student, we have a policy in place.
A safe storage location is available in the office ...Safe Arrival
Thank you, parents, for phoning and sending in notes letting us know if your child will be away from school or late. Every day, we ensure we know that all of our students are safe either here at ...Head Lice Facts
Head lice are always around, but during the winter when kids share hats and people are inside more, they have more ways to spread. Here is some information you may find helpful.
What are head lice?
Head ...Chinese New Year Lunch!
We hope you'll celebrate the lunar New Year with us! Students can order a delicious Chinese food lunch to be delivered on Thursday, January 23rd. See all the details by reading below or clicking the PDF link. ...January School Council Agenda
Hope to see you on Thursday at 6:30 pm in the Library for this month's School Council meeting! Here's the agenda!
