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What you need to know to register your child for school
The 2019-2020 school year begins on September 3, which means it is almost time to register your child if you are new to the Upper Grand District School Board.
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Board Decision on IB Survey Results and Feasibility Study in Orangeville/Dufferin and Erin
Please read the letter from Jennifer Passy, Manager of Planning, on the Board decision on IB Programme in Orangeville/Dufferin or Erin.
2019 – 2020 Staff – tentative
Grand Valley & District Public School Staff would like to take a moment to welcome Ms. Robson, Mrs. Condon, Ms. Dietrich and Ms. O’Shea to our team for September. Please check out our Staff tab above, to see the current plan for the 2019 – 2020 school year. Keep in mind, that these assignments …
Class Placements for September 2019
Staff have been working hard on creating and have completed class placements for September 2019.
We have worked diligently this year to create balanced classes where the needs of the students are our top priority. As with every year, class placements are tentative. In September, our school organization will be reviewed based on the actual …
Staff Presentation of Orangeville/Dufferin Erin IB Survey Results and Feasibility Study Report
Thank you to all who filled in the survey to express interest in an International Baccalaureate programme (IB) in Orangeville/Dufferin or Erin.
The survey results and other feasibility criteria such as enrolment levels, participation rates and financial implications of offering the IB programme have been considered in the report “Orangeville/Dufferin and Erin International Baccalaureate …
Last School Council Meeting of the Year
School Council Meeting Minutes April 30th 2019
Our next meeting will be held in the staff room on Tuesday, June 11 @ 6:30. Please join us for the last meeting of this school year.
Congratulations to Mrs. Reiner
Congratulations to our Principal, Mrs. Reiner. At the Board meeting last night, it was announced that she will be transferring to the role of Principal at Drayton Heights Public School at the end of this school year. Although she will be missed by students and staff, we will continue on our path, with Mrs. …
Clothing Drive Fundraiser – Start collecting now!
Rain in the forecast means lots of time for spring cleaning! Again this year, our school will be participating in a Clothing Drive Fundraiser. By supporting this fundraiser, you will help us make more technology (i.e. Chromebooks, i-pads, etc.) available to more of our students on a daily basis!
Bagged items can be dropped off …
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Moving over the summer?
If you, or if you know of a family, moving over the summer, please let the office know. This will help us as we prepare for September!
DATE CHANGE: Special Olympics Track & Field Meet moved to Wednesday May 15
Due to rain in the forecast, the Special Olympics Track & Field Meet has been postponed to Wednesday May 15, 2019.
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Thank you for your donations
Thank you so much for participating in our Live Free Day! In April, students raised money for our snack and breakfast programs. For a day, students were encouraged to wear a hat, chew gum or both! The donations quickly grew and with on-line donations, we raised a total of $500.00. Great Job Gators!!
Back by Popular Demand – Bag Of Books For A Buck!
This Thursday, we will have our second “Bag of Books for a Buck” event. Bring a bag. Bring a loonie.
Coming Soon – Renovations at Grand Valley & District PS
Grand Valley & District Public School will be undergoing some renovations between now and the end of August. Starting this month, specific areas of our yard and school may be fenced off as the renovation process begins. The safety of our students is our number one concern. If you have any questions, …
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Pizza Kit Pick Up
Thank you School Council and to everyone who participated in our Little Cesar’s’ Pizza Kit Fundraiser. ALL orders need to be picked up on Wednesday, April 17th between 5 – 7 pm. If you can not make it that night, please arrange for your order to be picked up, as the school does not …
IB Survey Response Deadline – April 12th
If you have not yet responded to the International Baccalaureate survey, the deadline is this Friday, April 12th. The survey is being conducted by the UGDSB to confirm interest in and the feasibility of establishing an IB Programme in Orangeville/Dufferin or Erin. www.ugdsb.ca/IBsurvey