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CMHAWW offering 2nd part to Understanding Human Trafficking webinar
The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, in partnership with the Upper Grand District School Board and several other community partners, is pleased to announce part two of the Understanding Human Trafficking series.
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Inclement Weather Procedures
Every year, we are asked by parents how we determine if it is too cold for the students to be outside. There isn’t a concrete answer. Decisions depend on the amount of wind, sunlight, length of time outside, if there is weather warning or advisory etc. We also confer with …
Raise-Some-Dough Gino’s Pizza Fundraising Program (Jan. 15 to Feb. 15)
Dear Ecole Guelph Lake Families,
School Council is excited to share details about an upcoming fundraising opportunity, to raise money to go towards school-based experiential learning initiatives at Ecole Guelph Lake.
From January 15th to February 15th, 2024, as part of the “Raise-Some-Dough” Gino’s Pizza fundraiser Program, there is the opportunity to order a “Voyageur Combo” for …
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Illness Prevention Measures
The New Year it is a good time for reminders about some of the supports in place to keep students and staff healthy throughout the cold and flu season:
Key Protective Measures
Continue to follow key strategies such as frequent hand washing, respiratory etiquette and making the most of …
Is Conflict the Same as Bullying?
People may sometimes confuse conflict with bullying, although they are different. Conflict occurs when two or more people have a disagreement, a difference of opinion or different views. Conflict between students does not always mean it is bullying. Children Page 3 of 3 learn at a young age to understand that others can have …
January Issue of UGDSB Together
In this month’s issue we have information about:
- Kindergarten registration for the 2024-25 school year
- Course selection for students starting high school next year
- Policy feedback opportunities
- And more!
Kindergarten Registration is fast approaching – Here’s what you need to know
Kindergarten Registration for the 2024-2025 school year opens January 9, 2024. The French Immersion on-time application window for registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open from January 9 to January 26 at 4:00 pm.
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Parents/guardians invited to complete WHY Survey to help improve well-being of youth
All parents/guardians in the Upper Grand District School Board are invited to complete the 2023 WHY Survey, in partnership with Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health.
The purpose of the Well-being Health and Youth (WHY) Surveys is to collect information from youth, parents, and school staff about youth health and well-being. These surveys will identify issues that could …
It’s that time of year again – everything you need to know about UG Inclement Weather Procedures
GUELPH, ON – It’s that time of year again and we wanted to share a refresh with our school community about Inclement Weather Procedures.
BUS DELAYS/CANCELLATIONS:
In the event of bus cancellations, all schools will remain open for students and staff who can get there safely.
If parents/guardians do not feel it is safe to bring their …
Professional Activity Day Description – Nov. 24, 2023
Date: November 24, 2023
Length: Full Day
Topics:
Elementary Topic: Parent-Guardian / Teacher Interviews
Secondary Topic 1: AM – Curriculum PD and Workshops
Secondary Topic 2: PM – Workplace Violence Prevention Training as per the Collective Agreement
Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): School Administrators and Online Modules
Description:
Elementary Staff will spend the full day communicating with parents/guardians about student progress after the Progress Reports go …
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