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.
Reminder to parents: Please screen children every day before coming to school
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health and the school board would like to remind all parents/guardians that they are to screen their children every day for COVID-19 symptoms, prior to coming to school.
Another Great First Day!!!
Dear Community, Our second "first" day went just as smoothly as yesterday! The kids are clearly enjoying being back at school and have adapted to new routines, like wearing masks, hand cleaning, and social distancing very well! It really is wonderful to be back. Have a wonderful weekend! Mr. Creighton ...Welcome Back-A Great First Day!!!
Dear Community Members, Just a quick note to let you know we had a wonderful first day back at James McQueen! We are sooooooo impressed with how well our students have done with wearing their masks, respecting social distancing, and washing their hands. You have done a great job preparing them! Please feel ...Letter to parents from Public Health – back to school
A letter to parents/guardians from Dr. Nicola Mercer, Medical Officer of Health and CEO of Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health.
First Day (September 10/11) Drop off and Pick up Procedures
Dear Families, Please click on the link at the end of this letter for instructions and a map for first day pick up and drop off procedures. ***Special Note for Kindergarten Bus Students- One of your teachers will greet you in the front hall when you arrive at school on the first ...James McQueen Return To School Guidelines
Dear Community Members, Here are the guidelines for our return to school. More information will follow very shortly about procedures for our first day back. Everyone will be called by their classroom teacher on September 8th, and first day procedures will also be review then. We look forward to seeing you soon! ...IMPORTANT: New schedule for staggered entry
In order to ensure the safety of students and to provide additional time for staffing schools, the Upper Grand District School Board’s schedule for staggered entry has changed.
Changing Pre-Registration Decision – Deadline Sunday Aug. 23 at 4pm
In light of recent updates with respect to reopening models and masks, parents/students in both elementary and secondary schools are being given the opportunity to change their original pre-registration decision regarding in-person or remote learning.
IMPORTANT: Reopening models for UGDSB schools posted online
The school board has posted information about the reopening models for UGDSB elementary and secondary schools. The overviews contain important information including model structure for conventional and remote learning, sample schedules, remote learning expectations and more.
Introducing back to school parent/guardian webinars
Parents/guardians, join our mental health clinicians as they discuss different issues and strategies to support your child’s return to school success.
Letter from the Director on reopening schools (August 10, 2020)
A letter from the UGDSB Director of Education, Martha Rogers, on the reopening of schools in September.
Reopening Schools: Parent Guide and Pre-Registration survey released
The school board has released a Parent Guide with information about the reopening of schools in September, and a Pre-Registration Survey for all UGDSB families. All students must pre-register for school by the August 14, 2020, deadline.
Letter from the Minister of Education (July 30, 2020)
The Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce, has written a letter to all Ontario parents/guardians regarding the province’s announcement on the reopening of schools in September.
UGDSB seeking applicants for Police Presence in Schools Task Force
During the June 23 Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees created a motion to create a Police Presence in Schools Task Force. As part of this task force, the UGDSB is seeking applications from community members and/or individuals.
IMPORTANT: Parents and students asked to complete survey by July 10
The Upper Grand District School Board is asking all parents/guardians (K-12) and students in grades 7-12 to complete a survey regarding the fall restart of school.
Letter from the Director to parents/guardians and students (June 26, 2020)
A letter to UGDSB parents/guardians and students as the 2019-2020 school year comes to a close.
Year End Video- Have a Wonderful Summer!!!
Dear Families, Here is our year end video to all of you...make sure you have your speakers turned on!(click here) We would like to wish all of you a happy and healthy summer! Enjoy being outside and spending time, socially distanced, with family and friends. We are excited to see you ...Feedback welcome on draft board Policy 303 – Naming of Schools and Board Facilities
The Upper Grand District School Board is welcoming public input on draft Policy 303 – Naming of Schools and Board Facilities.
UGDSB Gifted screening in fall 2020 postponed
Please note that CCAT screening for grade 3 students in the fall of 2020 will be postponed until 2021.
Talking About Mental Health: Uncertainty, self care and community
In the June 2020 edition of Talking About Mental Health, we discuss tolerating uncertainty, supporting anxious kids, self care and compassion, and community connections.