School News
Province directs schools to shift to remote learning from January 5-17, 2022
On Monday January 3, 2022, the provincial government announced that all Ontario schools will shift to remote learning from January 5 to at least January 17, 2022. Please read on for important information for families in the UGDSB.
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Resumption of school delayed until Wednesday January 5, 2022
Today, the province of Ontario announced that the resumption of school will be delayed following the winter break. All schools will resume classes on Wednesday January 5, 2022. There will be no classes on Monday January 3 or Tuesday January 4. This direction is for all students including those enrolled in the elementary or secondary remote programs and for those in our special education self-contained classrooms.
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Letter to parents/guardians: Information for the winter break
December 15, 2021
Dear parents and guardians,
Thank you for your ongoing efforts that have made for a successful first four months of school, and for adhering to public health and safety measures that have ensured schools remain a safe place for our students and staff.
We understand that there may be challenges as the winter …
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Occupation Therapy Letter – Information for Families
JDH Final Occupational Therapy Letter For Parents.docx
Dear Parents/Guardians,
During this school year, an occupational therapist (OT) from KidsAbility Children Treatment Center will be working with students and teachers in our school.
OTs are health professionals who focus on function and participation. They work with the school team to support …
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School Case Information Letter: December 10
School Case Information Letter – December 10
Dear parents/guardians and staff,
WDG Public Health has notified us that an individual in our school has tested positive for COVID-19. As a result, Public Health has directed a class to self-isolate, as part of its established infection prevention and …
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Information from the province on student rapid antigen testing over the winter break
On behalf of the Government of Ontario, the Upper Grand District School Board is distributing take-home rapid antigen screening kits to every elementary and secondary student who chooses to participate. Kits will be distributed prior to the winter break.
UGDSB Kindergarten Registration starts in January – here is what families need to know
Kindergarten registration for the Upper Grand District School Board is fast approaching. Registration for new UGDSB Junior Kindergarten (JK) and Senior Kindergarten (SK) students for September 2022 will take place between January 4-21, 2022.
Gratitude: December Wellness Theme
Did you know that JD Hogarth students are sending letters of gratitude and friendship through the school this month? Ask your child about the Hogarth Mailbox!
Wellness Works December 2021: Gratitude
Gratitude is not just “good manners” and it plays a significant role in overall wellbeing. Gratitude can be expressed by a simple “thank …
Kindergarten Registration Information
As we prepare for the upcoming JK Registrations we wanted to share some important information.
Open Date
Closing Date
Registration
(ALL)
Tuesday January 4th , 2022
Ongoing
French Immersion
(ON-TIME)
Tuesday January 4th, 2022
January 21st, 2022 @ 4:00 PM
French Immersion (LATE)
January 21st, 2022 after 4pm
Ongoing (subject to available space after random selection)
Registration …
J.D. Hogarth’s Annual Food Drive
J.D. Hogarth’s Annual Food Drive is currently underway. The Food Drive will run until December 15th. This is an amazing opportunity to make a positive difference in our local community. Help support people in need, and contribute what you can.