UGDSB News
Feedback Welcome on Draft Board Policies
The Upper Grand District School Board is welcoming public input on draft policies.
Currently under review is:
This policy is important to students, staff, school councils, parents, and community members because everyone plays a role in maintaining a healthy and safe learning and …
Important information regarding WHY Survey – a joint survey between UGDSB and WDG Public Health
This year Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health are collecting information on student health and well-being from youth, parents and school staff. The Well-Being and Health Youth Surveys are designed to help us understand how well we are doing creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments in our schools. It also provides important information about the physical and mental health of youth in our area.
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Pedestrians play a role in keeping school crossing guards safe
We all know that motorists play a crucial role in school zone safety, but did you know that pedestrians also play an important role in helping keep school crossing guards safe?
Our municipal partners are asking all school communities to obey the …
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Monthly environmental activities to help celebrate our planet
JANUARY is the time to carry out your Eco Resolutions!
“There will be more waste plastic in the sea than fish by 2050” Dame Ellen MacArthur
It’s a brand new year and the perfect time for positive change. For example, let’s end plastic pollution.
Based on the daily news, it’s never been more critical to increase your environmental …
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Talking About Mental Health January 2019 – Getting Outdoors
Did you know that taking a 20 minute walk can boost your memory and brain power? Getting outside reduces stress, improves sleep and creates feelings of liveliness and energy. Even in the cold weather it is important to find time to get outdoors – even if just for brief amounts of time.
If you want …
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