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.
School Council Dates (Revised)
Sept 7 - All Members Oct 4 - Fundraising and Events Nov 8 - All Members Jan 10 - All Members Feb 7 - Fundraising and Events Apr 3 - All Members May 1 - Fundraising and Events Jun 5 - All MembersSchool Cash Online
Heads up to parents of new students. SchoolCash Online is experiencing difficulties with new student data and you cannot at this time add new students. The board is looking into this matter and we will post an update once this is resolved.September UGDSB Communications Newsletter
In this month's issue we have information about: Important information to start the new school year UGDSB Pathways, a new website to support students transitioning through the grades Tips for creating having a healthy back to ...Return to school and welcome!
Dear J.D. Hogarth Families, We hope this message finds you well and that you've had a restful and enjoyable summer. As we embark on the exciting journey of a new school year, we are thrilled to extend our warmest welcome to all our returning and new families. ...Back to school 2023-24: School operations and health and safety information
The Upper Grand District School Board looks forward to welcoming all students, staff and families this September. Please see below for important school operations and health and safety information. In-Person Learning We are looking forward to welcoming back the majority of our students to in-person learning for the 2023-24 school year. We have a ...Reminder for parents/guardians: Student Accident Insurance
Parents and guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on school premises or during school activities. Accidents can and do happen and the costs involved might not be fully covered by Provincial health care or employer group insurance plans.
Elementary Registration Day is just around the corner – Here’s what you need to know
Elementary Registration Day is happening August 29, 2023, between 1:00-4:00 p.m., at all Upper Grand District School Board elementary schools. Only new students to the UGDSB are required to register for the 2023-24 school year. If your child attended a UGDSB school last year, you do not need to re-register. Please register at your local school. To determine which school your child is eligible to attend, visit the UGDSB’s School Locator.
Professional Activity Day Description – Sept. 18, 2023
Kindergarten to Grade 3 teachers will receive professional learning on early reading instruction, universal design for learning, and screening. to ensure educators are prepared to support their students in a manner consistent with the recommendations in the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Right to Read report for the full school year. Additionally, staff will focus on the implementation of the new Language curriculum in grades 1 – 8 and on embedding high yield strategies in reading across the various subject curriculum areas. In Secondary schools, teachers will continue professional development on the de-streamed grade 9 course and on effective practices for teaching reading across various subject areas. Furthermore, enhancing teacher efficacy in supporting students to consolidate foundation knowledge and skills in Grade 9 destreamed English will be a focus of this professional learning time.
