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Hot & Humid Weather Conditions!
Hot and humid conditions are expected next week. Hot and humid air can bring deteriorating air quality and can result in the Air Quality Health Index approaching the high-risk category. The risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.
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Policy 521 Admission and Registration – Public Consultation and Policy Feedback!
Dear families,
Please see below information around Policy 521 (Admission and Registration).
Public consultation on this new draft policy is now open. Feedback will be received until July 12, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. EST. Policy 521 Admission and Registration
This new policy addresses the registration process for students …
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June Newsletter!
Dear John Galt Families:
The June Communications Newsletter is out!
In this month’s issue we have information about:
National Indigenous History Month
Pride Month in the UGDSB
Every Day …
Celebrating Pride Month in the Upper Grand DSB
Dear Students, Parents/Guardians and UGDSB Community,
This week, the Upper Grand District School Board is kicking off Pride Month. As we approach this important time, it’s essential that we come together to ensure our schools are supportive, inclusive spaces for all students.
During June and throughout …
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Professional Activity Day Description – June 7, 2024
Information for Elementary Parents/Guardians
Date: June 7, 2024
Length: Full Day
Topic AM: Curriculum
Topic PM: Report Card Writing
Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB
Description:
Elementary Staff will spend half the day focused on various math and literacy topics and strategies. The second half of the day will be dedicated to report card writing, as per the employee group collective agreements.
Elementary
Morning (150 mins) – …
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Transportation Newsletter Fall 2024 for the 2024-2025 School Year!
Hello John Galt Families:
STWDSTS, our Transportation Consortium, is asking that schools share this information (attached) with our families. The newsletter has lots of helpful information to plan for students transportation starting in fall 2024. Please take a look if your child/ren will be using school buses for …
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Pride flag to be flown during the month of June
John Galt will be flying the Pride flag during the month of June, with a flag raising ceremony held on June 3.
For more information about our inclusivity policy and support, please see more information here.
UGDSB policy updates for May 2024
At the May 14, 2024, Board Meeting, the following policy items were approved:
Policy 406 – Health and Safety (annual review; no change)
Policy 417 – Violence in the Workplace (annual review; no change)
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Happy Asian Heritage Month!
Asian Heritage Month is an opportunity for us to learn more about the diverse culture and history of Asian communities in Canada, as well as to acknowledge the many achievements and contributions of people of …
May Communications Newsletter
The May Communications Newsletter is out!
In this month’s issue we have information about:
Every Day Counts! Student attendance tips
Mental Health and Education Week
Public Health webinar on cannabis and other drugs
And more!
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