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Celebrating Black History Month
Celebrating Black Joy- This February, the Upper Grand District School Board is honouring Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures Month – celebrating Black Joy. People across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black people in Canada and their communities. As a school, we engage in …
Professional Activity Day Description – Jan. 26, 2024
Elementary Staff will spend the full day on Assessment and Evaluation that includes report card preparation/reporting of student achievement and learning skills, to be communicated with parents/guardians.
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CMHAWW offering 2nd part to Understanding Human Trafficking webinar
The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, in partnership with the Upper Grand District School Board and several other community partners, is pleased to announce part two of the Understanding Human Trafficking series.
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Inclement Weather Procedures- Information for Families!
Hello John Galt Families,
Frigid temperatures have arrived, you may questions about the board’s procedures around inclement weather and extreme cold temperatures.
A reminder that there is information about extreme cold on the UGDSB website, which you may find helpful.
https://www.ugdsb.ca/schools/inclement-weather-procedures/
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ILLNESS PREVENTION MEASURES
As we New Year it is a good time for reminders about some of the supports in place to keep students and staff healthy throughout the cold and flu season:
Key Protective Measures
Continue to follow key strategies such as frequent hand washing, respiratory etiquette and making the most …
Happy Holidays & New Year!
Dear John Galt Families,
May the magic of the holidays fill your heart with peace and happiness. Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a very happy New Year!
Your John Galt Team
January Communications Newsletter for Families
January Communications Newsletter for Families
The January Communications Newsletter is out!
In this month’s issue we have information about:
Kindergarten registration for the 2024-25 school year
Course selection for students starting high school next year
Policy feedback opportunities
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December Communications Newsletter
Hello John Galt Families,
Please see below the December Newsletter from the UGDSB.
In this month’s issue we have information about:
Where to get updates on inclement weather
Information for families about students transitioning to high school
Policy feedback opportunities
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Happy Hanukkah!
Hanukkah is the Jewish eight-day, “festival of lights,” celebrated with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and fried foods. The menorah holds nine flames, one of which is the shamash (“attendant”), which is used to light the other …
Kindergarten Registration is fast approaching – Here’s what you need to know
Kindergarten Registration for the 2024-2025 school year opens January 9, 2024. The French Immersion on-time application window for registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open from January 9 to January 26 at 4:00 pm.
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