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

Grade 6/7/8 Summer School Programming & Grade 8 Reach-Ahead Credits

Posted May 6, 2022

Summer School - Valley High SchoolDear John Galt Parents/Guardians: Upper Grand District School Board is offering Grade 6, 7, and 8 students requiring additional support with the Ontario curriculum, particularly in the areas of Literacy and Numeracy, an opportunity to participate in an 8-day ...

We’re recruiting for crossing guards at Willow/Bonar and Speedvale/Stevenson and Six Spare/Rover

Posted May 5, 2022

Six Spare or Rover adult school crossing guard are needed for the City of Guelph Crossing Guard Program. A regular adult school crossing guard is needed for the crossings at Speedvale Ave at Stevenson Street for the both shifts. A regular adult school crossing guard is needed for the crossings at Willow Road at Bonar Place for the afternoon shift

John Galt Parent/Guardian Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Survey!

Updated May 2, 2022

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion – Multi Year Action Plan - Ottawa Police ServiceDear John Galt Families, It is the UGDSB’s mission to create and encourage school climates that promote healthy and inclusive relationships between staff, students, and stakeholders. We strive to make students and staff ...

Policy feedback opportunity: Policy 312 Website and Social Media Management

Posted April 27, 2022

The following board policy currently under review was released for public consultation: 312 – Website and Social Media Management

Recruiting Crossing Guard for Watson Pkwy at Grange Rd and Hall Ave at Goodwin Dr.

Posted April 22, 2022

A regular adult school crossing guard is needed for the crossings at the roundabout beside Westminster Woods Public School. One regular adult school crossing guard is needed for the crossings at Watson Pkwy at Grange Road morning shift.

Virtual Parent Engagement Presentation- May 4th

Updated May 4, 2022

Dear John Galt Parents/Guardians: You are invited to a Virtual Parent Engagement Presentation taking place on May 4th from 5:45 pm- 8 pm. Equity and Indigenous Education: A parent’s role in supporting is the topic.

Reminders of health and safety guidance during the sixth COVID-19 wave

Posted April 12, 2022

Public Health officials expect the sixth wave of COVID-19 to last for another several weeks, and we are asking for everyone’s help to get us through this latest wave. 

We’re recruiting for a crossing guard at Speedvale Ave at Stevenson St

Posted April 5, 2022

Crossing Guard PicTwo regular adult school crossing guard are needed for the intersection of Speedvale Avnue East at Stevenson Street North. For the morning shift, 8:05 to 8:40 a.m. and the afternoon shift, 2:55 to 3:40 p.m. Monday to Friday (except holidays ...

Ramadan Mubarak to all of those observing

Posted April 4, 2022

April 2nd, subject to new moon sighting, marks the beginning of Ramadan.  Many students, families and staff in the UGDSB and worldwide are observing Ramadan, during this 9th month of the Islamic calendar.   Prayer in Schools and Board Offices Multifaith prayer spaces are available in schools. Schools will indicate the ...

Mental Health Parent Newsletter on Authenticity

Posted April 3, 2022

Authenticity Meaning - YouTubeDear John Galt Parents/Guardians: Please see below our April Newsletter on Authenticity. Parent Newsletter April Authenticity Your John Galt Admin Team
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