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

Happy Lunar New Year!

Updated February 6, 2024

  Lunar New Year  happens this year on Saturday, February 10, 2024. This year ushers in the year of the Dragon! As with many winter solstice celebrations, the symbolic darkness of night is banished by the light of fireworks, lanterns, and candles. Person-made paper lanterns are hung by the hundreds in public ...

Remote Learning Pre-Registration for the 2024-2025 school year

Posted February 1, 2024

During the 2023-2024 school year, the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), in partnership with Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) and Grand Erie District School Board (GEDSB) worked together to provide remote learning for elementary students. While we believe that in-person learning best supports students, we recognize that some families may want their child to learn remotely, due to their unique circumstances.

Celebrating Black History Month

Posted January 31, 2024

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 ...

Professional Activity Day Description – Jan. 26, 2024

Posted January 22, 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.  

CMHAWW offering 2nd part to Understanding Human Trafficking webinar

Posted January 19, 2024

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.

Inclement Weather Procedures- Information for Families!

Posted January 17, 2024

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/ ...

ILLNESS PREVENTION MEASURES

Posted January 9, 2024

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 ...

Happy Holidays & New Year!

Posted December 22, 2023

Happy holidays wishes | Happy Holidays WhatsApp status to share with  friends | Viral News, Times NowDear 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 ...

January Communications Newsletter for Families

Posted December 22, 2023

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 ...

December Communications Newsletter 

Posted December 12, 2023

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 ...
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