News & Announcements
OSSTF update: Dec. 11 strikes in some Ontario school boards (not UGDSB)
The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) has announced that on Wednesday Dec. 11, OSSTF teachers and education workers in some school boards will take part in a one-day, full withdrawal of services in selected locations across Ontario: http://www.osstf.on.ca/news/mr-dec-06-2019.aspx
The Upper Grand District School Board is not listed as one of the school boards that will be included in the Dec. 11 OSSTF job action.
Please continue to check www.ugdsb.ca/labour for updates.
Grade 7/8 Guidance Counsellor
Introducing Your Grade 7/8 Guidance Counsellor My name is Christine Drumm and I am assigned to your child’s school as a Grade 7/8 Guidance Counsellor. I currently work alongside Grade 7 and 8 Teaches, as well as high school staff in the Guelph region to explore pathways and provide ...Adult Crossing Guard Times
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What’s happening….
Here are a few updates as to what is happening in and around John Galt this week: Wednesday - Rowan's Law Day - students are encouraged to wear purple in support and recognition of Rowan's Law and education around concussions Wednesday - Intermediate Touch Football tournament - good luck Jaguars! Thursday - Terry ...St. George’s Neighbourhood Group
Did you know that the St. George’s Park Neighbourhood Group coordinates 15 hours of weekly youth programming? 9 hours of after-school programs across 3 schools and one Saturday with 6 hours of options. Plus fall Ball hockey drop in on Wednesdays at 6:30. Healthy, connected, active kids making friends and trying ...POPCORN
POPCORN will be for sale starting tomorrow (and every Friday) for $1.00 a bag at second nutrition break.Homework Club
Once again John Galt Public School is partnering with Frontier College to offer Homework Club for students in grades 2-5. The program will run on Tuesdays from 3:00pm-4:15pm. Fall semester will run from Tues. Oct. 1-Nov. 26 2019 (no program Oct. 15 due to University of Guelph Reading Day). Winter semester ...JG rocks!
We are wrapping up our second week of school and lots of great things are happening!! Intermediate boys and girls touch football try-outs are in full swing with the tournament happening at the College Heights/Centennial Secondary School on September 25th. Thanks to Mr. Brown for his efforts in coaching these two ...Crosswalks around John Galt
A few reminders: if you are parking on the side streets and walking into the school or waiting for your child/children, please remember you need to be a safe distance from the crosswalk so that our patrol is able to help the children cross safely please stay off neighbours property ...News from School Council
School Council will be hosting a Back to School Coffee and Tea Social this Thursday and Friday mornings at 8:30am and 11am under the gazebo (weather permitting). Coffee, tea and assorted pastries will be provided. Come out and chat with members of your community.Hope to see you there!
Updated Policy
VTRA And Suicide Letter 2019 FINAL Please click on the above link for information on the Violent Threat Risk Assessment and Suicide Prevention Protocol.Welcome Back
September 3rd is around the corner and the staff at John Galt have been busy getting the classrooms and school ready for your return!
We look forward to seeing all of our ...
Student Accident Insurance
Reminder for parents/guardians: Accidents happen – be prepared with Student Accident Insurance Parents/guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on and off school premises 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 ...See you in September….
Everyone at John Galt P.S. hopes that our Jaguar school community is having a fantastic summer and we look forward to seeing you on September 3rd!
However, if your child/children...or their parent/guardians have first day jitters ...
