News & Announcements
IMPORTANT UPDATES
INCLEMENT WEATHER: A reminder that, as with every winter, inclement weather conditions may result in bus cancellations and/or school closures. Decisions on buses and school operations due to inclement weather are made as soon as key information is available and no later than 6:30am the morning of. To check the status of school buses each morning visit www.stwdsts.ca, and to check the status of school closures visit www.ugdsb.ca.
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.
E.J.’s Week of Giving
Dear Parents/Guardians, It is time for our annual food drive. Last year we made a tremendous difference, and the Guelph Food Bank had to make two trips to our school! With the help of our grade 5 class, we will be continuing with our second annual E.J.’s Week of Giving, for both our ...Inclement weather procedures for UGDSB schools
With winter weather here, now is a great time to review the Upper Grand District School Board’s procedures for Inclement Weather Days. Updated information has been posted on the UGDSB website outlining the different procedures for bus cancellations, school closures due to inclement weather, and more. LINK: UGDSB INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES **A reminder ...Read more about Inclement weather procedures for UGDSB schools »
Upper Grand collaborates with organizations to provide tutoring supports
The Upper Grand District School Board in association with The Grove, TVOLearn, Streams Community Hub, Tutor Bright, and Reading Rocks is providing students at both the elementary and secondary levels with additional tutoring support and resources. These additional support and resources were made possible through funding provided by the Ontario ...Read more about Upper Grand collaborates with organizations to provide tutoring supports »
EJPS Overall EQAO Results for 2021-22
Dear EJPS community, Information about our School and Upper Grand District School Board results can found on the EQAO website. Visit https://www.eqao.com/the-assessments/find-my-school/ and enter our school name to see the achievement results in Grade 3 and 6 Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Below is quick snapshot of our ...Parents/Guardians invited to free webinar: Post-pandemic Mental Health
Parents/guardians are invited to join a free webinar in November on post-pandemic mental health. Join Kevin Cameron as he shares information and strategies relating to post-pandemic mental health for adults and children. A survey by CMHA Ontario showed that nearly half (48 per cent) of Ontarians say their mental health has worsened ...Read more about Parents/Guardians invited to free webinar: Post-pandemic Mental Health »
Download school ventilation reports from the UGDSB website
The Upper Grand District School Board continues to make board and school-based ventilation reports available in the 2022-23 school year. The board report and each school report is available for download on the UGDSB website at www.ugdsb.ca/ventilationreport. To access a specific school report: Download the full report (Microsoft Excel document) ...Read more about Download school ventilation reports from the UGDSB website »
Flash Sale from EJ Family Fall Fair – Mums & Pumpkins!
Here is some quick turnaround fundraising information from the EJ School Council: Pumpkin Fundraiser > Medium Carving Pumpkins provided by TJ's Pumpkins > $7/pumpkin > Pick up date October 16th, 2022 at the school parking lot. TBD Fall Mums Fundraiser > provided ...Read more about Flash Sale from EJ Family Fall Fair – Mums & Pumpkins! »
EJPS Open House/Book Fair & Family Fall Fair Sept 29th
Dear EJPS families, Our Open House/Book Fair & Family Fall Fair will take place this Thursday, September 29th from 5PM to 7PM! Please come and visit your child's classroom and meet their teacher. Peruse down the halls and check out the school vibe and don't forget to visit our Book Fair in ...Read more about EJPS Open House/Book Fair & Family Fall Fair Sept 29th »
Help the UGDSB make positive change – Complete the Student Census today!
Everyone counts. Complete the Student Census today! The “UGDSB Counts Student Census” launches today for all Upper Grand District School Board students in grades Kindergarten-12. Participation in the Student Census will help the UGDSB make systemic changes that will create more equitable outcomes for all students. The census is a confidential, voluntary survey ...Read more about Help the UGDSB make positive change – Complete the Student Census today! »
