News & Announcements
What you need to know to register your child for school
The 2019-2020 school year begins on September 3, which means it is almost time to register your child if you are new to the Upper Grand District School Board.
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Flying the Flag Proudly for the month Of June!
During the entire month of June we will be proudly flying the rainbow flag at the front of our school as a symbol of our commitment to creating and upholding an inclusive, safe space for all students, families and community members. We believeRead more about Flying the Flag Proudly for the month Of June! »
International Languages Summer Program
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School July 8th to 26th, 2019 • Monday to Friday • 9:30 am to 12:00 noon This summer, elementary students (currently in Junior Kindergarten to grade 7) have the opportunity for academic instruction in languages other than English and French. Students may learn and/or maintain a languageRegistration for the Walking School Bus Pilot at Ken Danby PS start May 27th!
Registration for the Walking School Bus Pilot at Ken Danby PS start May 27th! If you live in the walk zone, register your child today to participate in a FREE chaperoned walk to school for September 2019 – June 2020. Register here: http://forms.logiforms.com/formdata/user_forms/77015_9941229/364817/page1.html?cachebust=2120DATE CHANGE: Special Olympics Track & Field Meet moved to Wednesday May 15
Due to rain in the forecast, the Special Olympics Track & Field Meet has been postponed to Wednesday May 15, 2019.
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Talking about Mental Health
May 6-10 is Child and Youth Mental Health and Well-being Week! Check out the link for more information: MH Newsletter May 2019
DO YOU WANT TO GET PAID TO WALK YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL? DO YOU ENJOY WORKING WITH CHILDREN?
WALKING SCHOOL BUS (WSB) LEADER Part-time Employment 5-10 hours per week Morning or Afternoon Route or both $16.00 per hour We would like to invite anyone interested to apply to be a Walking School Bus Leader. A WSB is a way for students to get to and from school as a group withARTS NIGHT THIS THURSDAY APRIL 18 FROM 6:15 TO 8:15
Hello Families! Our Second Annual Arts Night is being held at Ken Danby Public School on Thursday, April 18th from 6:15pm – 8:15pm. Our evening is comprised of arts activities and student performances in the gymnasium. As advertised, attendance is optional. Primary students will be performing in the gymnasium at 6:30. PleaseRead more about ARTS NIGHT THIS THURSDAY APRIL 18 FROM 6:15 TO 8:15 »
Wednesday April 10th International Pink Day. Diamondbacks don’t forget to wear Pink tomorrow.
What is the Day of Pink? April 10, 2019 marks the International Day of Pink. It is a day where communities across the country, and across the world, can unite in celebrating diversity and raising awareness to stop homophobia, transphobia, transmisogyny, and all forms of bullying. The International Day of Pink was started
Staff Presentation of the 2019 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report
The 2019 Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Annual Review Report was presented at the Business Operations Committee meeting on March 19, 2019. This purpose of this report is to review updated data and any other changes affecting accommodation. It is necessary for staff to monitor the relevance of the Board’s work
Students, staff and parents – please take our voluntary Diversity Data Survey
From March 22 to April 18, 2019, the Upper Grand District School Board is conducting a system-wide survey, to help the board understand the demographic makeup, diversity and ongoing needs of our student population.
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Parent Resource: Social Media Apps Info Sheet
Check it out here: Social Media Apps Info SheetA Walking School Bus is coming to Ken Danby Public School!
Ken Danby Public School, along with Holy Trinity Catholic School, has been selected to participate in the Walking School Bus Pilot Project! A WSB is a way for students to get to and from school as a group with an adult supervisor who is screened, trained and managed by
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