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.
Black Heritage Month spotlight: Alfred M. Lafferty
Throughout Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures Month, many schools have been celebrating the lives and accomplishments of Black individuals in Canada and beyond.
COVID-19 School Self-Screening Changes
The Ministry of Education has revised the self-screening requirements for all students in Ontario, effective immediately. Please review the following information for important updates.
Preliminary information about COVID-19 testing in schools
The Ministry of Education has instructed school boards to implement a targeted COVID-19 testing program in schools. The testing will be voluntary and consent will be required. Testing will be for asymptomatic students and staff only. The UGDSB is currently in the process of developing a targeted testing plan.
February School Council Link
Looking forward to seeing everyone at 6:30! https://meet.google.com/irt-vvbv-kzqMinistry of Education postpones March Break, new date April 12-16, 2021
On Feb. 11, 2021, Minister of Education Stephen Lecce announced that the Ministry has postponed March Break in Ontario schools until April 12-16, 2021.
February School Council Agenda – Thurs. Feb. 11 at 6:30pm
Please join us for the February School Council meeting on Thursday the 11th at 6:30 pm. The link for the meeting is here: https://meet.google.com/irt-vvbv-kzq
KG School Council Agenda
Supporting Education through Community, Communication and Innovation
February 11th, 2021
6:30 -6:40 10 Introductions
6:40- ...
UGDSB and PIC to host second parent engagement event
Following the success of the January event, the board and PIC are pleased to announce the March 4, 2021 event. This event will run from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Virtual Parent Event on Resiliency and Wellness!
Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, Award Winning Psychology Instructor, Researcher and Professional Speaker
Expert on Resiliency and Wellness
Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a multi-award-winning psychology and education instructor who specializes in resiliency, navigating stress and change, and personal wellness. Described as transformational, engaging, and ...
