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Provide your feedback on UGDSB draft policies
At the October 24th Board meeting, the following policy items were approved. All updates have been made on the board website (www.ugdsb.on.ca/board/policy).
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Statement from the Chair of the Board and Director regarding ongoing violence in the Middle East
We are deeply saddened to learn of the recent deadly attacks and ongoing violence in the Middle East. Our thoughts are with all those impacted and mourning the loss of life during the conflict over the past weekend. We acknowledge this is a particularly devastating time for UGDSB students, staff and families …
Professional Activity Day Description – Oct. 27, 2023
Date:Â October 27, 2023
Length:Â Full Day
Topic 1: AM – Workplace Violence Prevention Training
Entity Hosting:Â Upper Grand DSB
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s):Â School Administrators and Online Modules
Description: Staff will spend the morning completing mandatory Workplace Violence Prevention Training on the board’s Online Learning Platform. This is self-directed learning made of online modules for staff to work through independently.
Topic 2: PM – Progress Reports
Entity Hosting:Â Upper Grand DSB
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s):Â Independent …
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Information about the Student Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy – Strategic Framework 2023-2026
GUELPH, ON – The Upper Grand District School Board has launched the Student Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy – Strategic Framework 2023-2026. This framework looks at the Foundations and Guiding Principles and establishes key Priority Areas. Â
The Principles and Foundations guide the development, implementation, and monitoring of the UGDSB mental health and …
October Newsletter
Principal’s News
It is hard to believe that the month of September has come and gone! It was wonderful to see so many families at our Meet the Teacher Evening! We were also very thankful to have a number of parents come out to our …
Parent Council Elections September 21 2023
You are warmly invited to attend our Parent Council Meeting on Thursday September 21, 2023 at 6:30 PM in the Laurelwoods Learning Commons. This is an important meeting we will be electing our new Parent Council. Included in the following link are election procedures, outllines of available positions as well as self nomination forms, and nomination forms. …
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Inspiring Engagement with Parents & School Councils – UGDSB PIC invites you to its fall event
GUELPH, Ontario – The Upper Grand District School Board’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is inviting UG parents/guardians to join them at the free PIC event on October 25, 2023.
Whether you are currently part of a school council or are looking to become more involved in your child’s school, this opportunity is a great way …
Supports for students, staff and members of the Muslim community
As a united UGDSB community, we are unwavering in our commitment to identifying and dismantling all forms of racism and oppression. Our dedication also extends to specifically addressing Islamophobia.
We stand in solidarity with the Muslim community. We acknowledge the profound impact of the tragic loss of members of the Afzal family in London, Ontario, …
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Back to school 2023-24: School operations and health and safety information
The Upper Grand District School Board looks forward to welcoming all students, staff and families this September. Please see below for important school operations and health and safety information.
In-Person Learning
We are looking forward to welcoming back the majority of our students to in-person learning for the 2023-24 school year. We have a few students who will …
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Reminder for parents/guardians: Student Accident Insurance
Parents and guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on school premises or 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 plans.
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Welcome Back Memo
We look forward to welcoming Laurelwoods students back to school on Tuesday September 5th 2023. The attached memo will help you prepare your child(ren) for the first day!
Welcome Back Newsletter For Families 2023 2024! (1)