A dedicated employee from the Upper Grand District School Board has been named the Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year by a national organization. UGDSB’s Mary Ann Schouten was awarded the honour by Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC). Each year, SAC recognizes and celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the association or the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology. Read more here! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10418
The UGDSB is partnering with Wellington Terrace to create a new Living Classroom! Interested in becoming a PSW and working and learning in an immersive environment? Learn more here! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10416
Grad packages for 2025 CCVI grads are available to pick-up this week at the main office of the school between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday-Thursday. https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ccvi/article/10409
ICYMI: Continuing Education office in south Guelph moving to a new location. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10185
Registration is now open for STWDSTS’s First Rider Program. If your child is starting school in September this is a great way to help them feel more confident and prepared for the first day—whether they’ll be riding the bus or walking. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9211
As we get outside and enjoy the summer weather, here's a reminder from Public Health of what to do if you find a tick on you or your pet. https://wdgpublichealth.ca/your-community/ticks-lyme-disease
Two students at Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute helped raise over $50,000 for a Relay for Life campaign this May. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10389
Last night's grad ceremony for the Project SEARCH cohort at the YMCA Three Rivers was incredible. There was so much joy in the room. Congrats to the Project SEARCH grads!
Friendly reminder that all UGDSB schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 1st for Canada Day.
ICYMI: Continuing Education office in south Guelph moving to a new location: One of the UGDSB’s Continuing Education offices will be moving locations this July. The Wellington Centre for Continuing Education, located at 1428 Gordon Street in Guelph, will close on July 3. The office will be moving to its new location at 371 College Avenue W., Guelph. During this transition, those looking to get in touch with Continuing Education staff are encouraged to call 519-836-7280 or email continuing.ed@ugdsb.on.ca. The UGDSB’s Continuing Education Programs provide accessible programming to allow learners to achieve their goals.
Yesterday was a wonderful celebration for the U of G cohort of Project SEARCH graduates. Congratulations!!
Year-end message to students from our Chair and Director heading into summer break. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10299
It's the official last day of the 2024/25 school year for our students! We wish everyone an amazing and safe summer break.
Outgoing Student Trustees Zechariah and Hiba had a wonderful gift for the board at last night's Board Meeting - an Eastern White Cedar and a Larch, both from Green Legacy. Thank you for all you have done this year Zechariah and Hiba!
Recently, French-Ontarian artist LeFLOFRANCO inspired over 400 Core French students through music and culture: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10181
Heat Warning in Effect – What Families Need to Know
https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10101
Saturday, June 21, is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Marking the beginning of summer and the longest day of the year, June 21 holds spiritual and cultural significance for many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities, who see it as a time of renewal, connection, and celebration.
ICYMI: As part of the Human Rights Review currently underway at the UGDSB, a series of parent/community engagement sessions have been scheduled, aimed at hearing directly from parents and guardians about their human rights-related concerns and experiences. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9669
Grade 12 students at John F. Ross CVI held a year-end senior art show on Thursday, June 12 under the theme "Golden Hour". Check out a selection of some of the amazing student work that was on display.
As part of the Human Rights Review currently underway at the UGDSB, a series of parent/community engagement sessions have been scheduled, aimed at hearing directly from parents and guardians about their human rights-related concerns and experiences. For dates and locations, and to learn more about the Human Rights Review, visit https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/human-rights