Registration for STWDSTS’s First Rider Program closes on August 19. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9211
UGDSB alum wins gold at Taekwondo World Championships - Congrats Nathan! https://www.guelphtoday.com/local-sports/local-martial-artist-wins-gold-at-taekwondo-world-championships-10999675
Updates from last night's Special Board Meeting can be found here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10432 - including the process that will be used to fill a trustee vacancy, and the election of Trustee Alethia O'Hara-Stephenson as the new Vice-Chair of the Board.
ICYMI: Mark your calendars for upcoming Grade 9 orientation days! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10423
There's still time to register for STWDSTS’s First Rider Program! This is a great way to help young children feel more confident and prepared for the first day of school—whether they’ll be riding the bus or walking. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9211
ICYMI: Wellington Terrace Long Term Care Home and the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) are starting a Living Classroom Programme. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10416
Students heading into Grade 9 this September have the chance to attend a Grade 9 orientation day at their school before the summer is over. If your school is not listed, please check back later for updates or contact your school directly. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10423
Are you interested in a career in health care? We are starting a new Living Classroom program in Wellington County. Learn more about the immersive educational program here! https://lnkd.in/g7FRy_gS
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