Always a wonderful day cheering on our athletes at the Guelph Special Olympics!
Congratulations to Ava N. from CWDHS, who emerged victorious in the final round of Battle of the Brushes! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15762

Attention UG classrooms, groups and clubs - We want to hear from you!
We still have some room in our Instagram showcase series. If you want to highlight your classroom or school club, send us a DM.
Don't forget to check out the showcases that we have already published this year!
We still have some room in our Instagram showcase series. If you want to highlight your classroom or school club, send us a DM.
Don't forget to check out the showcases that we have already published this year!


We end the week by celebrating our learning, our well-being, and our community. #MHUG
What did you learn about yourself this Mental Health and Education Week?
What did you learn about yourself this Mental Health and Education Week?

GCVI student makes shortlist for Youth Short Story award. Congratulations, Nandini! Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15735

UGDSB secondary students excel at Skills Ontario competition. Congratulations to all UGDSB students who competed in the Skills Ontario Competition and congratulations to those who took home medals. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15733




Kindness Matters: UGDSB students hear messages of hope and kindness at 2026 Empowerment Series. Learn more on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15729
Grade 7 Aberfoyle student Wesley G. has been selected to present his science fair project at the 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair! Congrats Wesley! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15728

A student-led business is branching out from its school community and bringing handmade trinkets and treats to downtown Mount Forest. Check out the story here! https://www.guelphtoday.com/wellington-county/student-business-selling-trinkets-and-treats-in-downtown-mount-forest-12222748

We are almost done Mental Health and Education Week! Today we are exploring strengthening connections. Being kind and inclusive helps everyone feel like they matter and belong at school. #MHUG

Today we are exploring confidence. Feeling supported helps us take risks, make mistakes, and grow as learners. #MHUG

Today hundreds of students from Dufferin County celebrated the LAST day of the 2026 Empowerment Series. Sharing messages of body positivity, kindness, and how everyone can make a difference, were singer and speaker Stacey Kay, and motivational speaker Michel Chikwanine.
What a great way to end the 2026 Empowerment Series!
Thank you to our sponsors for making the 2026 Empowerment Series possible: Impact Sponsor Skyline, Legacy Partners Optimist Clubs of the UGDSB Area, the Upper Grand District School Board and the Specialist High Skills Major program.
What a great way to end the 2026 Empowerment Series!
Thank you to our sponsors for making the 2026 Empowerment Series possible: Impact Sponsor Skyline, Legacy Partners Optimist Clubs of the UGDSB Area, the Upper Grand District School Board and the Specialist High Skills Major program.
ICYMI: The UGDSB’s May Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about Mental Health and Education Week, providing feedback on the School Volunteers Policy, and more!
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter

Today we are focusing on calming our minds. When we calm our minds, we’re better able to focus, solve problems, and learn new things. #MHUG

UGDSB schools showcase their talents for Music Monday. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15624
UGDSB students excel at international DECA competition in Atlanta! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15613

This week is Mental Health and Education week. Throughout the week we will be exploring the theme, “Feel Well, Think Well, Learn Well...Together.”
Today we are looking at self-care. Taking care of our mental and physical health helps us feel strong and ready to start the week. #MHUG
Thank you so much Keira P for designing the Logo for the 2026 Mental Health and Education Week. Keira’s logo was picked by the Mental Health and Education committee from all the submissions we received.
Thank you to all other students who participated in the logo contest and submitted a logo.
Today we are looking at self-care. Taking care of our mental and physical health helps us feel strong and ready to start the week. #MHUG
Thank you so much Keira P for designing the Logo for the 2026 Mental Health and Education Week. Keira’s logo was picked by the Mental Health and Education committee from all the submissions we received.
Thank you to all other students who participated in the logo contest and submitted a logo.


Wellness Works: Putting empathy into action this May. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15515






The UGDSB’s May Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about Mental Health and Education Week, providing feedback on the School Volunteers Policy, and more! We’re looking forward to a great month ahead!
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter

Today is Principals’ Appreciation Day! Principals play an important role in creating safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environments where students and staff can succeed. Let's say thank you to these dedicated school leaders across the UGDSB today!

