A reminder that Friday April 24 is a PA Day in the UGDSB. No school for students. Staff will be participating in important professional learning: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15127
Kindness matters!
Today hundreds of students from Centre Wellington came together at Elora PS for the second Empowerment Series event. Sharing messages of hope, kindness, and how to be the good in the world, were speakers Brian Williams and Patrick Anderson. Some students also got the chance to play a bit of Wheelchair Basketball, too!
What an inspirational day for students!
Thank you to our sponsors for making today 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.
Today hundreds of students from Centre Wellington came together at Elora PS for the second Empowerment Series event. Sharing messages of hope, kindness, and how to be the good in the world, were speakers Brian Williams and Patrick Anderson. Some students also got the chance to play a bit of Wheelchair Basketball, too!
What an inspirational day for students!
Thank you to our sponsors for making today 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.
Happy Earth Day UG!
Today is Administrative Professionals' Day! Thank you to all UGDSB Administrative Professionals, your dedication, skill, and hard work are appreciated across the Upper Grand DSB!
John F. Ross CVI and Norwell DSS students excel at regional DramaFest competition. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15274
This May, more than 10 local community partners are coming together to host an unforgettable event for parents and caregivers. On May 6, 2026, parents and caregivers are invited to attend the Understanding Youth Today: Substance and Screen Use event. For more information and to register visit: https://shorturl.at/Yplml
This May, the UGDSB is inviting students and educators to step outside and take part in the Backyard Bird Count, a hands-on learning experience that connects classrooms with the natural world! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15263
Classic Roots is sharing Indigenous dance with students across the board this week. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15247
UGDSB elementary students excel at annual Skills Competition. Congratulations to all students who competed in the Elementary Skills Competition and to those who placed in the top three. Thank you to the staff, volunteers, and community partners who helped at the event. Without you, events like this wouldn’t be possible. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15224
Even though April can sometimes be a rainy month, sunshine is proven to boost our moods, health, and more. Soak up some sun by walking to school or playing outside this April! #JourneyOutside #SpringintoSpring https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14985
Westside SS teacher transcends natural limits with fitness challenge. Congratulations, Mike! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15219
CCVI student awarded prestigious Wolf scholarship. Congratulations, Andres! Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15214
Theatre Centre Wellington is proud to present Rock of Ages - Teen Edition - Book by Chris D’Arienzo Arrangements and Orchestrations by Ethan Popp. This production features classic 80s rock songs, big hair, mixtapes, and of course a really cool love story. Ticket and date info here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15110
Today, folks from Western University were at Arbour Vista PS to celebrate teacher Jennifer Pigeon, who was selected by Western's Faculty of Education as a winner of their annual Award for Excellence.
Wendy Darling has returned home, but growing up isn’t the happily ever after she imagined... John F Ross CVI is getting ready to present their spring play. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15102
More than 1,000 UGDSB students are competing in a hands-on skills showcase today! The competition brings together students in grades 4 to 8, to showcase their talents in a wide range of hands-on, skills-based challenges focused on innovation, creativity, and problem-solving.
"The Upper Grand District School Board is using water to open students’ eyes to the future." A great story from the Orangeville Citizen on the UGDSB's H2Awesome initiative! https://www.pentictonherald.ca/spare_news/article_195ba9be-e707-563d-a0e0-1fbb0346e8dd.html
All UGDSB schools and offices will be closed on Friday, April 3rd and Monday, April 6th. We hope that everyone has a safe and happy long weekend.
It's chilly out there today, but the snow is melting, and the sun will be shining. It’s time to #SpringintoSpring! Join thousands of students across Ontario by walking or wheeling to school throughout the month of April. #JourneyOutside https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14985
