Tuesday, August 19 is the last day to register for the First-Time Rider Program. The program gives children – and their parents – the chance to learn about school bus safety and ride a real school bus before the first day of school. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10434

If you're new to the UGDSB or moved to a different school zone over the summer, here’s what you need to know about Elementary Registration Day for the 2025-26 school year. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10427

NOTICE: The Upper Grand District School Board is seeking community members with financial expertise and business knowledge to serve on its audit committee for a 3-year term effective September 2025. Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/10440

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.