A group of students from Erin District High School ran a fundraising campaign to raise money for Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis this spring. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9640
Wildfire smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility over the next few days. Outdoor activities may continue for now although we will continue to monitor air quality carefully over the coming weeks. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9554
ICYMI: Black student groups from across the Upper Grand District School Board gathered at the University of Guelph on Wednesday, May 27 for the 2025 Black Brilliance Conference. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9398
A reminder to parents/guardians that Friday, June 6 is a PA Day for all UGDSB elementary schools. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9109
The Upper Grand District School Board recognizes National Indigenous History Month every June and encourages staff, students, and families to celebrate the rich and distinct histories, traditions and cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9520
Please check out the latest UGDSB Together Newsletter for updates from the UGDSB! This month we have info on school transportation, the human rights review, celebrating Pride and more! #UGCommunity https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter
Schools across the UGDSB raised the Pride flag today and held ceremonies to kick off Pride Month, including here at Westminster Woods PS!
Is your child starting school this September? STWDSTS’s First Rider Program is a great way to help young children (and their families!) 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
This week is School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week! Thank you to all the dedicated crossing guards who help keep our students, staff and families safe!
Celebrating Pride Month: A Time for Joy, Inclusion, and Belonging
- Happy Pride UG! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9403
Black student groups from across the Upper Grand District School Board gathered at the University of Guelph on Wednesday, May 27 for the 2025 Black Brilliance Conference. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9398
ICYMI: UGDSB students taking part in annual Backyard Bird Count again this year. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9030
UGDSB students talking about their experiences with using Gen AI
Students testing out the Innovation Lab talking about Gen AI
Student Trustee Zechariah and Director Sovran kick off today's student-led AI Amplified conference
ICYMI: High school students pitch in to build affordable homes in Fergus https://www.elorafergustoday.com/helpers/high-school-students-pitch-in-to-build-affordable-homes-in-fergus-10686144
Coming soon...Grand River Public School! At the May 27 Board Meeting, the board approved the name for the new CW school, which was recommended through community consultation. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9305
The third-party reviewers conducting an independent Human Rights Review are inviting members of the UGDSB community to submit written comments. Learn more about the process here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9217
The Upper Grand District School Board is proud to once again celebrate National AccessAbility Week. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9207
ICYMI: A group of students from Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute (CCVI) recently took part in the Astro Pi Challenge: Mission Space Lab, which “offers teams of young people the chance to run scientific experiments on board the International Space Station (ISS).” https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/9024