
UGDSB Indigenous Youth Council learns about drumming and dance. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15494
Congratulations to our most recent UG Ovation recipients, Anisha and Jennifer! Anisha was selected as a Bloch Young Artist for 2026, and Jennifer was selected by Western University’s Faculty of Education as a winner of their annual Award for Excellence! #UGProud


Norwell DSS students to present ‘Matilda, the Musical’ this May. Learn more, including how to get tickets here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15400

Shealteile B., a student at CCVI, was recently selected as the recipient of the "Hackergal x RBCx Future Tech Leaders Scholarship". Congratulations, Shealteile, and best of luck in your post-secondary education. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15395

What signs of spring do you see as you walk or wheel to school? Use I-Spy activity sheets to keep track of your interesting sights! #SpringIntoSpring https://ontarioactiveschooltravel.ca/spring-into-spring/

Between May 4 to 8, 2026, the Upper Grand District School Board will be celebrating Mental Health and Education Week. This year, the theme is “Feel Well, Think Well, Learn Well...Together!” Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15298

"Powwow dancer, DJ visits schools across Wellington County, Guelph" https://www.wellingtonadvertiser.com/powwow-dancer-dj-visits-schools-across-wellington-county-guelph/
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

