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The following schools have once again lost power: Centennial Hylands ES, Hyland Heights ES, Glenbrook ES, and Centre Dufferin DHS. Students are safe and supervised. However, if you would like to pick up your child at school you are welcome to do so.
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
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Due to today’s weather, the following schools have once again lost power: Norwell DSS, Palmerston PS, Victoria Cross PS, Wellington Heights SS, Minto-Clifford PS, and Kenilworth PS. Students are safe and supervised. However, if parents would like to pick up their child at school they are welcome to do so.
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
weather
Due to today’s weather, the following schools are currently without power: Westside SS, Montgomery Village PS, Spencer Avenue PS. Students are safe and supervised. Parents are welcome to pick up their children if they are able to.
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
weather
Due to today’s weather, the following schools are currently without power: Alma Public School, Arthur Public School, Centennial Hylands, Glenbrook, Hyland Heights, and Centre Dufferin DHS. Students are safe and supervised. Parents are welcome to pick up their children if they are able to.
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
weather
Due to today’s weather, the following schools are currently without power: Palmerston PS, Norwell DSS, Minto-Clifford PS, Victoria Cross PS, Kenilworth PS, and Wellington Heights SS. Students are safe and supervised. Parents are welcome to pick up their children if they are able to.
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Inclement weather
Is your child starting kindergarten in September 2026? Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens January 6th and runs until January 30th at 4 p.m. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is coming soon: Here’s what you need to know  Visit the board website
The 2024-25 Director's Annual Report is out! We look back at the momentum and highlights from last school year: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/directors-annual-report-2024-2025
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
People stand by a table, filling small containers with soil
Congratulations to the December UG Ovation recipients! Educators Amanda McApline and Matt Lyle were recognized for their incredible achievements at last night's Board Meeting
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
4 people pose for a photo in the Board Room.
Matt Lyle pictured holding an award
Students in Westside Secondary School’s LRC10 program are helping make the school more sustainable by taking on leadership of the school’s recycling initiatives. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/12860
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Erin Public School had some snowy visitors this week!
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A young student stands in a snow-covered yard with several snowmen
Local youth spend a lot of their time online. In fact, 86% of high schoolers in WDG report 3+ hours of screen time daily.

Have a conversation together about the risks of too much screen time. Parents can model healthy habits, set limits, find other things to do together, and talk about balance.

Learn more and get some strategies at choicesrewired.ca

#ChoicesRewired #ObserveEngageLead
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Choices Rewired
Centre Wellington DHS is hosting their Grade 8 Information night TOMORROW (December 9, 2025) at 5:30 PM. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A purple and pink graphic with stars and other symbols that says Grade 8 Info Nights for grade 8 students and caregivers
Students and parents invited to discover UGDSB enhanced programming at Guelph open house https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/12813
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
UGDSB student achievement continues to rise, outpacing provincial EQAO results across all areas https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/12723
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
UGDSB EQAO results
ICYMI - Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens January 6th and runs until January 30th at 4 p.m. https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A graphic  about Kindergarten registration. Visit the board website to learn more.
Centennial CVI (6:30pm), Orangeville DSS (6:30pm), and Norwell DSS (6:00pm) are hosting their Grade 8 Information nights TOMORROW (December 4, 2025). Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A purple and pink graphic with stars and other symbols that says Grade 8 Info Nights for grade 8 students and caregivers
UGDSB students shine at AgScape’s ThinkAg Career Competition: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/12720
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Students stand around a table.
Students stand around a table.
Wellington Heights SS is hosting their Grade 8 Information night TOMORROW (December 3, 2025) at 6:00 PM. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A purple and pink graphic with stars and other symbols that says Grade 8 Info Nights for grade 8 students and caregivers
The UGDSB’s December Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-27 school year, Career Pathways Exploration Programs, and more! We’re looking forward to a great month ahead! LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
UGDSB Together
Wellness Works: This December we are exploring Authenticity. Learn more on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/12604
6 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A green graphic that says Authenticity #MHUG
A green graphic that says Being authentic is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves and those around us.
A green graphic that says Speaking your truth—honestly and respectfully—while accepting that others may see things differently.
A green graphic that says Did you know that studies have linked authenticity with increased levels of happiness?
A green graphic that says Activity: Create a family uniqueness board: Instead of just making a list, try creating a shared poster where everyone adds something that represents their strengths.
A green graphic that says Championing health and well being People who live authentically tend to experience greater psychological well-being—and better mental health often leads to better physical health, too.  Authenticity isn’t about perfection—it’s about alignment, connection, and the freedom to be yourself.