All UGDSB schools will be closed for the holiday break at the end of day on December 20. They will reopen to staff and students on January 6, 2025. Have a safe and happy holiday!
A message from UGDSB's Director and Chair, wishing the UGDSB community a wonderful Winter Break! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/6522
Course selection for grade 8 students entering grade 9 in the fall of 2025 will be starting in January. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/6169
The Community Environmental Leadership Program (CELP) hosted the first-ever Grade 9 Climate Showdown at the Guelph Arboretum yesterday. Students got to participate in many great activities, talk to climate-focused groups and organizations, and heard from special guest speaker Mike Schreiner!
Kindergarten registration within the Upper Grand District School Board for the 2025-2026 school year opens January 7, 2025 for both English and French Immersion. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/6329
INCLEMENT WEATHER: Due to inclement weather all Community Use of Schools (CUS) permits are cancelled in North Wellington and Dufferin for Thursday December 12, 2024.
We are currently experiencing a power outage at the following schools: Erin PS, Erin DSH, Ross R. MacKay PS, Brisbane PS, and East Garafraxa PS. The current time of restoration is advertised as being much later today. We are asking that families do not send their children to school today.
At this time, some buses are already enroute to schools. Schools will be open to receive students who are already on the bus. We will continue to communicate with those families about picking their children up today. Families who have not boarded the bus are asked to keep their children at home.
Thank you for your understanding.
Grade 8 Info Night for Dec. 10: Centre Wellington DSB is holding its Grade 8 Info Night tomorrow - open to grade 8 students and their families! https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
Check out programming available to Grade 11 and 12 students in the skilled trades! Attend the CHSS Open House this Thursday, December 12, from 6-8pm
ICYMI: The UGDSB is seeking public feedback on board policies on naming facilities and commemorations: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/5846
Flags at all UGDSB schools are lowered today to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
Students from a number of UGDSB high schools are at John F. Ross CVI today, participating in Special Olympics basketball!
Today, UGDSB students attended a tour and presentation at Conestoga College, which highlighted accessibility services and supports to overcome barriers to admissions and transitions to post-secondary education.
Grade 8 Info Nights for Dec. 5! Guelph CVI and Norwell DSS will be holding their Grade 8 Info Nights tomorrow - open to grade 8 students and their families! https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
More high schools are hosting their Grade 8 Information Nights tomorrow! On Dec. 4, Centennial CVI, Wellington Heights SS, and Westside are up! Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
December Updates from the Upper Grand DSB:
The December Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about: Save the Date! Kindergarten Registration; Download the new mobile app; Wellness Works: Authenticity; And more! We’re looking forward to a great month ahead!
LINK = https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter
This month we are focusing on authenticity! Studies have linked authenticity with increased levels of happiness, personal growth, improved self-esteem and better relationships! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/5767
A reminder that Friday November 29 is a PA Day in the UGDSB. No school for elementary and secondary students. Staff will be participating in important professional learning. https://www.ugdsb.ca/events?view=cal-month
Grade 10 students from GCVI and John F. Ross got to experience some of the programs at College Heights' hands-on Wednesday, including 'Horticulture and Landscaping' and 'Hairstyling and Aesthetics and Health Care'.
