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'.
On Nov. 28, CDDHS and ODSS are holding their Grade 8 Info Nights for families and students! https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
Erin District High School is holding its Grade 8 Information Night on Nov. 26. Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
Great job to GCVI's Marching Band & Cheer Team who rocked it at the Toronto Santa Claus Parade on Sunday!
"Classroom being brought to life with students in healthcare setting" - a great article about The Living Classroom program! https://www.guelphtoday.com/local-news/classroom-being-brought-to-life-with-students-in-healthcare-setting-9847728
Excited for Special Olympics basketball being hosted at CWDHS today! Students from WHSS, Norwell DSS, ODSS, CWDHS and CDDHS are having a great time!
What an amazing evening at the #DreamBigWaterloo Career Discovery Expo! It was wonderful connecting with students, parents, and community members, exploring career pathways, and highlighting opportunities in STEAM fields and beyond. #FindYourPath
Are you going into Grade 11 next year and have an interest in the Skilled Trades? Check out what Alternative Education @ CHSS has to offer! Jump start your career in the Skilled Trades!
Congrats to Grace from CCVI and Kent from CWDHS for bringing home medals from the provincial Open Martial Arts Championships! The team is coached by UGDSB Alumni and World Champion Nathan Skoufis. Way to go team!
On November 14 at 6pm, John F. Ross CVI is hosting its Grade 8 Information Night for grade 8 students and families. Don't miss it! https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
Hands-on learning, skilled trades course bundles, industry certifications, and more. Check out what Alternative Education @ CHSS has to offer students! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/5640
Well this was an exciting moment! Yesterday, we broke ground on the new South Guelph high school! The 900 pupil place school has been designed with sustainability at the forefront. It will open September 2026!
Hands On for Housing! UGDSB/WCDSB students are hard at work this week, working with Habitat for Humanity, building & advocating for the future of housing! Learn more about what they are working on and Friday evening's celebration! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/4693
Famous local Canadian illustrator and author Werner Zimmerman has been donating his time to work with a group of students at Westwood Public School to help inspire and practice their artistic skills! We are so grateful for his visits and how well he connects with students!
