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Tomorrow is Winter Walk/Wheel Day! Let's celebrate winter by walking or wheeling to and from school. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13976

The UGDSB’s February Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about Black History Month, the 2026-27 School Year Calendars, National Sweater Day, and more! We’re looking forward to a great month ahead! LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter

February is here! Over the next few weeks, we will share stories, learning resources, and ways we can honour Black brilliance in our schools and communities. Black History Month begins with learning. What questions are you bringing into this month? https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13889

The UGDSB MADE Urban Arts program is accepting applications for the 2026/27 school year. The deadline is February 28. To learn more, including information about the early bird deadline, please visit the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13888

This February Wellness Works will be exploring Self Compassion. This month let’s remind ourselves that we deserve the same care and compassion we give to others. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13803

We are thrilled to announce that the UGDSB has received Ministry of Education funding to build new elementary school in Dufferin County! Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13792

We are thrilled to celebrate our Semester 1 OYAP apprentices! These students have taken an important step toward a skilled trades career: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13784

February is almost here! Over the next few weeks, we will share stories, learning resources, and ways we can honour Black brilliance in our schools and communities. Stay tuned for how we Learn, Celebrate, Reflect, and Act!
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHMCanada #BlackBrilliance

REMINDER: The on-time window for French Immersion Kindergarten applications closes tomorrow (January 30) at 4pm, this includes document verification. English registrations remain open after January 30. Get more info at ugdsb.ca/kindergarten

Are you currently a grade 10 or 11 student at CCVI, JFRoss, GCVI, CWDHS or EDHS? SHSM has great opportunities available for the 2026/27 school year. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13776

Planning for the 2026–27 school year is underway!
We’re inviting staff, students, and families to share feedback on the draft school year calendars. Take a few minutes to complete the anonymous survey by February 10, 2026. View the calendars and survey link on our website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13693

Congratulations to this month's UG Ovation recipient! Lauren was recognized at last night's Board Meeting for her accomplishments in a national math competition: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13202

UGDSB sites are turning down the heat to promote energy conservation. Learn more about National Sweater Day here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13689

Due to today's bus cancellations in Zones 3 and 4 (North Wellington and Dufferin), we have posted a revised exam schedule. Please check the website for changes specifically for changes affecting WHSS, NDSS, CDDHS, ODSS, WSS and EDHS. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13669 Schools will also be messaging changes to their families directly.

Black History Month is a time to celebrate achievements—but also a time to reflect. It invites us to learn about Canada’s history, recognize the systemic barriers Black communities continue to face, and recommit to addressing anti-Black racism and discrimination. Learning is part of building belonging.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHMCanada #BlackBrilliance

The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is working in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington (CMHA WW) to open a new Care and Treatment Education Program (CTEP) to support youth with mental health and substance use disorder. The new program was developed collaboratively by UGDSB and CMHA WW throughout the fall. It will serve students in Grades 8 to 12 and is intended to create a safe and inclusive learning environment where students can build the skills needed to begin the transition back to a community school. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13666

Today is Family Literacy Day! This year’s theme is “Make Mealtime Family Time.” How can you incorporate literacy into your family time? Learn more about Family Literacy Day on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13664

#FamilyLiteracyDay #FLD2026

Due to bus cancellations in Zones 3 and 4 (North Wellington and Dufferin), secondary school exams for today will be rescheduled to tomorrow. This affects Norwell DSS, Wellington Heights SS, CDDHS, ODSS, Westside SS, and Erin DHS. Further updates about the exam schedule for the remainder of the week will be provided later today.

REMINDER: French Immersion kindergarten registration for the 2026-27 school year closes on Friday, January 30 at 4 p.m. https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten