Upper Grand District School Board

Wellness Works: Gratitude is your hidden superpower! Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14896

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

A green background: Gratitude is not just “good manners” and it plays a significant role in overall wellbeing.

A green background: Gratitude is not just about receiving, it is also about giving. So what can you do with your child/ren or even yourself to express gratitude?

A green background: Taking just a bit of time to identify gratitude can have an impact.

A green background: Activity - Create a gratitude wall or space at home where everyone can write something they are grateful for - the whole family, visitors, friends. Seeing what others are grateful about is also quite powerful

A green background: Championing Health and well-being - Did you know? The Mayo Clinic found that “Expressing gratitude is associated with a host of mental and physical benefits. Studies have shown that feeling thankful can improve sleep, mood and immunity. Gratitude can decrease depression, anxiety, difficulties with chronic pain and risk of disease.”

Norwell DSS student recognized in second annual Ontario Tech essay contest. Congratulations, Elsie, on achieving this award! Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14900

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

from left to right: Dr. Jen Rinaldi, Natalie Kemp, Elsie B., Dr. Thomas McMorrow

On April 7, the UGDSB will host its annual Elementary Skills Competition! This year’s event is expected to welcome over 1,000 students in Grades 4 through 8 from across UGDSB elementary schools. The competition brings together students to showcase their talents in a wide range of hands-on, skills-based challenges focused on innovation, creativity, and problem-solving: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14892

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

A close-up photograph of a young student working on a robotics project.

Today is National AI Literacy Day, a nationwide day of action focused on exploring the fundamental question, “ What is AI? ” and “ How do we prepare learners for an AI-enabled world ? ” See what the UGDSB is doing around AI Literacy through our framework of Math Skills, Language Skills, Sustainability, and Human Rights: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/ai-at-ugdsb

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

The UGDSB is continuing to highlight the seven focus areas of our Sustainability & Climate Action Plan (2025–2030). This month, we’re focusing on Water. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14868

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Are you graduating from high school this year? Check out this info for the 2026 Healthy Democracy Student Leadership Award! https://www.opsba.org/opsba_news/2026-healthy-democracy-student-leadership-award/

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

ICYMI: Wellington Terrace and UGDSB Host Living Classroom Information Sessions: https://thegrand101.com/2026/03/23/wellington-terrace-and-upper-grand-district-school-board-host-living-classroom-information-sessions/

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Guelph CVI IB students make meaningful impact with CAS project. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14860

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Two students in front of Guelph General Hospital

Check out the line-up of presenters at this year's H2Awesome Water Series! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14859

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

WHSS Students Registered As OYAP Automotive Apprentices: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/whss/article/14847

2 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Happy March Break UG! Schools are closed next week and classes for students will resume on March 23: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14821