ICYMI: Students across Ontario between the ages of 4 and 14 can enter a drawing contest to express their gratitude and celebrate School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week, which runs from June 2 - 6 this year. Deadline to enter the contest is March 31. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/7539
Winter Walk Month: Do you drive your kids to school? One day this week try parking five minutes away and walk the rest together. You’ll skip the school zone traffic and squeeze in a short walk and some fresh air to start your day.
UPDATE: The hold and secure at John F. Ross CVI has been lifted. Due to this timing, educators and students will remain in a remote learning environment for the remainder of the day. The school will be open as normal on Tuesday.
SCHOOL CLOSURE: John F. Ross CVI is in a hold and secure (Monday Feb. 24). Students are to shift to remote learning, where possible.
REMINDER: Parents/guardians in Guelph are invited to attend a public information session on the new Guelph high school boundary review - happening March 6, 2025. Also check our website to see if your home address may be affected by the boundary review process. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/8107
Parents/guardians in Guelph are invited to attend a public information session on the new Guelph high school boundary review - happening March 6, 2025. Also check our website to see if your home address may be affected by the boundary review process.
https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/8107
Why is walking and wheeling to school important? It supports: Physical activity among children; Improved student memory and focus in class; Less vehicle traffic; Safer school zones! This Winter Walk and Wheel Month, walk or wheel with your kids to the bus stop or to school, and help give students a healthy start to their school day. https://ontarioactiveschooltravel.ca/winter-walk-day/
MADE Urban Arts Info Meeting TONIGHT!
Come out and learn more about the MADE Urban Arts program TONIGHT at 7PM in GCVI's auditorium. Meet the teachers, chat with alumni and enter to win some MADE swag!
Students at J.D. Hogarth Public School in Fergus are helping stock a community pantry thanks to a UGDSB experiential learning grant. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/7593
Construction for the UGDSB's new Centre Wellington Elementary School is well underway and the board is seeking community input for the new school’s name. From February 18 to February 25, 2025, students, staff, families and community members can submit proposed names through an anonymous online survey. Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/8094
Due to inclement weather, all UGDSB schools and offices are closed today to staff and students. Students are to shift to remote learning, where possible. Staff should not report to work in person, and should shift to remote working where possible. All buses and taxis are cancelled to Upper Grand schools.
A reminder that on Monday Feb. 17, all UGDSB schools and offices will be closed for the Family Day holiday. Have a great weekend UG!
Learn more about some of the sustainability initiatives happening at the UGDSB! https://www.guelphtoday.com/grounded/sustainability-at-the-core-of-ugdsb-schools-going-solar-10232029
We're hiring! Maintenance and Custodial Summer Students. Learn more and apply at www.ugdsb.ca/careers.
Due to inclement weather, all UGDSB schools and offices are closed today (Feb. 13) to staff and students. Students are to shift to remote learning, where possible. Staff should not report to work in person, and should shift to remote working where possible. All buses and taxis are cancelled to Upper Grand schools.
FYI: The UGDSB is switching its provider for how we send out mass emails/phone calls/text messages to staff and families. Students/families shouldn’t notice much of a change with this switch, however there are a few differences that we want to make sure you’re aware of. First, in the event that a text message is sent to a group (e.g. all staff or to all parents/guardians at a school), the message will come from the following shortcode: 277849. Additionally, for secondary school attendance reporting to families, attendance messages will now be delivered through emails and text messages (not phone calls).
INCLEMENT WEATHER: Due to forecasted inclement weather for Wednesday Feb. 12, all Community Use of School Facilities is cancelled for this afternoon/evening.
We are currently investigating a persistent issue regarding ConnectED accounts, affecting all student and parent accounts. The system is currently unavailable. We are actively working to resolve these issues.
ICYMI: What you need to know about UGDSB Inclement Weather Procedures https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/6033
Are you a teacher? Celebrate Winter Walk and Wheel Month this February by taking your classroom outside to walk around the school grounds or neighbourhood. Help students spot features that help them get to and from school safely, like stop signs and crosswalks.
