Upper Grand District School Board

Welcome back students and staff! This month for Wellness Works we will be exploring strategies to cope with stress. Learn more on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13088

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

A yellow graphic that says coping with stress

Some stress can motivate us to complete things and help us at times. Too much stress, on the other hand, can be problematic and have overall negative impacts on our thinking, our bodies and our performance.

Start conversations about what stress is and how it feels.

When you’re overwhelmed, try naming your feelings and explaining the strategy you’re using to cope.

Activity: Take three slow, deep breaths from the lower belly. Inhale through the nose and exhale slowly through the mouth. Try this before meals, at bedtime, or before activities that might feel stressful.

Championing Health and Well being: Did you know? According to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) prolonged stress increases the risk of mental-health issues like anxiety or depression, and physical problems such as headaches, muscle tension, digestive issues, fatigue, sleep problems, and even cardiovascular risks (2025)

Classes for students resume on Monday January 5, 2026. Happy Winter Break UG!

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Kindergarten Registration for next year is opening in January! Learn more about the Kindergarten Program and the UGDSB: https://www.elorafergustoday.com/spotlight/upper-grand-district-school-board-kindergarten-a-caring-start-for-every-child-11624698

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Due to the continued power outage at Alma Public School, with no estimated time of restoration, and dropping temperatures inside the school, we are asking that parents please come to the school to pick up their children.

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

The following schools have once again lost power: Centennial Hylands ES, Hyland Heights ES, Glenbrook ES, and Centre Dufferin DHS. Students are safe and supervised. However, if you would like to pick up your child at school you are welcome to do so.

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Due to today’s weather, the following schools have once again lost power: Norwell DSS, Palmerston PS, Victoria Cross PS, Wellington Heights SS, Minto-Clifford PS, and Kenilworth PS. Students are safe and supervised. However, if parents would like to pick up their child at school they are welcome to do so.

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Due to today’s weather, the following schools are currently without power: Westside SS, Montgomery Village PS, Spencer Avenue PS. Students are safe and supervised. Parents are welcome to pick up their children if they are able to.

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Due to today’s weather, the following schools are currently without power: Alma Public School, Arthur Public School, Centennial Hylands, Glenbrook, Hyland Heights, and Centre Dufferin DHS. Students are safe and supervised. Parents are welcome to pick up their children if they are able to.

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Due to today’s weather, the following schools are currently without power: Palmerston PS, Norwell DSS, Minto-Clifford PS, Victoria Cross PS, Kenilworth PS, and Wellington Heights SS. Students are safe and supervised. Parents are welcome to pick up their children if they are able to.

3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board

Is your child starting kindergarten in September 2026? Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens January 6th and runs until January 30th at 4 p.m. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten