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Canada Dental Benefit
CANADA DENTAL BENEFIT – Applications for the second period of the Canada Dental Benefit are open. Eligible families can receive up to $650, to help with expenses for their children under 12 who receive dental care between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024. canada.ca/dental
Statement from the Chair of the Board and Director regarding ongoing violence in the Middle East
We are deeply saddened to learn of the recent deadly attacks and ongoing violence in the Middle East. Our thoughts are with all those impacted and mourning the loss of life during the conflict over the past weekend. We acknowledge this is a particularly devastating time for UGDSB students, staff and families who are connected to the region. These students and communities need our support, understanding, compassion, and care. These events may cause a variety of reactions, emotions and responses among staff, students, and families. To support staff in responding to questions and/or engaging in dialogue with students, we are providing resources for schools to ensure safe, inclusive learning and working environments.
Mustang Spirit Wear
Hoping everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving with family and and friends. Mustang Spirit Wear is now available to order online until Friday October 27th. Delivery will follow approximately 3-4 weeks after the closing date. Please click on the link below to place your order.
Professional Activity Day Description – Oct. 27, 2023
Date: October 27, 2023
Length: Full Day
Topic 1: AM – Workplace Violence Prevention Training
Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): School Administrators and Online Modules
Description: Staff will spend the morning completing mandatory Workplace Violence Prevention Training on the board’s Online Learning Platform. This is self-directed learning made of online modules for staff to work through independently.
Topic 2: PM – Progress Reports
Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): Independent …
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Information about the Student Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy – Strategic Framework 2023-2026
GUELPH, ON – The Upper Grand District School Board has launched the Student Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy – Strategic Framework 2023-2026. This framework looks at the Foundations and Guiding Principles and establishes key Priority Areas.
The Principles and Foundations guide the development, implementation, and monitoring of the UGDSB mental health and …
Maryborough P.S. Food Drive
Just a reminder that the Maryborough P.S. Food Drive begins today and ends Thursday the 5th. All collected items will be donated to the Drayton FoodBank.
MPS Picture Day
This years Individual Picture Day is Monday October 16. We will also being doing traditional classroom pictures in the spring.
Important Reminder
This is a reminder that Thursday September 21st from 5:30 – 6:30 will be our School Council sponsored BBQ (donations appreciated), our scholastic Book Fair in our Learning Commons, and of course an opportunity to meet your child ‘s teacher and visit their classroom. We are looking forward to seeing you this …
Inspiring Engagement with Parents & School Councils – UGDSB PIC invites you to its fall event
GUELPH, Ontario – The Upper Grand District School Board’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is inviting UG parents/guardians to join them at the free PIC event on October 25, 2023.
Whether you are currently part of a school council or are looking to become more involved in your child’s school, this opportunity is a great way …
Supports for students, staff and members of the Muslim community
As a united UGDSB community, we are unwavering in our commitment to identifying and dismantling all forms of racism and oppression. Our dedication also extends to specifically addressing Islamophobia. We stand in solidarity with the Muslim community. We acknowledge the profound impact of the tragic loss of members of the Afzal family in London, Ontario, and the observance of the current legal proceedings can have on the well-being of our staff, students, and the broader UGDSB community. Considering this, we appeal for empathy and support for those impacted.
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Cash Online – Milk, Pizza, and Subs
If you had previously registered for Cash Online you should receive shortly an email notification telling you your account is ready to initiate. If you are new to our school and need to set up a Cash Online account please see the purple sheet that went home with the first day package. …
KidsAbility – Occupational Therapist
Please see the attached PDF detailing an Occupational Therapist in our school.
Bus Delay Notifications
Do you want to be notified if your child’s bus is going to be late? If the answer is yes, please see the process below.
1. Sign up for Bus Delay Notifications. This information can be found at the
following website: www.stwdsts.ca
2.Contact STWDSTS Monday to Friday …
Community Communication – September 8, 2023
What a great first week of school! Thank you to the Maryborough School Community for helping to make our transition back a smooth one. Moving forward you will find regular updates and upcoming events accessible via our website and the calendar on our website. At times we may still use …
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Back to school 2023-24: School operations and health and safety information
The Upper Grand District School Board looks forward to welcoming all students, staff and families this September. Please see below for important school operations and health and safety information.
In-Person Learning
We are looking forward to welcoming back the majority of our students to in-person learning for the 2023-24 school year. We have a few students who will …
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