News & Announcements
Daily School Absence Report
The UGDSB is reporting daily on school absence rates, allowing us to monitor absenteeism rates and transparently share this information with the public. To view the dashboard, click here.
COVID-19 School Self-Screening Changes
The Ministry of Education has revised the self-screening requirements for all students in Ontario, effective immediately. Please review the following information for important updates.
MAPS Weekly Update [February 22 to 26]
Dear MAPS families: Please click on the attachment for this week's parent newsletter. Parent Weekly February 22 To 26
Preliminary information about COVID-19 testing in schools
The Ministry of Education has instructed school boards to implement a targeted COVID-19 testing program in schools. The testing will be voluntary and consent will be required. Testing will be for asymptomatic students and staff only. The UGDSB is currently in the process of developing a targeted testing plan.
MAPS Weekly Update [February 15 to 19]
Dear MAPS families: Please click on the attachment for this week's parent newsletter. Have a lovely Family Day weekend! Parent Weekly February 15 To 19
Ministry of Education postpones March Break, new date April 12-16, 2021
On Feb. 11, 2021, Minister of Education Stephen Lecce announced that the Ministry has postponed March Break in Ontario schools until April 12-16, 2021.
UGDSB and PIC to host second parent engagement event
Following the success of the January event, the board and PIC are pleased to announce the March 4, 2021 event. This event will run from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
MAPS Weekly Update [February 8 to 12]
Dear MAPS families: Please click on the attachment for this week's parent newsletter. Parent Weekly February 8 To 12
MAPS Re-Opening February 8, 2021
We hope you and your family are well and excited to return to in-school learning on Monday, February 8th. Please read the attachment for important Re-opening Information for families. Included in this document are refresher details around safety procedures, lunch, recess and entry/exit routines. Please take some time to review it. ...UGDSB schools to resume in-person learning on Monday Feb. 8
On Wednesday afternoon, the Minister of Education announced that schools in the Upper Grand District School Board will resume in-person learning on Monday Feb. 8, 2021. School boards are required to follow the direction of the Ministry.
