Students from several UGDSB high schools competed in Special Olympics Bocce on Friday - check it out! https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/8214
NOTICE: The UGDSB will be sending out a test message to all families and staff this week.
The test message will be sent on Thursday February 27 at approximately 4:30pm. It will be sent to staff and families via text, email and phone. The message will clearly indicate that it is a test and no action is required.
Recipients of the messages shouldn’t notice much difference from board-wide messages sent in the past, with the exception that recipients will now receive a text message, in addition to phone call and email. Recipients will have the option to opt out of receiving text messages. A reminder that the text message will come from the following shortcode: 277849.
Thank you for your understanding.
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.
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.
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.
INCLEMENT WEATHER: Buses are cancelled in Zones 3 and 4 today (North Wellington and Dufferin) - schools remain open. Please note that the Transportation website is having technical difficulties. To confirm - buses are cancelled in Zones 3 and 4, but schools remain open.
Provide your input on the draft School Year Calendars for the 2025-26 school year! Planning for the next school year has begun and we want your feedback! Staff, students and families in the Upper Grand are invited to take a few minutes to provide their input on the UGDSB’s draft 2025-2026 School Year Calendars via an anonymous online survey. To learn more and complete the survey, please visit https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/7580.
INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE - WED. JAN. 29: Schools in Zone 3 (North Wellington) and Zone 4 (Dufferin) are CLOSED to students and staff. Schools in Zones 1 and 2 are open as normal today.
The College Heights Hospitality Team is now taking orders for Valentine Day Baking.
Copy this link to order your baking https://forms.gle/csLPou1B95yNPop6A
Order Deadline: February 6, 2025.
Pickup Dates: Thursday, February 13, 2025
All UGDSB families are advised to be prepared for cold weather tomorrow morning. Please dress accordingly and take precautions with the cold temperatures. Bus families are reminded to check the Transportation website in the morning for possible impacts to school transportation: https://stwdsts.ca/.
The UGDSB wants to remind families of some important deadlines that are approaching, including deadlines for Kindergarten Registration, Junior Kindergarten FI Registration and Out of Area/Out of District applications for next school year: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/7231
Parents/guardians are invited to attend a free webinar on EQAO math assessments. EQAO staff will discuss math questions that Ontario students encounter when they participate in Ontario’s large-scale assessments. These assessments are taken by all Ontario students in Grades 3, 6 and 9: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/7217
Grad photos will be happening on February 24 and 25, 2025.
To book your student's Grad Photo Session, go to bookmygrad.ca and enter your school code and student number to get started.
Please remember:
- A white-collared shirt is recommended to create contrast against the dark gown.
- Pair your shirt with a tie that will compliment your gown; a tie can be provided if needed.
SCHOOL CODE: UCH
ICYMI: As winter continues to roll on, a reminder of our inclement weather procedures: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/6033
Don't forget to come and visit the Open House for the Alternative Education program new for the 2025/2026 school year tonight. The open house will be running from 6:00PM - 8:00PM this evening.
Take care of some holiday shopping at our annual Holiday Boutique! Check out the outstanding student creations.
Grade 10 students from GCVI and John F. Ross got to experience some of the programs at College Heights' hands-on Wednesday, including 'Horticulture and Landscaping' and 'Hairstyling and Aesthetics and Health Care'.
Spirit Wear will be available for purchase beginning today through our new supplier.
There will be T-shirts, Long Sleeves, Hoodies, Zip Ups, Hats and Sweatpants.
The Online Store will only be available November 21 – December 5, 2024 for ordering, and items will not be delivered until the New Year.
Don't miss your opportunity to show off your Husky Spirit!
Don't miss out on the Winter Semi-formal dance on Thursday, December 5th from 6:30-9:00PM.
We hope to see you there!
