Upper Grand DSB celebrates Semester 1 OYAP Apprentices!

The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is proud to celebrate the success of 18 secondary school students who have officially been signed as Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) apprentices during Semester 1 of the 2025–26 school year.


https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13784


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We end the week by celebrating our learning, our well-being, and our community. #MHUG

What did you learn about yourself this Mental Health and Education Week?
6 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A beige background with pink and teal water colour it says Mental health and education week 2026, celebrate together our community grows #MHUG
We end the week by celebrating our learning, our well-being, and our community. #MHUG

What did you learn about yourself this Mental Health and Education Week?
6 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A beige background with pink and teal water colour it says Mental health and education week 2026, celebrate together our community grows #MHUG
We are almost done Mental Health and Education Week! Today we are exploring strengthening connections. Being kind and inclusive helps everyone feel like they matter and belong at school. #MHUG
7 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A beige background with yellow and blue water colours, it says Mental Health and Education Week 2026, Belong Together strengthening connection #MHUG
Today we are exploring confidence. Feeling supported helps us take risks, make mistakes, and grow as learners. #MHUG
8 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A beige background with pink and green water colours, it says Mental health and education week 2026, Learn Well Building confidence. #MHUG
Today we are focusing on calming our minds. When we calm our minds, we’re better able to focus, solve problems, and learn new things. #MHUG
9 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A beige background with green and yellow water colours. It says Mental Health and Education Week 2026. Think well, calming the mind #MHUG
This week is Mental Health and Education week. Throughout the week we will be exploring the theme, “Feel Well, Think Well, Learn Well...Together.”

Today we are looking at self-care. Taking care of our mental and physical health helps us feel strong and ready to start the week. #MHUG

Thank you so much Keira P for designing the Logo for the 2026 Mental Health and Education Week. Keira’s logo was picked by the Mental Health and Education committee from all the submissions we received.

Thank you to all other students who participated in the logo contest and submitted a logo.

10 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A beige background with pink and blue water colours. It says Mental Health and education week 2026 Feel Well Starting with self-care. #MHUG Feel well, think well, learn well...together
The mental health and education week logo
Wellness Works: Putting empathy into action this May. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15515
13 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A yellow background, it says empathy and #MHUG
Empathy is about being able to consider what someone else may be going through and imagining how they might be feeling or thinking.
Empathy is important because with empathy we are more likely to treat people the way they wish you would treat them.
Empathy is often the first step towards compassionate action and helping others.
Encourage your child/ren to consider how others may experience certain situations. Talk about what these situations could mean and discuss how to be empathetic.
Championing Health and Well being: Did you know that empathy can increase satisfaction in relationships and can lower stress levels which are two key factors in enhancing overall health and well-being.
Today is Principals’ Appreciation Day! Principals play an important role in creating safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environments where students and staff can succeed. Let's say thank you to these dedicated school leaders across the UGDSB today!
13 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Thank you and a heart
ICYMI - This May, more than 10 local community partners are coming together to host an unforgettable event for parents and caregivers. On May 6, 2026, parents and caregivers are invited to attend the Understanding Youth Today: Substance and Screen Use event. For more information and to register visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-youth-today-substance-use-and-digital-life-tickets-1985279195516?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=email&utm_medium=sparkpost&utm_campaign=postpublish
14 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
the poster for the youth substance event
Between May 4 to 8, 2026, the Upper Grand District School Board will be celebrating Mental Health and Education Week. This year, the theme is “Feel Well, Think Well, Learn Well...Together!” Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15298
17 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Mental Health and Education Week 2026
Today is Administrative Professionals' Day! Thank you to all UGDSB Administrative Professionals, your dedication, skill, and hard work are appreciated across the Upper Grand DSB!
22 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Thank you in words on a purple background

Today is Administrative Professionals' Day! Thank you to all UGDSB Administrative Professionals, your dedication, skill, and hard work are appreciated across the Upper Grand DSB!

22 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A graphic that says thank you with a purple-ish gold lighting like background

This May, more than 10 local community partners are coming together to host an unforgettable event for parents and caregivers. On May 6, 2026, parents and caregivers are invited to attend the Understanding Youth Today: Substance and Screen Use event. For more information and to register visit: https://shorturl.at/Yplml

24 days ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Pictured is a poster for the event
Even though April can sometimes be a rainy month, sunshine is proven to boost our moods, health, and more. Soak up some sun by walking to school or playing outside this April! #JourneyOutside #SpringintoSpring https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14985
about 1 month ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Sunshine is proven to boost our moods, health, and more. Soap up some sun by playing outside. There are 3 children playing outside at what looks like a park. They are playing with a skipping rope
All UGDSB schools and offices will be closed on Friday, April 3rd and Monday, April 6th. We hope that everyone has a safe and happy long weekend.
about 1 month ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A blue background with spring flowers on it with a reminder that schools and offices will be closed on April 3rd and April 6th.
It's chilly out there today, but the snow is melting, and the sun will be shining. It’s time to #SpringintoSpring! Join thousands of students across Ontario by walking or wheeling to school throughout the month of April. #JourneyOutside https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14985
about 1 month ago, Upper Grand District School Board
The snow is melting, the sun is shining. It's time to go outside. Let's walk! Spring into Spring April. There is a photo of young children running outside near a tree. The Ontario Active School Travel logo is in the top right corner
Today is Custodial and Maintenance Appreciation Day! Thank you to all UGDSB custodians and maintenance staff, your dedication, skill, and hard work are appreciated in our schools and offices.
about 1 month ago, Upper Grand District School Board
a yellow background, it says thank you in black and yellow
Wellness Works: Gratitude is your hidden superpower! Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/14896
about 1 month ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A green background: Gratitide
A green background: Gratitude is not just “good manners” and it plays a significant role in overall wellbeing.
A green background: Gratitude is not just about receiving, it is also about giving. So what can you do with your child/ren or even yourself to express gratitude?
A green background: Taking just a bit of time to identify gratitude can have an impact.
A green background: Activity - Create a gratitude wall or space at home where everyone can write something they are grateful for - the whole family, visitors, friends. Seeing what others are grateful about is also quite powerful
A green background: Championing Health and well-being - Did you know? The Mayo Clinic found that “Expressing gratitude is associated with a host of mental and physical benefits. Studies have shown that feeling thankful can improve sleep, mood and immunity. Gratitude can decrease depression, anxiety, difficulties with chronic pain and risk of disease.”