John F. Ross Collegiate Vocational Institute

Please see the following lineup of events and activities throughout February to recognize and celebrate Black History Month . Each week will focus on a unique theme, with en...

On Wednesday March 19th, liaison representatives from Conestoga, Ridgetown, Mohawk, Fanshawe and St. Clair College will coming to the school to speak with students from a few gr 1...

Hello JF Ross Parents and Guardians, We hope that your student had a successful semester one! Before we begin semester two on Monday Feb. 3rd, please ask them to look...

Professional Activity Day Description: January 30 & 31, 2025 Information for Secondary Parents/Guardians Date: January 30 & 31, 2025 Length: Full Day Secondary Topics: S...

During the 2024-2025 school year, the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), in partnership with Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), Bluewater District School Board ...

The Upper Grand District School Board is seeking feedback on draft Policy 214: Accessibility. Public consultation on this updated policy is now open. Feedback will be received unt...

This month, the Wellness Works Committee is focusing on identifying when our stress levels are rising and finding the tools and strategies we can use to support ourselves in these...

'Tis the Season to be F.R.O.S.T.Y. Each year, John F. Ross CVI runs an amazing event called F.R.O.S.T.Y. (Friendly Royals Offering Stuff To Yuletide) to raise money for The Guelp...

To all Upper Grand students and families, As the Winter Break approaches, we want to take a moment to wish you all a safe and restful holiday season. At the Upper Grand District...

The Upper Grand District School Board recently adopted a new policy on Admissions and Registration . One of the things that this policy lays out is the new process for Out of Area...

Grade 9 Geography students from Centennial CVI, Guelph CVI, and John F. Ross CVI competed in the first-ever "Climate Showdown" at the University of Guelph Arboretum on December 1...

Have you downloaded the new UGDSB mobile app yet? UG Connect is everything Upper Grand in your pocket. Subscribe to follow news, events and updates from the UGSDB and your schoo...

We want to inform parents and guardians about important updates to the UGDSB’s procedures for Out of Area (OOA) and Out of District (OOD) student attendance. These updates are par...

At the November 26th Board meeting, the following draft policies were released for public consultation. Feedback is welcome until December 26, 2024 . Policy 303 - Naming ...

Professional Activity Day Description: November 29, 2024 Information for Elementary and Secondary Parents/Guardians Date: November 29, 2024 Length: Full Day Elementary Topics...

Parents and caregivers within the Upper Grand District School Board are invited to attend a special event to learn about, and share their experiences on, working with school coun...

Starting in 2025/2026, Enhanced SHSM programming is available for grade 11 and 12 students Skilled Trades Programming

Problem solving is an everyday skill that impacts all parts of a student’s academic and personal success. Students with strong problem-solving skills are more able to approach prob...

Dear Parents and Families, Re: Racism, Discrimination, and Inclusivity At the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), we are dedicated to creating a learning environment wher...

At the October 29, 2024 Board meeting, the following policy items were approved : Policy 216 - Communications Policy 300 - Emergency Procedures Policy 322 - Safe...