John Galt PS November 2026 Parent/Guardian/Caregiver Newsletter JGPS Mission Statement Be Safe. Be Kind. Work Hard. Every Student Matters. Leave Your Mark. A...

The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is committed to creating school and work environments grounded in dignity, respect, safety, and belonging. Every student and staff me...

Why Problem Solving Matters Every day brings new choices, obstacles, and learning opportunities. This month, we are focusing on Problem Solving—helping children and youth lear...

This year Treaties Recognition Week is November 1-7, 2026. The week provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of treaties and to deepen our understanding of treaty righ...

At the October 27, 2026, Board Meeting, the following UGDSB policy updates were made: Updated Policy 105 Trustee Honoraria was approved. Updated Policy 213 Code of Conduct...

JGPS Updates Friday, October 16th, 2026 FUNDRAISERS: SCHOOL COUNCIL - Rheo Thompson John Galt School Council is launching our second annual Rheo Thompson chocolate fu...

Date: October 26, 2026 Length: Full Day Elementary AM Topics: Curriculum Implementation (150 minutes) inclusive of: Literacy Mathematics Artificial Intelligenc...

As students settle into their classrooms this school year, forming new friendships and strengthening connections with staff, educators, and peers remains the cornerstone of studen...

We warmly invite our JGPS families and community members to join us for our first Playground Committee meeting on Wednesday, October 28th, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. in the John Galt PS ...

John Galt Family Newsletter October 2026 Welcome to October, John Galt Families! We had a wonderful start to the school year in September, and it has been lovely to...

Technology is an important part of how students learn, connect and have fun. Helping children and youth build safe and healthy digital habits is something we can all support. Octo...

Dear students, families and members of the UGDSB community, I am honoured to officially begin my new role as Chief Executive Officer of the Upper Grand District School Board on O...

Students in the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) continue to make strong gains in key areas of mathematics and literacy, according to the 2025–26 EQAO results released to...

This year, along with other school boards and organizations across the country, the Upper Grand District School Board is commemorating National Truth and Reconciliation Week from ...

As students get ready to return to UGDSB classrooms on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, we’ve put together a guide with important links and information to help families navigate the 20...

To all students and families, Please see attached below for a letter from Ontario's Minister of Education, Paul Calandra. French English Thank you.

John Galt Public School Revisions, Reminders & Updates September 3rd, 2026 “Leave Your Mark”, “Every Student Matters”, “Be Safe, Be Kind, Work Hard” REVISION: Senior Ki...

Welcome to the 2026/2027 School Year Parent Information - Week of August 31st, 2026 Welcome Back to John Galt Public School! Dear John Galt Families, It is with grea...

Preparing for a new school year can bring up a lot of questions, especially if your family is new to the area, transitioning to a new school, or navigating the busing and registra...

Parents and guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on school premises or during school activities. Accidents can and do happen and the costs involved m...