This week, the Upper Grand District School Board marks the beginning of Pride Month. As we enter this meaningful month, we are reminded that creating truly inclusive, supportive, ...

National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) is approaching. This year NAAW will be celebrated between May 31 to June 6, 2026, and is using the theme “Building a strong, accessible Canada.”...

June 1 is Ontario Day. Schools across Ontario will recognize the day through age-appropriate learning activities that help students learn more about Ontario’s history, communities...

The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is continuing to highlight the seven focus areas of our Sustainability & Climate Action Plan (2025–2030). This month, we’re focu...

Each year Norwell holds annual Identification, Placement, and Review Committee (IPRC) school-level reviews. The annual IPRC review is to ensure that both the identification (e.g. ...

Tickets are available in the main office or from any cast/crew member.

On Saturday, April 25, Norwell District Secondary School’s Relay for Life committee hosted a community breakfast to raise awareness and support for their upcoming Relay for Life e...

In May our theme for Mental Health & Education Week is "Feel Well, Think Well, Learn Well….Together!". When we practice empathy, we help each other feel well by creating safe a...

At the April 28th Board meeting, the following policy updates were approved: Policy 322 - Safe Operation of Schools and Board Sites The following policies were rescinded: ...

Between May 4 to 8, 2026, the Upper Grand District School Board will be celebrating Mental Health and Education Week (MHEW). This year, the theme is “Feel Well, Think Well, Learn ...

Professional Activity Day Description: April 24, 2026 Information for Elementary and Secondary Parents/Guardians Date: April 24, 2026 Length: Full Day Elementary/Seco...

GUELPH, ON - With the warmer weather beginning, spring is the perfect time to get active outdoors. Spring into Spring is an annual celebration of starting the new season which enc...

Gratitude is more than just having “good manners.” It plays an important role in our overall well-being. People often show gratitude by saying “thank you,” but it is really about ...

Semester 2 IEPs are now available for access. An instruction doc specific to accessing IEPs has been developed to guide Parents/Guardians through the initial setup of ...

Relay for Life supports the Canadian Cancer Society by raising funds for cancer research and patient services. Norwell will host the event at Between the Lines in Listowel on Frid...

This year, the provincial government has introduced a new certificate program for volunteer hours. Here is a brief overview from the provincial website: If you go above and beyo...

This March, UGDSB’s Wellness Works focus is self-advocacy. Self-advocacy is the ability to understand and communicate your strengths, needs, interests, and goals. It also includes...

At the February 24, 2026, Board Meeting, the Upper Grand District School Board approved draft calendars for the 2026-2027 school year for elementary and secondary schools in the U...

As Black History Month comes to a close, the focus turns to action. Learning and reflection are most powerful when they lead to meaningful change, both in our schools and in our b...

If your Grade 12 missed grad photos in school, students may visit the Edge Imaging studio at the University of Guelph during March Break. Book here: Grad Photo Retakes Marc...