Safe Access to School is Here at Paisley!!
The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is committed to providing a safe, secure learning and working environment for students, staff, and visitors. Over the next couple of years all elementary schools are upgrading their door access systems and will consistently have their exterior doors locked during the school day.
I am writing to let you know that this board wide project of upgrading the system used to access elementary school sites across the district is coming now live at Paisley Road Public School.
Parents, guardians, volunteers are as always welcome to attend the school as per usual, however will need use the intercom at the entrance to contact the office prior to having the doors opened. All visitors to schools are still required to sign in at the school’s main office and wear a badge/sticker identifying them as a visitor to the school once signed in.
If you would like additional information please see the link below which will take you to the board’s website and to Policy / Procedures 322 that outlines the management of access to schools sites across the system: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/policy-322-safe-operation-of-schools-and-board-sites
Thank you for your patience and understanding and we look forward to welcoming you the next time you are at the school!
First Day Procedures
On Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 8:40 am the following will happen:
Grade 1-6 students will go to the tarmac area of the school where all staff will be waiting (bus students will be directed by staff to the tarmac area of the school). Large signs will be posted with grades (1-6). Grade 1-6 students will stand near their grade sign and listen for their name to be called by the teacher.
**It is imperative that once students are at their grade sign that parents say goodbye and remove themselves from the area so that we can support students in getting to the correct locations.
Kindergarten students will go to the kindergarten yard. Kindergarten educators will gather their students and take them to the correct class. Kindergarten students arriving by bus will be guided by Ms. Clark to the Kindergarten yard.
2. Grade 1-6 students will find their grade poster and stand close to the sign.
3. When the bell rings, teachers will call out their student's name and take their students into the school.
4. Staff members without classes will remain on the tarmac and kindergarten area and collect any students who did not go in with a class. They will help these students get into a class.
If it’s raining… Primary and Junior students will be directed to the gym where classes will be posted and teachers will be available to direct students.
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 might not be fully covered by Provincial health care or employer group insurance plans.
The Upper Grand District School board is empowered under The Education Act to offer Accident and Life Insurance for students.
See the Upper Grand District School Board Director’s letter to families posted on our website containing information with respect to two Programs available for the purchase of Student Accident Insurance. The Insuremykids Program is offered through Old Republic Insurance Company of Canada and the Studyinsured Program is underwritten by Certain Lloyds’s Underwriters through AON Insurance.
Each program offers a variety of options, including family rates at affordable prices. The cost must be paid by the parent or guardian. Paper copies of the application are no longer available. Purchase is done directly on line or by contacting the Provider:
www.insuremykids.com or call toll free 1-800-463-5437
www.studyinsuredstudentaccident.com or call toll free 1-833-560-0527.
For today’s active children, especially those who participate in field trips, co-curricular and other school activities outside the school day, Student Accident Insurance is recommended.
Date: September 2, 2025
Length: Full Day
Elementary & Secondary AM Topics:
Mentally Healthy Return to School
UDL - Literacy & Math
Tackling Racism
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Elementary & Secondary PM Topics:
UGDSB School Staff Policy & Procedures Overview and Keeping Students Safe
Student-Well Being, School Safety and Violence Prevention
Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): Independent/Individual
Elementary & Secondary Description:
Elementary and Secondary staff will build a strong foundation for the year by engaging in professional learning that prioritizes a mentally healthy return to school for all students. They will deepen their understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), with a particular emphasis on strategies that support literacy and mathematics. Teachers will use UDL to identify and challenge racism, reflecting on their own practices and implementing strategies that foster equitable and inclusive classrooms. In addition, they will explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help teachers streamline their own professional learning. In the afternoon staff will review various policies and information related to health, safety, student well-being, and keeping students safe.
