Dear Parents, Guardians, Caregivers and/or Families:
UGDSB recognizes and acknowledges Truth and Reconciliation Week each year during the final week in September. Staff are provided with carefully selected content and activities that help students engage respectfully in learning about the Residential School System in Canada. Through age-appropriate texts, media and literature in classrooms, students will learn from survivors and intergenerational survivors about the impacts that the residential school system has, and continues to have on, Indigenous families, communities, and peoples in what is now commonly referred to as Canada.
Staff are provided with slide decks of vetted resources from the Indigenous Education Team and guidance on how to incorporate this content into their classrooms safely and respectfully. Classes are also invited to participate in online sessions offered throughout the week from the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. As students learn about Indigenous histories, it is also the goal that their learning will lead to a greater understanding of, and appreciation for, the resilience, resistance and resurgence within Indigenous communities and Peoples today.
For some students, these topics may create strong emotions or at times might trigger students who have, or whose families have, experienced trauma and/or are Indigenous Peoples who have been impacted by the Residential School System. We want to ensure that families, particularly Indigenous families, know that this content will be covered in classes, so that they can make informed choices about their child’s participation. The goal of this learning is to develop and deepen students’ knowledge and understanding of Canada’s past, and to do so in ways that are safe, respectful, and appropriate for all students.
For many generations, First Nations, Métis and Inuit children did not learn about themselves in school and their right to safe and equitable education was denied. Teaching about the Residential School System in UGDSB schools is part of our commitment to fulfilling the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action 62 to “make age-appropriate curriculum on residential schools, Treaties, and Aboriginal peoples’ historical and contemporary contributions to Canada a mandatory education requirement for Kindergarten to Grade Twelve students.”
Citizenship education is an important facet of students’ overall education and part of the Ontario curriculum. Truth and Reconciliation Week gives students opportunities to learn what it means to be a responsible, active citizen and how they might work towards reconciliation throughout their lifetimes and within their local communities.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your classroom teacher/school.
UGDSB recognizes and acknowledges Truth and Reconciliation Week each year during the final week in September. Staff are provided with carefully selected content and activities that help students engage respectfully in learning about the Residential School System in Canada. Through age-appropriate texts, media and literature in classrooms, students will learn from survivors and intergenerational survivors about the impacts that the residential school system has, and continues to have on, Indigenous families, communities, and peoples in what is now commonly referred to as Canada.
Staff are provided with slide decks of vetted resources from the Indigenous Education Team and guidance on how to incorporate this content into their classrooms safely and respectfully. Classes are also invited to participate in online sessions offered throughout the week from the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. As students learn about Indigenous histories, it is also the goal that their learning will lead to a greater understanding of, and appreciation for, the resilience, resistance and resurgence within Indigenous communities and Peoples today.
For some students, these topics may create strong emotions or at times might trigger students who have, or whose families have, experienced trauma and/or are Indigenous Peoples who have been impacted by the Residential School System. We want to ensure that families, particularly Indigenous families, know that this content will be covered in classes, so that they can make informed choices about their child’s participation. The goal of this learning is to develop and deepen students’ knowledge and understanding of Canada’s past, and to do so in ways that are safe, respectful, and appropriate for all students.
For many generations, First Nations, Métis and Inuit children did not learn about themselves in school and their right to safe and equitable education was denied. Teaching about the Residential School System in UGDSB schools is part of our commitment to fulfilling the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action 62 to “make age-appropriate curriculum on residential schools, Treaties, and Aboriginal peoples’ historical and contemporary contributions to Canada a mandatory education requirement for Kindergarten to Grade Twelve students.”
Citizenship education is an important facet of students’ overall education and part of the Ontario curriculum. Truth and Reconciliation Week gives students opportunities to learn what it means to be a responsible, active citizen and how they might work towards reconciliation throughout their lifetimes and within their local communities.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your classroom teacher/school.
Good morning Paisley families,
we would like to send a big thank you to everyone who purchased a jar(s) of honey in support of our recreational programs at Paisley Road Public School. With your support in this fundraiser we sold over 150 jars which will add a significant contribution towards our fundraising goal in building a new play structure at Paisley.
We would like to remind you that if you pre-ordered honey through school cash online and did not pick it up at the open house last night that your honey will now be available for pickup at Benjamin's Bodega, address listed below.
Benjamin's Bodega | Sip & Shop
88 Waterloo Ave Guelph ON N1H3H8
Business Hours:
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday - Friday 7:30am-5pm
Saturday 9am-6pm
Sunday 10am-4pm
If you require special accommodation for accessibility reasons and cannot pick up at the designated pickup location, please reach out to the Parent Council, we can move your honey from the designated location back to the school. However, it is required to be picked up by an adult and not sent home in children's backpacks.
Parent Council: paisleyroadparentcouncil@gmail.com
Next Parent Council meeting date: Tuesday October 21 in the school library or online from 6:30pm-8pm.
Link for attending the meeting remotely will be attached to our mailing list. Please also send parent council an email if you would like to be on the mailing list, a part of the parent council or volunteer for future fundraising events like this one.
Thank you,
Brittney
Co-Chair Parent Council
Hello Paisley Panthers!
Clothing orders are open online for students, staff and parents. Many items raise a small amount of funds for school-wide projects. This order window is open until October 24 with free, to-school shipping in early November. If your order contains a gift, please say so in the notes and your order will be held at the office for pick-up instead of being delivered to your child's class to go home. This is one great way to show some school spirit!
http://bit.ly/46FdpFd
Clothing orders are open online for students, staff and parents. Many items raise a small amount of funds for school-wide projects. This order window is open until October 24 with free, to-school shipping in early November. If your order contains a gift, please say so in the notes and your order will be held at the office for pick-up instead of being delivered to your child's class to go home. This is one great way to show some school spirit!
http://bit.ly/46FdpFd
Subway lunch orders for the month of October are now available on School Cash Online. Orders will close on Thursday, October 2nd, so be sure to place your order before the deadline.
Thank you for your continued support!
Please note that proceeds from Subway will be directed towards supporting school needs.
Thank you for your continued support!
Please note that proceeds from Subway will be directed towards supporting school needs.
POLICY UPDATES - At the September 23, 2025, Board meeting, the following updated policy was approved: Policy 111 - Use of School Board Resources for Elections. The following policy was released for public consultation: Policy 518 - Students with Life-Threatening Medical Conditions. To learn more and provide feedback, click here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/11294
On behalf of WDG Public Health, please see the information below indicating which vaccines students are eligible for and ways to submit vaccine records.
FOR ALL STUDENTS: View the Eligible Vaccine Letter
FOR JK/SK STUDENTS: View the JK/SK Letter: Submission of Vaccine Records
If there are questions, contact: Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health
Dear Paisley Road Families,
Your school council is excited to announce that Pizza Day is back for the 2025/2026 school year. We have partnered with Domino's Pizza this year who have been working closely with the Ministry of Education to develop a delicious and nutritious pizza offering for Ontario students. We know that there have been challenges with students getting uniform slices in the past so we have decided to move to 8 slices per pizza instead of 10 which is easier for the provider to slice consistently and results in a decidedly bigger slice. We've also moved up to a 15" pizza to make sure everyone goes home with full bellies. With all of that said, we have decided to increase the price to $2 per slice this year.
Pizza sales are open now on School Cash Online. There will be NO same day cash sales for this pizza session which will run from October 9th to December 18th.
As always, the profits from pizza will help bring amazing programs and opportunities to our kids at school. Some of these include field trip funding, school yard equipment, classroom supports, library and builder space improvements and a whole lot more. If you're interested in learning how school council funds are allocated or about any of the other initiatives that council is currently undertaking, please join us for our next meeting on Tuesday October 21st at 6:30pm in the school library.
Thanks,
Your School Council
Your school council is excited to announce that Pizza Day is back for the 2025/2026 school year. We have partnered with Domino's Pizza this year who have been working closely with the Ministry of Education to develop a delicious and nutritious pizza offering for Ontario students. We know that there have been challenges with students getting uniform slices in the past so we have decided to move to 8 slices per pizza instead of 10 which is easier for the provider to slice consistently and results in a decidedly bigger slice. We've also moved up to a 15" pizza to make sure everyone goes home with full bellies. With all of that said, we have decided to increase the price to $2 per slice this year.
Pizza sales are open now on School Cash Online. There will be NO same day cash sales for this pizza session which will run from October 9th to December 18th.
As always, the profits from pizza will help bring amazing programs and opportunities to our kids at school. Some of these include field trip funding, school yard equipment, classroom supports, library and builder space improvements and a whole lot more. If you're interested in learning how school council funds are allocated or about any of the other initiatives that council is currently undertaking, please join us for our next meeting on Tuesday October 21st at 6:30pm in the school library.
Thanks,
Your School Council
OPEN HOUSE/MATH NIGHT REMINDER:
We are excited to have you join us for our Open House/Family Math Night on Thursday, September 25th from 6:30-7:30. Youw will have an opportunity to meet your child/ren's teacher and learn a fun math game or two. We look forward to seeing you.
We are excited to have you join us for our Open House/Family Math Night on Thursday, September 25th from 6:30-7:30. Youw will have an opportunity to meet your child/ren's teacher and learn a fun math game or two. We look forward to seeing you.
Welcome Information for Newcomers (WIN) Event
Hello families,
I hope you had a wonderful summer.
Immigrant Services would like to invite you to the Welcome Information for Newcomers (WIN) Event, where you can receive assistance with setting up the school cash online and other supports.
Date: October 1st
Time: 10:30am -12:30pm
Location: Paisley Road Public School~Library Learning Commons
We look forward to welcoming you and supporting your family.
Hello families,
I hope you had a wonderful summer.
Immigrant Services would like to invite you to the Welcome Information for Newcomers (WIN) Event, where you can receive assistance with setting up the school cash online and other supports.
Date: October 1st
Time: 10:30am -12:30pm
Location: Paisley Road Public School~Library Learning Commons
We look forward to welcoming you and supporting your family.
UGDSB families of students in grades K-12+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder are invited to access valuable resources and guidance through the upcoming virtual series, Creating Connection and Supporting Transitions. Learn more about the series here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/11159
📣 Calling all Casual EAs and Emergency EAs!
Looking for a flexible way to support students this school year? Join us at one of our upcoming UGDSB Job Fairs!
Guelph & Area: October 15, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Guelph Board Office
Orangeville & Area: October 22, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Grant Evans Education Centre
Meet our team, explore supply roles, and learn more about working with UGDSB.
📌 Additional details to follow soon!
Looking for a flexible way to support students this school year? Join us at one of our upcoming UGDSB Job Fairs!
Guelph & Area: October 15, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Guelph Board Office
Orangeville & Area: October 22, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Grant Evans Education Centre
Meet our team, explore supply roles, and learn more about working with UGDSB.
📌 Additional details to follow soon!
📚 Book Fair Coming Next Week! 📚
We’re excited to share that our Book Fair will be happening next week! This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to explore a wide selection of books. We look forward to seeing our families join in and engage with the many great reads we have to offer.
We’re excited to share that our Book Fair will be happening next week! This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to explore a wide selection of books. We look forward to seeing our families join in and engage with the many great reads we have to offer.
Please join us on Thursday, September 25th for Family Math Night! Families will have the opportunity to visit your child/rens classroom where they will teach you a math game that can be played at home. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, September 25th!
Dear Families,
Our battery recycling program is in full swing! Please feel free to drop off any used batteries at the school to support this initiative.
Drop off can take place during our Open House on Thursday, February 25th—we truly appreciate your support and involvement in our school community.
Our battery recycling program is in full swing! Please feel free to drop off any used batteries at the school to support this initiative.
Drop off can take place during our Open House on Thursday, February 25th—we truly appreciate your support and involvement in our school community.
Are you looking for important dates for this school year, such as PA Days and holidays? Check out the School Year Calendars posted on the UGDSB website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/school-year-calendars
Welcome Paisley Families!
We are excited to share that the school year is off to a smooth and successful start. Our students have settled in wonderfully, and learning is already underway across our classrooms.
To help you stay connected, our School Website is updated regularly and serves as a one-stop hub for important school information. We encourage families to check the website weekly for updates, reminders, and upcoming events.
As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability, we ask families to support our “Litter-Less Lunches” initiative by packing food in reusable containers whenever possible. By reducing single-use plastics and disposable items, we can work together to lessen waste and protect our environment.
Thank you for supporting our efforts to build a greener future and to instill these important values in our students. If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
We appreciate your continued support and partnership!
We are excited to share that the school year is off to a smooth and successful start. Our students have settled in wonderfully, and learning is already underway across our classrooms.
To help you stay connected, our School Website is updated regularly and serves as a one-stop hub for important school information. We encourage families to check the website weekly for updates, reminders, and upcoming events.
As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability, we ask families to support our “Litter-Less Lunches” initiative by packing food in reusable containers whenever possible. By reducing single-use plastics and disposable items, we can work together to lessen waste and protect our environment.
Thank you for supporting our efforts to build a greener future and to instill these important values in our students. If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
We appreciate your continued support and partnership!
Booster Juice
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to announce that orders for Booster Juice smoothies are now open! You can place your order in one of two ways:
Online: Visit www.boostyourlunch.com to place your order at any time.
Order Form: Complete the order form sent home with your child, enclose cash or a cheque in the provided envelope, and return it to the school by the return date.
Please note that envelope orders must be submitted to the school by the morning of September 15th. Online orders can be placed at your convenience.
Thank you for your support!
Please note that proceeds from Booster Juice will be directed towards supporting school needs.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to announce that orders for Booster Juice smoothies are now open! You can place your order in one of two ways:
Online: Visit www.boostyourlunch.com to place your order at any time.
Order Form: Complete the order form sent home with your child, enclose cash or a cheque in the provided envelope, and return it to the school by the return date.
Please note that envelope orders must be submitted to the school by the morning of September 15th. Online orders can be placed at your convenience.
Thank you for your support!
Please note that proceeds from Booster Juice will be directed towards supporting school needs.
The UGDSB’s September Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about registering for school, how to get school bus notifications, helpful links and resources on the UGDSB website, and more. We’re looking forward to a great month ahead!
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/communications-newsletter
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/communications-newsletter
A reminder of some important dates next week. Monday Sept. 1 is a holiday, Tuesday Sept. 2 is a PA Day, and Wednesday Sept. 3 is the first day of school! We can't wait to see you!
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!
