Our school information is posted on our school website at https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/prps. Please visit this regularly as we will be posting information/events here.  You may also wish to download the UGConnect App for iPhone and Android devices.  This will allow you to access all school information (calendar, messages, transportation, school cash online and more) at one location. THIS IS A REMINDER THAT OCT. 29TH IS PICURE DAY! PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR SMILE.
4 months ago, Carla Anderson
Message from the Principal
Choices Rewired - Screen Use and Substance Use Support

Choices Rewired is a partnership between Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), and the Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) to help parents and guardians support youth in making healthier choices around screen use and substance use. Families are encouraged to visit www.choicesrewired.ca to explore the resources and start conversations at home.
4 months ago, Carla Anderson
Screen use
A reminder that Friday October 24, 2025, is a PA Day for all Elementary schools in the UGDSB: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/11629
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
UGDSB PA Day info
Our school information is posted on our school website at https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/prps. Please visit this regularly as we will be posting information/events here. You may also wish to download the UGConnect App for iPhone and Android devices. This will allow you to access all school information (calendar, messages, transportation, school cash online, Twitter, School Messenger and more) at one location.
4 months ago, Carla Anderson
School Website
Paisley Family Handbook -Repost
We are reposting the post below from August,2025 for your information.

We are pleased to share our Family Handbook, which contains important information for families to help guide a successful school year. Inside, you’ll find details about the school year calendar, daily procedures, transportation and field trips, safety practices, clothing and school supplies, volunteering opportunities, parent communication, and much more.

Please take some time to review the handbook, as it is a valuable resource for both new and returning families.

📖 Click here to view the Family Handbook
4 months ago, Carla Anderson
Family Handbook

Digital access to IEPs for Parents/Guardians will be expanded for all students with IEPs. IEPs will be available for access on October 15, 2025. An instruction doc specific to accessing IEPs specific to accessing IEPs has been developed to guide Parents/Guardians through the initial setup of their UGDSB Family Portal account and accessing IEPs.

4 months ago, Carla Anderson
IEP
The UGDSB has launched its new Sustainability & Climate Action Plan (2025–2030)! Over the next five years, we’ll be reducing our carbon footprint, conserving energy and water, expanding recycling and composting, and empowering students to lead in climate action. Together, we’re building healthier, greener schools and communities — today and for future generations. Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/sustainability-and-climate-action-plan
5 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
The priority areas of the UGDSB Sustainability and Climate Action Plan.
Important Information
October Communications Newsletter
The October Communications Newsletter is out!
In this month's issue we have information about:
iWALK & iWHEEL Month
The UGDSB Family Portal
And more!

You can view the newsletter here:

https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter

Morning Arrival
Students are welcome to arrive at school at 8:40am or later which is when supervision begins.
Students can drop off their backpack at their line up location and then head to the main courtyard area until the bell rings. The field and playground are closed during this morning drop off time.
5 months ago, Carla Anderson
Don't Forget
Dear Paisley Road Families,

Pizza sales for the fall session will be closing on Sunday at midnight. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accept any late orders after this time. There will no "same day" cash sales for this pizza session.

Thanks for your ongoing support of School Council and our efforts to maintain Paisley Road as an amazing place for your kids to learn and grow.
5 months ago, Carla Anderson
pizza
Honey News and Pick Up Information
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
5 months ago, Carla Anderson
Screenshot 2025-10-02 at 11
The UGDSB’s October Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about iWALK & iWHEEL Month, the UGDSB Family Portal, and more! We’re looking forward to a great month ahead! LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter
5 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
"UGDSB Together - monthly newsletter"

We are currently seeking public input on Policy 518 - Students with Life-Threatening Medical Conditions.

This policy conveys the board’s commitment to supporting students with prevalent medical conditions, such as asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetes and epilepsy, to ensure they have full access to school in a safe, inclusive, and healthy environment. This includes fostering well-being and empowering students to manage their medical needs to the best of their ability.

To review the draft documents and provide feedback, visit the UGDSB website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/policy-518-students-with-life-threatening-medical-conditions

5 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Subway lunch orders beginning Monday 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.
5 months ago, Carla Anderson
DONT FORGET
Get to know the UGDSB’s Family Portal!
The UGDSB Family Portal puts your child’s school information in one secure place. See bus updates, IEPs, School Cash Online, reset students’ passwords, and more—anytime. It’s easy to use, with single sign-on for many tools (and we’re adding more). Get started: https://family.ugdsb.on.ca/. Need help? Please see this FAQ: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/family-portal-faq
5 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
The UGDSB Family Portal Launch
CHECK IT OUT! Orangeville & Area Job Fair

Join us at our Orangeville & Area Job Fair to explore supply opportunities as a Casual or Emergency Educational Assistant.

📍 Grant Evans Education Centre: 40 Amelia Street, Orangeville
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22, 2025
⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

✅ Take part in on-site interviews!

📲 Click the link below or scan the QR to sign up!
🔗 https://UGDSB_orangevillejobfair_EAEEA.eventbrite.ca

🙌 Be part of a team recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2025!
5 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Orangeville and Area Job Fair flyer
Hello Paisley Road Families,

Our first school fundraiser is here!

Fresh from the Farm is a unique fundraising partnership between the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association and our school community. By purchasing fresh apple and vegetable bundles, you can enjoy healthy, local produce for your family while also supporting Ontario farmers. Once orders are placed the school will keep you updated on dates and times for your pick up - this will happen between Nov. 3rd - Dec. 4th.

Paisley Road is excited to offer this opportunity for our families as part of our school fundraising efforts. Orders can be placed Monday September 29th until Tuesday October 14th 2025.

Place orders through this website: https://freshfromfarm.ca/pages/seller-profile?paisley-road-public-school-guelph

Thank you.
5 months ago, Carla Anderson
Fresh from the Farm
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.
5 months ago, Carla Anderson
Dear Families

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

5 months ago, Carla Anderson
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
5 months ago, Carla Anderson
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.
5 months ago, Carla Anderson
Subway