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Terry James Resource Centre is a library and printing centre open to all educators and employees at Upper Grand District School Board. We provide staff with access to resources - print, hands-on, and digital - as well as printing services, project support, and collaborative workspaces.

Our dedicated and experienced team is available on site to help with questions and offer guidance around everything from finding books and accessing streaming videos, to using the laminators and requesting supplies. And if you aren’t able to visit in person, not to worry - we’re only an email away. 

Whatever your role at Upper Grand District School Board, TJRC is here to help you do what you do best!

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Indigenous Education

TJRC provides texts recommended by the Indigenous Education team for teaching and learning and for recreational reading. Explore our resource list to learn more!

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Equity & Inclusion

TJRC is committed to championing equity. Follow the link to learn more about how we provide resources and environments that are diverse, inclusive, and supportive for all.

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French

TJRC works with the French Program team to develop and curate resources that support Core French and French Immersion instruction. Follow the link to learn more!

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Student Mental Health

In partnership with Student Mental Health, TJRC provides resources to support UGDSB's Wellness Works program. Explore our resource list to learn more!

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Communication, Language & Speech

In partnership with CLS, we loan out communication devices like Go Talks, switches and buttons, and Talking Brix. Explore this resource list to learn more!

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Math

In collaboration with the Math Program team, TJRC provides Ozobots, Sphero, dice games, and other math manipulatives. Visit our resource list to explore these kits and more!

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Health & Physical Education

TJRC works with the Program team to provide hands-on learning resources for health and physical education, like picklebal, bocce, and disc golf. Follow the link to learn more!

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Science

In collaboration with the Science Program team, TJRC provides Climate Action micro:bits, Snap Circuits, and microviewers. Visit our resource list to explore these kits and more!

TJRC CollectionSpotlight

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In this book, readers will learn how to identify conflicts, address individual mistakes, and work together to resolve disagreements and problems within a group setting or project. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset.
Author: Abby Colich 153.4 COL
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Creative thinking game for problem solvers. The Extraordinaires are over the top characters with extraordinary needs. It's your job to design the objects they need to fit their worlds. Students will be introduced to the world of design in a fun and engaging way.
KIT 701 E01
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To save the world, one must play video games. Sounds ridiculous, right? But in reality many people are looking to video games to tackle many of the world's problems. Take a closer look at the ways in which video games can help save the world.
Author Heather E Schwartz 794.8 SCH