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About Us

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The Terry James Resource Centre (TJRC) is the Upper Grand District School Board’s one-stop-shop for materials and resources for UGDSB staff. From the media centre and resource centre to 3D printing, and online resources, the TJRC has everything staff need to succeed and pass that success on to UGDSB students.

Monday to Thursday - 8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Friday - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Closed on weekends & holidays

UGDSBCollaborations

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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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Working hard to make honey can cause stress for a bee. But meditation creates a calm feeling in me. 158.12 SIL
Author: Frank J. Sileo
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Wooden boards features 8 simple breathing patterns that are easy for kids to learn and practice. As children master each pattern, they’ll learn to self-soothe and breathe through their big feelings.
KIT 152 C02
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Kit contains yoga mats, and a set of suggested stretching exercises or yoga poses for mind and body fitness
KIT 610 M01