New times have been added to book your Grade 12 Grad Photos in January.
BookMyGrad.ca
School Code: WSS
**student number is required for booking.
Don’t hibernate, celebrate! #WinterWalkDay is happening on February 4, 2026. Grab your family and friends for the #JourneyOutside this winter! Learn more: https://ontarioactiveschooltravel.ca/winterwalk-day/
ICYMI: Kindergarten registration within the Upper Grand District School Board for the 2026-2027 school year opened January 6 for both English and French Immersion. A reminder that the on-time window for French Immersion applications is January 30th at 4pm. Get more info at ugdsb.ca/kindergarten
January 9, 2026 - Transportation services have cancalled busses in the Dufferin County area.
Schools remain open for students.
January 7, 2026 - Transportation Services have cancelled busses in Dufferin County. No busses will be running today.
Schools will be open for students to attend.
Due to inclement weather, UGDSB Community Use of Schools is cancelled tonight (January 6, 2026) in ALL zones.
The Upper Grand District School Board Before and/or After School Program (BASP) survey is now open to parents and guardians. Please visit the board website for more information: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13197
Kindergarten registration within the UGDSB for the 2026-2027 school year is now open for both English and French Immersion. The registration period is January 6 to 30th, 2026. Get more info at ugdsb.ca/kindergarten
January 6, 2026 - Transportation Services have cancelled busses in Dufferin County. No busses will be running today.
Schools will be open for students to attend.
Don’t forget that Kindergarten Registration opens TOMORROW (January 6th). The FI on-time application window closes January 30 at 4 p.m. Learn more on the board website. https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten
Welcome back students and staff! This month for Wellness Works we will be exploring strategies to cope with stress. Learn more on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13088
Classes for students resume on Monday January 5, 2026. Happy Winter Break UG!
Kindergarten Registration for next year is opening in January! Learn more about the Kindergarten Program and the UGDSB: https://www.elorafergustoday.com/spotlight/upper-grand-district-school-board-kindergarten-a-caring-start-for-every-child-11624698
Due to today’s weather, the following schools are currently without power: Westside SS, Montgomery Village PS, Spencer Avenue PS. Students are safe and supervised. Parents are welcome to pick up their children if they are able to.
Is your child starting kindergarten in September 2026? Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens January 6th and runs until January 30th at 4 p.m. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten
The season can be tough for many families, but you can make a real impact. Westside Secondary School is collecting donations until December 15 to provide gift cards and essential items tailored to those in need in the Westside community.
Every contribution—big or small—helps share warmth, joy, and kindness.
Donations can be made on School Cash Online
Westside Secondary School Winter Art Show & Concert
Thursday December 11, 2025
6pm - 8pm
Thursday December 11, 2025
6pm - 8pm
ICYMI - Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens January 6th and runs until January 30th at 4 p.m. https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten
Wellness Works: This December we are exploring Authenticity. Learn more on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/12604
Westside SS is hosting their Grade 8 Information night TOMORROW (November 26, 2025) at 6:00pm. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/grade-8-information-nights
