National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) starts now! This year NAAW will be celebrated between May 31 to June 6, 2026, and is using the theme “Building a strong, accessible Canada. Learn more on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15843

Celebrating National Indigenous History Month this June. Learn more: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/16137

The UGDSB’s June Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about Indigenous History Month & Pride Month, Sustainable Procurement Practices, Policy Updates and more! We’re looking forward to a great month ahead! LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/communications-newsletter

Celebrating Pride 2026: Building Spaces of Belonging Across the UGDSB. Wishing you all a joyful, safe, and inspiring Pride Month. https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/16034

National AccessAbility Week is approaching. This year NAAW will be celebrated between May 31 to June 6, 2026, and is using the theme “Building a strong, accessible Canada.” Learn more on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15843

Jewish Heritage Month Celebration
Wednesday May 27, 2026
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Guelph Civic Museum

A reminder that all UGDSB schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 18th. We hope that everyone has a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

Today is World Education Support Personnel Day! Education is a team effort, and our schools and offices would not be the same without the dedication and hard work of our support personnel. Thank you for the vital role you play in creating safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environments for UGDSB students and staff every day.

“I am because we are.”
UBUNTU is a culturally grounded summer mental health program designed specifically for Black youth in Grades 7-12. Through connection, creativity, wellness practices, and peer support, students will build skills, confidence, and community.
Learn more at the Parent Information Night on June 3 at 7:30 p.m. via Google Meet. Info: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15768
UBUNTU is a culturally grounded summer mental health program designed specifically for Black youth in Grades 7-12. Through connection, creativity, wellness practices, and peer support, students will build skills, confidence, and community.
Learn more at the Parent Information Night on June 3 at 7:30 p.m. via Google Meet. Info: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/15768

Westside School Council presents an evening of Self Care Workshops hosted at Westside Secondary School
An opportunity to connect with your student; take part in workshops such as Yoga, Gardening with potted plants, Sparkle Jars and more.
When: Wednesday May 20th, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Who: Westside Secondary Students and their caregivers/parents/guardians
Location: Westside Cafe & Theatre
Please register as Pizza will be provided for all participants - scan the QR Code or follow the link here: https://forms.gle/hy7dZYaJTdNAZDrx7

We end the week by celebrating our learning, our well-being, and our community. #MHUG
What did you learn about yourself this Mental Health and Education Week?
What did you learn about yourself this Mental Health and Education Week?

We end the week by celebrating our learning, our well-being, and our community. #MHUG
What did you learn about yourself this Mental Health and Education Week?
What did you learn about yourself this Mental Health and Education Week?

We are almost done Mental Health and Education Week! Today we are exploring strengthening connections. Being kind and inclusive helps everyone feel like they matter and belong at school. #MHUG

Today we are exploring confidence. Feeling supported helps us take risks, make mistakes, and grow as learners. #MHUG

Today we are focusing on calming our minds. When we calm our minds, we’re better able to focus, solve problems, and learn new things. #MHUG

This week is Mental Health and Education week. Throughout the week we will be exploring the theme, “Feel Well, Think Well, Learn Well...Together.”
Today we are looking at self-care. Taking care of our mental and physical health helps us feel strong and ready to start the week. #MHUG
Thank you so much Keira P for designing the Logo for the 2026 Mental Health and Education Week. Keira’s logo was picked by the Mental Health and Education committee from all the submissions we received.
Thank you to all other students who participated in the logo contest and submitted a logo.
Today we are looking at self-care. Taking care of our mental and physical health helps us feel strong and ready to start the week. #MHUG
Thank you so much Keira P for designing the Logo for the 2026 Mental Health and Education Week. Keira’s logo was picked by the Mental Health and Education committee from all the submissions we received.
Thank you to all other students who participated in the logo contest and submitted a logo.






