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
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
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
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!
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!
POLICY UPDATES - At the September 23, 2025, Board meeting, the following updated policy was approved: Policy 111 - Use of School Board Resources for Elections. The following policy was released for public consultation: Policy 518 - Students with Life-Threatening Medical Conditions. To learn more and provide feedback, click here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/11294
UGDSB families of students in grades K-12+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder are invited to access valuable resources and guidance through the upcoming virtual series, Creating Connection and Supporting Transitions. Learn more about the series here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/11159
📣 Calling all Casual EAs and Emergency EAs!
Looking for a flexible way to support students this school year? Join us at one of our upcoming UGDSB Job Fairs!
Guelph & Area: October 15, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Guelph Board Office
Orangeville & Area: October 22, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Grant Evans Education Centre
Meet our team, explore supply roles, and learn more about working with UGDSB.
📌 Additional details to follow soon!
Looking for a flexible way to support students this school year? Join us at one of our upcoming UGDSB Job Fairs!
Guelph & Area: October 15, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Guelph Board Office
Orangeville & Area: October 22, 2025, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM I Grant Evans Education Centre
Meet our team, explore supply roles, and learn more about working with UGDSB.
📌 Additional details to follow soon!
The UGDSB is inviting high school students to join a Robotics Team this fall. Students in Grades 9-12 will have the chance to learn from industry mentors while designing, building, and competing in exciting robotics matches. Learn more here: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/11050
Picture Day
Thursday September 18, 2025
Thursday September 18, 2025
Are you looking for important dates for this school year, such as PA Days and holidays? Check out the School Year Calendars posted on the UGDSB website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/school-year-calendars
The UGDSB’s September Communications Newsletter is out! In this month's issue we have information about registering for school, how to get school bus notifications, helpful links and resources on the UGDSB website, and more. We’re looking forward to a great month ahead!
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/communications-newsletter
LINK: https://www.ugdsb.ca/o/ugdsb/page/communications-newsletter
Back to School - Westside Secondary School
A reminder of some important dates next week. Monday Sept. 1 is a holiday, Tuesday Sept. 2 is a PA Day, and Wednesday Sept. 3 is the first day of school! We can't wait to see you!
Login Access will be changing this year for Student UGCloud accounts. Log in now to change your password for a quick start on September 3rd!
Westside Secondary School Grade 9 Orientation
Are you entering Grade 9 this year? Then this day is for you!
Timetables - Online Now!
Please see the instructions below on how you/your student can view their 2025 - 2026 School Timetable online.
Timetable Instructions:
Website: Student Portal - ConnectEd for Students https://connect.edsembli.com/on/ugdsb/wss/portal/viewer/login/login.aspx?logintype=S
Username: First 3 letters of the student’s usual name and the student’s full surname. (eg. John Smith will be johsmith).
Password: The student’s 9 digit OEN. This number can be found on a report card to the right of their name.
Timetables Drop Down
This Year View - Summary Semester 1 - Term 1 - GO
If your student needs to make any changes, they are to make an appointment with our Guidance team during the first week of school. Please note that not all changes will be possible as many classes are already full. Please visit Student Services during the first week of school for conflicts.
It’s time to pick up your diploma—the official recognition of your hard work and achievement. Stop by to collect the document that marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of your next. You've earned it.
Pick up is available Monday through Thursday, between 9am to 3pm.
Pick up is available Monday through Thursday, between 9am to 3pm.
Diploma Pickup
Diplomas will be made available for pick up on:
Dates: Wednesday, July 9 - Friday, July 11, 2025
Time: 8:30am - 3:00pm
Location: Main Office, Westside Secondary School
If you have any questions regarding Diplomas or Graduation Requirements, please contact the school at 519-938-9355 ext 230.
Are you starting Grade 9 at Westside Secondary School in September?
You are invited to the Grade 9 Orientation where you will meet our Link Leaders, Tour the School, Get your Timetable and meet other Grade 9's!
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
8:45am - 12:30pm.
For questions, please contact
Student Services 519-938-9355 ext 250
Main Office 519-938-9355 ext 230
Cyber Safety and Human Trafficking Information Sessions
June 10 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Free | Shelburne Public Library - 201 Owen Sound Street, Shelburne
June 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Free | CMHA Waterloo Wellington, 737 Woolwich Street, Guelph
For more information and to register, please see attached flyer.
Service de Transport de Wellington-Dufferin Student Transportation Services
STWDSTS Spring Newsletters
Please see the spring newsletters from STWDSTS.
STWDSTS Spring Newsletter - English - https://drive.google.com/file/d/17F24lGlax0y08o0f3ZQkW7hyHuMX7npR/view
STWDSTS Spring Newsletter - French - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AnDs3tOvhQOLoFZ7vNYD1I84EHij4XRn/view
If there are questions, contact: STWDSTS at 519-824-4119