Good afternoon,

With today's inclement weather day at Westside, the UGDSB has revised the exam schedule as shown below:

Exam Day 3 and Exam Day 4 to be scheduled on Friday

Exam Day 3 - Friday morning
Exam Day 4 - Friday afternoon


Grade 9 - With the exception of Grade 9 1W Math classes writing EQAO, all remaining Grade 9 subject examinations for Semester 1 will be cancelled, and final marks will be based on term work and culminating activities.

Grades 10–12- To accommodate the need to schedule two examinations within a single day, teachers of Grades 10–12 are asked to adjust their examinations to a maximum length of 1.5 hours.

Tues Jan 27 - No Buses (Instructional Day)
Wed Jan 28 - Exam Day 1
Thurs Jan 29 - Exam Day 2
Fri Jan 30 - AM - Exam 3 - PM - Exam 4
Mon Feb 2 - PA Day
Tues Feb 3 - PA Day
Wed Feb 4 - 1st Day of Class Sem 2

Teachers will use their professional judgment in planning and administering exams and will be mindful of the challenges students may face when writing two exams in one day.
We appreciate your patience and support as we navigate this exam period.

Janine Grin
Principal

3 months ago, Meagan Misev
Exam update 5
Today is Family Literacy Day! This year’s theme is “Make Mealtime Family Time.” How can you incorporate literacy into your family time? Learn more about Family Literacy Day on the board website: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13664

#FamilyLiteracyDay #FLD2026
3 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A graphic showing a family at mealtime

Semester 2 Timetables - Available Online Now!

Please see the instructions below on how you/your student can view their Semester 2 timetable online.
 
Timetables: Students can view their timetables online through Edsembli connect. 
Website: ConnectEdStudent Portal - 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 2 - Term 1 - GO

If your student needs to make any changes, they are to make an appointment with our Guidance team.
Please note that not all changes will be possible as many classes are already full.  Students should check in with Student Services to check availability of our Guidance Team.

4 months ago, Meagan Misev
We’re only a few weeks away from February, which is Black History Month. Black History Month is a time when people across Canada learn about and honour the history, achievements, and contributions of Black Canadians and their communities. Throughout the month, we will celebrate Black excellence, learn from history, and reflect on how we can continue to act, today and into the future. We’ll start with a look at the Canadian perspective, then throughout February we’ll dig into the work being done in the UGDSB.

#BlackHistoryMonth #BHMCanada #BlackBrilliance
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Digital poster with black background and text that says 'Black History Month. Past, present, future."
Snow outside? That’s snow problem! Join in the celebration of Winter Walk/Wheel Day on February 4, 2026. Find activities and resources here: https://ontarioactiveschooltravel.ca/winter-walk-day/ #WinterWalkDay
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Go for a walk it's snow much fun. A child walking outside in the snow. Winter Walk Day is Feb 4
Tuesday January 20, 2026 - Due to inclement weather, Transportation Services have cancelled busses in Dufferin County, Zone 4. Schools remain open for Staff and Students.
4 months ago, Meagan Misev
zone 4
ICYMI - Kindergarten Registration is happening January 6th to January 30th, 2026 until 4 p.m. The 4 p.m. deadline on January 30th is for French Immersion applications only. Learn more about Kindergarten Registration on the board website. https://www.ugdsb.ca/kindergarten
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is coming soon: Here’s what you need to know
Monday January 19, 2026 - Transportation Services in Dufferin County Division 4 have been cancelled today. Schools are OPEN for Staff and Students to attend.
4 months ago, Meagan Misev
division 4
Thursday January 15, 2026 Due to inclement weather, all UGDSB schools and offices are closed today to staff and students. Students are to shift to remote learning, where possible. Staff should not report to work in person, and should shift to remote working where possible. All buses and taxis are cancelled to Upper Grand schools. Please stat safe
4 months ago, Meagan Misev
inclement weather
Information for elementary and secondary parents/guardians: January 29-30, 2026, PA Days: https://www.ugdsb.ca/article/13263
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
ugdsb pa day info
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/
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Two kids walking in the snow it says Physical activity can improve your mood, health and focus in class. Let's walk Winter Walk 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
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A pink and blue graphic with colourful crayons that advertises kindergarten registration
January 9, 2026 - Transportation services have cancalled busses in the Dufferin County area. Schools remain open for students.
4 months ago, Meagan Misev
Division 4
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.
4 months ago, Meagan Misev
Zone4
Due to inclement weather, UGDSB Community Use of Schools is cancelled tonight (January 6, 2026) in ALL zones.
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
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
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A graphic with a cartoon computer that says the BASP survey is now live
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
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is coming soon: Here’s what you need to know
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.
4 months ago, Meagan Misev
Division 4
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
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is coming soon: Here’s what you need to know Visit the board website
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
4 months ago, Upper Grand District School Board
A yellow graphic that says coping with stress
Some stress can motivate us to complete things and help us at times. Too much stress, on the other hand, can be problematic and have overall negative impacts on our thinking, our bodies and our performance.
Start conversations about what stress is and how it feels.
When you’re overwhelmed, try naming your feelings and explaining the strategy you’re using to cope.
Activity: Take three slow, deep breaths from the lower belly. Inhale through the nose and exhale slowly through the mouth. Try this before meals, at bedtime, or before activities that might feel stressful.
Championing Health and Well being: Did you know? According to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) prolonged stress increases the risk of mental-health issues like anxiety or depression, and physical problems such as headaches, muscle tension, digestive issues, fatigue, sleep problems, and even cardiovascular risks (2025)