Westside Secondary School

Problem solving is an everyday skill that impacts all parts of a student’s academic and personal success. Students with strong problem-solving skills are more able to approach prob...

Dear Parents and Families, Re: Racism, Discrimination, and Inclusivity At the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), we are dedicated to creating a learning environment wher...

Please see the letter on behaviour expectations from the Board in this LINK.

At the October 29, 2024 Board meeting, the following policy items were approved : Policy 216 - Communications Policy 300 - Emergency Procedures Policy 322 - Safe...

Join us next Tuesday, November 5, at 6:00 p.m. in the Library Learning Commons for our next School Council meeting! Rob Marchildon, Head of Guidance, will be presenting on prepari...

As Halloween approaches, we want to ensure that it is a fun, safe, and inclusive day for everyone at Westside S.S. Students are welcome to wear costumes, but please note that costu...

Upper Grand District School Board parents/guardians/caregivers are invited to join Pine River Institute's Centre for Family Initiatives Positive Parenting Webinar Series. The ser...

PIC will be hosting a Parent/Community Event on November 25, 2024 .

The strongest power of any cyberhero is knowing their limits. Taking care of personal wellbeing by knowing to rest, pause, and when to set boundaries in their use of digital techn...

We're thrilled to announce the new app for Upper Grand DSB - UG Connect! It's everything Upper Grand DSB , in your pocket. With the new app, you can access documents, events,...

Pink Day is our school’s largest spirit day of the year, raising money for BCC’s Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser. In the days leading up to Pink Day, students donate money in e...

Upper Grand District School Board parents/guardians/caregivers are invited to join Pine River Institute's Centre for Family Initiatives Positive Parenting Webinar Series. The ser...

We are all hearing of the rapid technological advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Are you using generative AI tools or considering them? Get to know the risks and con...

Please see below for more information regarding our School Emergency Response Training and Annual Drills.

The province has released the 2023-24 EQAO results, and the Upper Grand District School Board continues to make achievement gains in math and literacy, while continuing to outperfo...

October is internationally recognized as cyber security awareness month to help the public learn more about the importance of cyber security, which includes online safety, and onl...

This year, the Upper Grand District School Board will commemorate National Truth and Reconciliation Week from September 23-30 with the continued focus on learning and action. Ed...

In the UGDSB, we know how important school attendance and established routines are for students to build knowledge, skills and confidence. Regular attendance is more than just a r...

GUELPH, ON – World Suicide Prevention Day is a chance for everyone to work together in promoting awareness about suicide: those impacted by a suicide attempt or loss, family and f...

Dear parents, caregivers and families, Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! The staff at the Upper Grand can’t wait to welcome back all students and welcome those students who...