News & Announcements
ETFO Jan. 28 strike: All UGDSB elementary schools to close - UGDSB secondary schools will remain open
On Tuesday Jan. 28, all UGDSB ELEMENTARY schools will be closed to students due to the one-day ETFO strike, unless the strike is averted. Elementary schools will re-open to students on Jan. 29. All UGDSB SECONDARY schools will remain open to students on Jan. 28 and will operate as usual. Jan. 28 is an exam day in secondary schools; exams will continue as scheduled.
TRANSPORTATION: On Jan. 28, buses/student transportation for all UGDSB elementary students will be cancelled; transportation for UGDSB secondary students will run as normal.
COMMUNITY USE OF SCHOOLS AND CHILD CARE: Community Use of Schools and third-party operated child care centres remain open during this labour action. Some Before and/or After School Programs may be operating and each operator will communicate directly with families.
FEB 3-7 STRIKES: UGDSB elementary schools will be closed to students on Feb. 4 and Feb. 6, unless the ETFO strikes are averted. For additional details visit: http://ow.ly/iXz450y69uN
UPDATES: Please continue to check the board website for updates at www.ugdsb.ca/labour.
Information for parents/guardians about coronavirus
Information for UGDSB parents and guardians regarding coronavirus.
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Important letter regarding Term 1 Report Cards
Please read for important information about the impact current provincial job action will have on elementary Term 1 report cards.
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Important information about the Transportation website during strikes
Please read for important information about student transportation (busing) communication during a strike that results in the closure of schools to students.
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National Sweater Day is Feb. 6
Celebrate National Sweater Day on February 6th! National Sweater Day is a way to learn about the importance of saving energy and to inspire you to use less energy all winter. Heating accounts for 80% of residential energy use in Canada. If all Canadians lowered their thermostats by just 2 degrees Celsius this winter, ...NEW DATE: JK Registration & French Immersion On-Time Application Window
The French Immersion on-time application deadline has been extended to Monday January 20, 2020, at 4 p.m.
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Kindergarten Registration begins January 7th, 2020.
Registration for new UGDSB JK and SK students for September 2020 will take place at your child’s home school from January 7-17, 2020.
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After school programs from our Neighborhood Group
Options to keep those growing kids busy! Registration is now open for our After-School Series for January to March Break. This is part of our Youth Sports & Activity League. We are offering 11 hours of programming. (We will let you know SOON what we will be ...Read more about After school programs from our Neighborhood Group »
Video Surveillance at Ottawa Crescent
To ensure the safety and security of our school buildings, all schools in Upper Grand have video surveillance both inside and outside of the buildings. The use of video surveillance is governed by strict policy and training to ensure a balance of security and privacy. Our policy regarding video surveillance ...Do you have a child starting JK or SK in September 2020?
The Upper Grand District School Board is hosting four Kindergarten registration INFORMATION nights in November and December 2019.
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Spirit Wear order begins on Monday
Have a peak at our spirit wear order form here. Order deadline is Nov. 28. Size samples will be available at the school to try on from Nov. 18-22. Orders can be made with the order forms coming home, or online through School Cash.Construction Notice – Stevenson Street North
Stevenson Street North will be closed from Elizabeth Street to Eramosa Road for construction. Construction will start on November 11th and will take about three weeks to complete, weather permitting. Pedestrian access will be maintained. However, the east sidewalk will be closed at 1 Stevenson Street North. Pedestrians will need to ...Read more about Construction Notice – Stevenson Street North »
Important information regarding WHY Survey – a joint survey between UGDSB and WDG Public Health
This year Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health are collecting information on student health and well-being from youth, parents and school staff. The Well-Being and Health Youth Surveys are designed to help us understand how well we are doing creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments in our schools. It also provides important information about the physical and mental health of youth in our area.
Re-take day is tomorrow
Picture re-take day is Friday Nov. 8th. Be sure your child indicates their desire to have a picture taken to their teacher, as not all students will be called down.Spirit Wear coming on Nov. 18
Check out our new logo!
Tons of spirit wear will be available for sale starting on Nov. 18. These orders will arrive in time for Christmas. Lots of stylish clothing to choose from. Order forms will go home on Nov. 18.
