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UPDATED: Information for families regarding reported online threats to Guelph school communities
March 30, 2023
We would like to provide you with an update regarding the general online threats that were reported last night. Guelph Police began investigating this immediately.
On Thursday morning, Guelph Police reported that they believe there is no immediate threat. Police said that …
Information for families regarding reported online threats to Guelph school communities
March 29, 2023
We wanted to provide you with information regarding general online threats being made against schools Wednesday night. These reported threats follow similar threats made online to various schools in the GTA earlier this month.
Multiple school boards are aware of these threats and …
Parents/guardians invited to PIC Spring Event: Building Engaging School Councils
Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) parents/guardians are invited to a great free event happening in April.
The UGDSB Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) presents “Building Engaging School Councils.”
Whether you’re currently part of a school council or are looking to become involved, this event is an …
Policy Feedback Opportunity: Policy 315 – Privacy Protection and Information Access
You are invited to review the policy draft and submit online feedback at www.ugdsb.ca/board/policy. The deadline for public input is April 14, 2023 at 4 pm EST. Persons without internet access may call 519-822-4420 (or toll-free 1-800-321-4025) ext. 723 to request a printed copy of the draft documents.
EQAO Webinar For Caregivers Of Elementary Students
There is a FREE live webinar to learn about EQAO assessment results and Ontario’s large-scale assessment program at the elementary-school level.
March 28th @ 6:30pm
April 4th @ 12:00pm.
EQAO will review highlights from the 2021–2022 assessment results. The session will also highlight how the Primary division (Grade 3) and Junior …
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Registration for the 2023-2024 UGDSB Remote Program
The Upper Grand District School Board is looking forward to continuing to offer the Erin Public School Remote Program for the 2023-2024 school year. This program is an option for elementary students only. While we believe that in-person learning best supports students, we recognize that some families may want their child to learn remotely, due to their unique circumstances. The decision families make about remote learning vs. in-person learning for 2023-2024 will be for the entire school year, as movement between learning modes during the school year can cause disruptions for students, families, and classrooms.
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Planet Bean Orders
Planet Bean orders are available for pickup at the office betwen 9-3:30. If you would like your child to bring your order home, please have them come to the office at the end of the day.
Kindergarten registration is back – here’s what parents/caregivers need to know
It’s that time of year again! The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is looking forward to welcoming a whole new group of kindergarteners to school. Starting school can be overwhelming for both students and parents/caregivers. Here is everything you need to know to make that transition as smooth as possible.
Registration for new UGDSB …
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Public Health Best Practices
These are the best practices key protocols and messages to be shared and followed to promote healthy learning environments.
Screen daily prior to arriving at school/work for symptoms
Stay home if you are not feeling well.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) …
Inclement weather procedures for UGDSB schools
With winter weather here, now is a great time to review the Upper Grand District School Board’s procedures for Inclement Weather Days.
Updated information has been posted on the UGDSB website outlining the different procedures for bus cancellations, school closures due to inclement weather, and more.
LINK: UGDSB INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES
**A reminder to please follow our …
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