News & Announcements
Daily School Absence Report
The UGDSB is reporting daily on school absence rates, allowing us to monitor absenteeism rates and transparently share this information with the public. To view the dashboard, click here.
UGDSB received funding from the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream (CVRIS)
The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) received funding from the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream (CVRIS) for various projects throughout the district.
The UGDSB is continuing its work on increasing touchless points in our classrooms and learning environments by installing ...
Province directs schools to shift to remote learning from January 5-17, 2022
On Monday January 3, 2022, the provincial government announced that all Ontario schools will shift to remote learning from January 5 to at least January 17, 2022. Please read on for important information for families in the UGDSB.
A Message from The Principal’s Desk
Dear Rickson Ridge Families, As we head into the holiday break I would like to take a moment to wish you all a peaceful time with your loved ones. Thank you for your support over the past 18 months. Since starting at Rickson Ridge I am continually blown away by the compassion ...Positive Omicron Case
16th December 2021 Dear parents/guardians and staff, WDG Public Health has notified us that 1 individual in our school have tested positive for COVID-19. Public Health has also determined that one or more of these cases is connected to exposure to the new ...Information about positive COVID-19 cases
14 December 2021 Dear parents/guardians and staff, WDG Public Health has notified us that an individual in our school has tested positive for COVID-19. As a result, Public Health has directed a partial class or a class to self-isolate, as part of ...Information from the province on student rapid antigen testing over the winter break
On behalf of the Government of Ontario, the Upper Grand District School Board is distributing take-home rapid antigen screening kits to every elementary and secondary student who chooses to participate. Kits will be distributed prior to the winter break.
UGDSB Kindergarten Registration starts in January – here is what families need to know
Kindergarten registration for the Upper Grand District School Board is fast approaching. Registration for new UGDSB Junior Kindergarten (JK) and Senior Kindergarten (SK) students for September 2022 will take place between January 4-21, 2022.
Information about positive COVID-19 cases
WDG Public Health has notified us that individuals in our school have tested positive for COVID-19. As a result, Public Health has directed two classes to self-isolate, as part of its established infection prevention and control measures.
✨WINTER CONCERT✨
On Tuesday, December 14th at 6pm, our junior / intermediate Carolling cCub consisting of students in grades four through eight will be performing an outdoor holiday concert at the school. The concert aims to begin at 6pm and will last approximately one hour. The entire ...Policy Feedback Opportunity: Policy 205 School Volunteers
UGDSB policy currently under review, 205 – School Volunteers, has been further revised and released for public consultation. Please review the proposed changes and provide your feedback by January 14, 2022.
Virtual Book Fair
Dear Rickson Ridge families, Mark your calendars! The fun and excitement of a Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! To adapt to our changing needs, Scholastic has developed a Virtual Book Fair to provide an opportunity for our students and families to experience ...Parent Teacher Interviews
For the upcoming Parent / Teacher interviews at the end of November, staff will be conducting all interviews virtually. We will be using Google Meet as the primary way to have “face to face interviews.” For families who do not have access ...
UGDSB looks ahead to Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week
Schools of the UGDSB will be participating in Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week from November 22 to the 26th. Learn more about bullying and other resources.
