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.
Well wishes from the staff of Salem PS.
The staff of Salem Public School have put together a special message for our students. It includes appreciation and acknowledgement of our award recipients, special messages for our Grade 6 graduates and well wishes for all our students and families. We hope you enjoy. Salem Staff wish our students well! ...UGDSB Gifted screening in fall 2020 postponed
Please note that CCAT screening for grade 3 students in the fall of 2020 will be postponed until 2021.
Talking About Mental Health: Uncertainty, self care and community
In the June 2020 edition of Talking About Mental Health, we discuss tolerating uncertainty, supporting anxious kids, self care and compassion, and community connections.
Summer supports available for students with mental health needs, special education needs
The UGDSB is providing a number of supports for students and families throughout the summer of 2020, including mental health supports, supports for students with Autism and transition supports for students with complex special education needs or mental health needs.
Let’s Talk About Racism
Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers The Upper Grand District School Board is committed to disrupting and addressing systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to making sure the work we do is fully transparent and accountable to all Upper Grand students, staff, families, and stakeholders. If you ...Report Card and Other Items for Pick Up
June 17, 2020 Dear Salem Families, Please read the letter below and don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Please do not come to the school if; You have symptoms (fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat or shortness of breath), have ...Taking action in anti-racism and anti-oppression work
As an educational community we have a responsibility to identify and describe racism and oppression and then work to dismantle it.
Updating parent/guardian contact information
The school board is in the process of ensuring we have the most up-to-date contact information for parents and families. Please check your child’s UGCloud email account this week.
Update to families regarding expanded provincial COVID-19 testing
Information from the province regarding expanded testing for COVID-19 in Ontario.
Summer School programs for students in grades 6-12
The Upper Grand District School Board has announced a range of Summer School programs and opportunities available to students in grades 6-12 this summer.
