Policy feedback opportunity: Policy 312 Website and Social Media Management

Posted April 27, 2022

The following board policy currently under review was released for public consultation: 312 – Website and Social Media Management

Reminders of health and safety guidance during the sixth COVID-19 wave

Posted April 12, 2022

Public Health officials expect the sixth wave of COVID-19 to last for another several weeks, and we are asking for everyone’s help to get us through this latest wave. 

Raise the Dough Pizza Night!

Posted April 7, 2022

Simply place your order online. Use one of the coupon codes to place your order or call 519-843-8383. Option A - $19.99  - Coupon Code LJM 1 Large Pizza with 3 Toppings 1 order of Bread Sticks 4 Cans of Coke Option B - $24.99 - Coupon Code MJM 2 Medium Pizzas with 3 Toppings each 1 ...

Ramadan Mubarak to all of those observing

Posted April 4, 2022

April 2nd, subject to new moon sighting, marks the beginning of Ramadan.  Many students, families and staff in the UGDSB and worldwide are observing Ramadan, during this 9th month of the Islamic calendar.   Prayer in Schools and Board Offices Multifaith prayer spaces are available in schools. Schools will indicate the ...

Changes to COVID-19 protocols effective March 14 and 21, 2022

Posted March 10, 2022

On March 9, 2022, the province announced several changes to COVID-19 restrictions and protocols that will take effect in March. Please see below for a summary of the changes that affect schools. Effective March 14, 2022: School boards are no longer required to have a COVID-19 vaccination disclosure policy in place or ...

Masking mandate to end in UGDSB on March 21, as school board does not have the authority to continue enforcement of the mandate

Posted March 10, 2022

Mandatory masking will no longer be required in Upper Grand District School Board schools as of March 21, 2022, as the school board does not have the authority to enforce this beyond March 21. Here are the facts: On March 9, 2022, the province announced it was lifting mask requirements ...

JK Registration site is temporarily disabled

Posted March 10, 2022

The JK Registration site is temporarily disabled.  It will open again on March 15^th, 2022.  We apologize for any inconvenience.  

UGDSB updates to come regarding provincial COVID-19 announcement

Posted March 9, 2022

March 9, 2022 On March 9, 2022, Ontario announced changes to COVID-19 requirements effective March 21, including lifting mask mandates in schools. Please note that the Upper Grand DSB continues to have a Board Resolution requiring masks in schools. We will consult with the province and will provide additional information as soon ...

Monthly Environmental Activities to help Celebrate our Planet – March 26th is Earth Hour!

Posted March 2, 2022

It is vital to teach our children to respect and take care of the environment. Join the global Movement! Celebrate Earth Hour on March 26th at 8:30pm. Earth Hour’s mission is uniting people to protect the planet by raising awareness of about climate change and encouraging positive action.  “Earth Hour was famously ...

March Wellness! Self Compassion

Posted March 2, 2022

March 2022 Wellness Works! @ UGDSB March theme is Self Compassion This month we collectively focus on reminding ourselves that we, too, deserve the same kindness, compassion and care that we give to so many others. This is especially true as we all work individually, and ...