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.
All UGDSB schools to remain in remote learning following Spring Break
On Monday April 12, 2021, the provincial government announced that all Ontario schools would participate in remote learning following the April Break.
Stay Safe SIB! COVID-19 Safety over the April Break for Families
https://www.ugdsb.ca/blog/covid-19-safety-over-the-april-break/Important Information re: SIB moves to Remote Learning Wednesday April 7th
April 6th, 2021 Dear SIB parents/guardians, As students will be shifting to remote learning on Wednesday April 7th, we wanted to provide you with some additional information about what this week will look like for students learning at home. On Wednesday, teachers moving from in-person to remote will focus on connecting briefly with ...Child Abuse Prevention Program Shared With Students in May
Please read the letter shared below that outlines the UGDSB's Child Abuse Prevention Policy and the Program that will be shared with students in May by our teachers and the school's CYC. Child Abuse Prevention Policy & Program Family LetterAll UGDSB schools directed to shift to remote learning effective Wed. April 7
The UGDSB has been notified by Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health that Public Health’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Nicola Mercer, will issue an Order, directing all schools within the WDG region to shift to remote learning effective Wednesday April 7, 2021.
Celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd!
Monthly environmental activities to help celebrate our planet April 22nd is Earth Day! “Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” - Albert Einstein Celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd! Founded in 1990, Earth Day Canada inspires people of all ages across the country to connect with nature and build resilient communities as ...Talking About Mental Health: Intrinsic Motivation April 2021
Talking About Mental Health: Intrinsic Motivation April 2021 This month’s Umbrella Theme is Intrinsic Motivation. So what is that? It is when we can do something, enjoy something, complete something – and feel good about ourselves and our accomplishments. It’s about not needing anything external to make you feel better – ...#UGUmbrella – This April we are looking at Intrinsic Motivation
April’s Umbrella Project theme is “Intrinsic Motivation.” For those who are unsure exactly what that means, intrinsic motivation is the act of doing something without an external reward.
March 29: This week @SIB!
Dear SIB families, This week there are only 4 days of school and then the Easter Break. Be sure to have some relaxing time with your family over the holiday! Here are this week’s announcements and reminders: #1 Parent Information: Monitoring and Managing COVID-19, ...Information about elementary graduation celebrations
Due to on-going COVID-19 restrictions around large gatherings and physical distancing, UGDSB elementary schools will not be able to hold traditional in-person graduation ceremonies this spring. This includes both indoor and outdoor ceremonies.
