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Ticks – A Warm Weather Problem
TICK INFORMATION
It’s barely spring! Yet here we are, talking about creepy crawly ticks. The geographic region that is now home to ticks has grown in the past few years. Sadly, that region now includes Centre Wellington. The memo below and links from Public Health may be helpful if you are looking for …
Every Day Counts! Student Support Week 2:
We are continuing to share information to help families support their child’s attendance at school. Below are some tips you can try that involve the routines and the environment at home.
Practice consistent bedtime and morning routines with your child.
Parents can model the …
Every Day Counts! Student Support Week 1:
Is your child struggling with attending school? We are here to help! Throughout the month of April we will be sharing tips and strategies with parents/guardians to help encourage regular school attendance – because Every Day Counts!
This week, we are going to focus on strategies around attitudes and beliefs – try some of these …
Every Day Counts! Why regular student attendance at school really matters
In the UGDSB, we know how important school attendance and established routines are for students to build knowledge, skills and confidence. Regular attendance is more than just a requirement; it’s a critical building block for academic success, social development, and future opportunities. While we may face challenges that can make school attendance …
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No Need to Debate, Go to School. Don’t Be Late!
Chronic late attendance can have severe consequences on student wellbeing and achievement. When students regularly are late coming to school, they often miss out on the same class every day. Most teachers have set weekly schedules and usually it is the core subjects that are missed – math and language. Absences for these subjects …
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UGDSB Thoughts About Student Attendance
ATTENDANCE
Did You Know?
Every day that a student is absent from school is a lost opportunity for that child or adolescent to learn, build social skills, and receive the benefits associated with the sense of community found within our schools. Chronic or prolonged absenteeism can also result in decreased academic success and …
Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Final Report
GUELPH, ON – At the March 19, 2024, Finance and Facilities Committee Meeting, Upper Grand District School BoardTrustees received the “Long Term Accommodation Plan (LTAP) Final Report.”
The report will now be taken to the Board Meeting on April 9, 2024, for approval by Trustees, where there will be …
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Professional Activity Day Description – April 8, 2024
Information for Elementary Parents/Guardians
Date: April 8, 2024
Length: Full Day
Topics:
Elementary Topic AM: Mathematics
Elementary Topic PM: Mental Health and Well-Being
Secondary Topic AM: Mathematics or Artificial Intelligence
Secondary Topic PM: Mental Health …
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New Parent Resource
Ministry of Education Parent Resource:
The Ministry of Education is pleased to inform you about a new parent resource called Parent’s Guide to Ontario’s Education System.
This new resource will provide parents with helpful information that supports them to have a stronger role and actively participate in their children’s education. …