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Inspiring Engagement with Parents & School Councils – UGDSB PIC invites you to its fall event
GUELPH, Ontario – The Upper Grand District School Board’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is inviting UG parents/guardians to join them at the free PIC event on October 25, 2023.
Whether you are currently part of a school council or are looking to become more involved in your child’s school, this opportunity is a great way …
Supports for students, staff and members of the Muslim community
We stand in solidarity with the Muslim community. We acknowledge the profound impact of the tragic loss of members of the Afzal family in London, Ontario, and the observance of the current legal proceedings can have on the well-being of our staff, students, and the broader UGDSB community. Considering this, we appeal for empathy and support for those impacted. Our dedicated UGDSB Support Services staff are here to support students and can be coordinated through their classroom teachers. For staff, Employee and Family Assistance Programs supports are available.
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Occupational Therapists in the School
September 2023
Dear Parents/Guardians,
During this school year, an Occupational Therapist (OT) from KidsAbility Centre for Child Development will once again be working with teachers and students in our school.
OTs are regulated health professionals who focus on improving activities of daily living. An OT will be in our …
September Communications Newsletter
SEPTEMBER COMMUNICATIONS NEWSLETTER
September 2023 Communications Newsletter.pdf
The September Communications Newsletter is out!
In this month’s issue we have information about:
Important information to start the new school year
UGDSB Pathways, a new website to support students transitioning through the grades
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Professional Activity Day Description – September 18th, 2023
Please see below the plan for our upcoming PA day on September 18th. Please remember, there is no school for students on September 18th!
Professional Activity Day Descriptions 2023/24
Date: September 18, 2023
Length: Full Day
Topic 1: AM – Literacy
Entity Hosting: School board
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): School Administrators
Description: Kindergarten to …
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Back to school 2023-24: School operations and health and safety information
The Upper Grand District School Board looks forward to welcoming all students, staff and families this September. Please see below for important school operations and health and safety information.
In-Person Learning
We are looking forward to welcoming back the majority of our students to in-person learning for the 2023-24 school year. We have a few students who will …
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Back to school 2023-24: School operations and health and safety information
The Upper Grand District School Board looks forward to welcoming all students, staff and families this September. Please see below for important school operations and health and safety information.
In-Person Learning
We are looking forward to welcoming back the majority of our students to in-person learning for the 2023-24 school year. We have a few students who will …
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Reminder for parents/guardians: Student Accident Insurance
Parents and guardians are responsible for expenses related to student injuries on school premises or during school activities. Accidents can and do happen and the costs involved might not be fully covered by Provincial health care or employer group insurance plans.
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First Day of School – Information for Families
Welcome Back!!! We hope that everyone is enjoying their final days of summer. Please see below for some important information about the first day of school (Tuesday, September 5th):
On the first day of school we invite all parents to drop off students at their meeting area as described below. We …
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Medical Plans of Care for Students With Life-Threatening Medical Conditions
The UGDSB is committed to minimizing the risks for students who have asthma, diabetes, epilepsy/seizure disorder, life-threatening allergies and/or other serious health condition through the development and implementation of individualized Plans of Care. Please contact the office if your child requires a plan of care.
Please note: Plan of Care information was mailed home for …
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Medication at School?
Does your child require medication at school? Please ensure you have connected with us if your child has a new medical condition or requires medication to be administered during school hours. We will provide you with the required paperwork to support keeping your child safe!
Safe Arrival/Student Attendance Reminders
Please read below a very important reminder about our student attendance/safe arrival routines, in line with Board policy 510:
Student absences can be reported at any time (24 hours a day) by calling the school and leaving a message on the attendance line (line 100)
Our office staff will follow up with families whose …