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Attendance Support Week 4

Posted October 27, 2023

This week, let’s discuss some things to do if all the strategies you’ve tried so far to encourage regular attendance at school with your …

Purdys Chocolates

Posted October 26, 2023

Want to know the most DELICIOUS way to support us? Order Purdys chocolates from our fundraiser!

FlipGive

Posted October 26, 2023

Hello Westside Community,

This year, fundraising for Westside Secondary School is going to be so much easier with FlipGive, a free team funding app.

We earn …

Provide your feedback on UGDSB draft policies

Posted October 25, 2023

At the October 24th Board meeting, the following policy items were approved. All updates have been made on the board website (www.ugdsb.on.ca/board/policy).

Read more about Provide your feedback on UGDSB draft policies »

PINK DAY – Friday October 27

Posted October 19, 2023

PINK DAY FRIDAY 2023 Website

Take Our Kids to Work Day – Gr. 9 Students

Posted October 18, 2023

To: Parents of Grade 9 Students

Re: Take Our Kids to Work Day – November 1, 2023

Take our Kids to Work Day (TKWD) is a …

CANADA DENTAL BENEFIT

Posted October 18, 2023

Applications for the second period of the Canada Dental Benefit are open. Eligible families can receive up to $650, to help with expenses for …

Attendance Support Week 3:

Posted October 18, 2023

This week our tips for supporting your child’s attendance at school focuses on ways to involve the school. See below for some strategies you …

Attendance Support Week 2:

Posted October 10, 2023

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 …

Statement from the Chair of the Board and Director regarding ongoing violence in the Middle East

Posted October 10, 2023

We are deeply saddened to learn of the recent deadly attacks and ongoing violence in the Middle East. Our thoughts are with …

SUPPORTING STUDENT ATTENDANCE AT SCHOOL – TIPS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS

Posted October 5, 2023

SUPPORTING STUDENT ATTENDANCE AT SCHOOL – TIPS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS

Please check out the link below for some tips and tricks from our Board …

Information about the Student Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy – Strategic Framework 2023-2026

Posted October 3, 2023

GUELPH, ON – The Upper Grand District School Board has launched the Student Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy – Strategic Framework 2023-2026. This …

Terry Fox School Run!

Posted September 18, 2023

This Friday, September 22,  Westside Secondary School is participating in the Terry Fox School Run!

We are so proud to be a part of this …

Inspiring Engagement with Parents & School Councils – UGDSB PIC invites you to its fall event

Posted September 18, 2023

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 …

Supports for students, staff and members of the Muslim community

Posted September 15, 2023

As a united UGDSB community, we are unwavering in our commitment to identifying and dismantling all forms of racism and oppression. Our dedication also …

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