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COVID 19 Outbreak Information
March 3, 2021
Dear parents/guardians and staff,
This is an update to the information we sent you previously regarding the confirmed case of COVID-19 at our school. We now have more than one case at this time. The case is in a classroom that is currently closed.
As a …
Addressing anti-Asian racism, resources to support educators
This month, the Upper Grand District School Board’s Equity Team shared with staff a resource on addressing anti-Asian racism. We all have a role to play in learning, unlearning and working to dismantle racism and oppression in our communities.
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Information about COVID-19 Case Feb 28, 2021
February 28, 2021
Dear parents/guardians and staff,
Public Health has notified us that individuals in our school tested positive for COVID-19.
As a result, Public Health has directed two classes to self-isolate, as part of its established infection prevention and control measures.
Our building is safe and remains …
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UGDSB reflects on Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures Month
This month, the Upper Grand District School Board recognized and celebrated Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures Month.
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#UGUmbrella – This March we focus on Mindfulness
This month for the Umbrella Project we are focusing on mindfulness. Mindfulness is being aware of what’s happening right now without wishing it was different.
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Information about COVID case in our school community
This is an update to the information we sent you previously regarding the confirmed case of COVID-19 at our school. We now have more than one case at this time. Please note that this second case is within the class that is already closed and isolating.
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Black Heritage Month spotlight: Alfred M. Lafferty
Throughout Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures Month, many schools have been celebrating the lives and accomplishments of Black individuals in Canada and beyond.
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COVID-19 School Self-Screening Changes
The Ministry of Education has revised the self-screening requirements for all students in Ontario, effective immediately. Please review the following information for important updates.
Preliminary information about COVID-19 testing in schools
The Ministry of Education has instructed school boards to implement a targeted COVID-19 testing program in schools. The testing will be voluntary and consent will be required. Testing will be for asymptomatic students and staff only. The UGDSB is currently in the process of developing a targeted testing plan.
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Ministry of Education postpones March Break, new date April 12-16, 2021
On Feb. 11, 2021, Minister of Education Stephen Lecce announced that the Ministry has postponed March Break in Ontario schools until April 12-16, 2021.
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