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Reaching out for support
December can be a difficult time for many of us and for many reasons. More than ever, now is the time reach out if you need support and to look out for friends and family who may need support.
#UGUmbrella – Imagine what others may be going through, this December we look at Empathy
The Umbrella Project, founded by Dr. Jen Forristal, features monthly themes, activities and curriculum links to support students and staff as they focus on wellness.
Feedback welcome on board Policy 503 – Safe Schools
The Upper Grand District School Board is welcoming public feedback on board Policy 503 – Safe Schools. The deadline to provide feedback is January 19 at 4pm.
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Parent/Teacher Interview PD Day – November 27th
Friday, November 27th is a PD Day that will be used to conduct parent/teacher interviews, therefore this is not an instructional day for students in classrooms.
This year, interviews are being done virtually. Information on booking interviews was sent home with student report cards last week. To book an appointment visit The booking …
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Important changes on bus cancellation days and inclement weather days in the UGDSB
Due to COVID-19 restrictions and protocols, there are changes to bus cancellation and inclement weather days in the Upper Grand District School Board in the 2020-21 school year.
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Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health letter to the community
Dr. Mercer, Medical Officer of Health and CEO at Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health has shared a letter with important information for the community regarding COVID-19.
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Progress Reports November 18th
Your child will be coming home today with their Progress Report. The purpose of the report is to outline how your child has been progressing since September and to set some goals for growth moving forward. The Progress Report gives you and your child an understanding of how they are doing and what they …
Letter from the Director: Elementary school staffing and organization
This letter is to provide all parents/guardians in the Upper Grand District School Board with information on changes required in our elementary schools following the survey that allowed students to switch between in-person and remote learning.
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UGUmbrella: The quality of being thankful – this November we celebrate Gratitude
The theme for November is Gratitude. Gratitude is the quality of being thankful. It is an essential skill that helps us keep our focus on what we have, instead of what we do not have. This skill is especially important at a time when there are so many restrictions in place at school, home …
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Indoor shoes at school
With the wet and colder weather upon us, students will need to bring indoor shoes to school. Over the next few days, please send your child with a pair of shoes they can leave at school to wear daily while inside. If you are having difficulty getting extra shoes for your child at this …