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Police Presence in Schools town hall and survey info
Please read the following for information on the UGDSB’s Police Presence in Schools virtual town hall and survey.
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Halloween at school
Students can wear halloween costumes on October 29th BUT they must already be wearing it when they come to school and need to wear it all day
They must also wear their personal protective mask while in costume. Halloween masks that are part of the …
Indoor/Outdoor Shoes and Clothing
As the wet and cold weather approaches, it is expected that children will start to bring appropriate shoes and clothing (eg. rain boots, winter gear, etc.). Up to this point, we have been discouraging indoor/outdoor shoes and clothing as much as possible to limit movement in the hallways and maximize physical distancing. For the …
Running and Reading Program
Our Run and Read Program still has some available spots for students to join! It is an amazing program that we have had at Westwood for the past 3 years. The students love being involved and enjoy the relationships they build with their coaches. This year Run and Read is virtual. If you are …
Frontier College Presents… THE AMAZING READING RACE
Over the years at Westwood we have partnered with Frontier College to provide opportunities to students during the school day and after school. In the past, Frontier College has offered Happy Hornets Lunch Club weekly as well as Homework Club after school. Even though with Covid 19, they cannot be in the school working …
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Survey to request change between in-person and remote learning (Oct. 14-21)
To request a change between in-person and remote learning, elementary parents/guardians must complete the Intent to Change Survey between October 14-21. The deadline to complete the survey is Oct. 21 at 4pm.
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Provide your input: Police presence in UGDSB schools
This October, the Upper Grand District School Board is holding a town hall and survey, asking participants for their input regarding the presence of police in UGDSB schools.
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Parent Information: Screening, Monitoring and Managing COVID-19
October 7, 2020
A reminder to all Westwood families that Public Health has developed helpful protocols to manage COVID-19 symptoms and cases in schools. These protocols outline the steps that will be taken by individuals, schools and Public Health in the following areas:
When a student or staff member has COVID-19 symptoms
When a …
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Virtual Open House and School Council
This year our traditional open house/meet the teacher night will be virtual. As of 5pm on Thursday October 8, 2020 a slideshow will be posted to your child’s google classroom. During the virtual open house you will have a chance to see the set up of your child’s classroom, view some of the activities/assignments …
Every Child Matters – Recognizing Orange Shirt Day at Westwood
September 30th was Orange Shirt Day. See how teachers and classes at Westwood recognized this important work.
