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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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Welcome Back Virtual School Newsletter (September 5th)
Good Evening Westwood Families,
A big thank you to everyone for helping to support our first day back to school! It was great to see our students back at school, and to share in their excitement and enthusiasm.
Our virtual Welcome Back newsletter can be found by …
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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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Elementary Registration Day is just around the corner – Here’s what you need to know
Elementary Registration Day is happening August 29, 2023, between 1:00-4:00 p.m., at all Upper Grand District School Board elementary schools. Only new students to the UGDSB are required to register for the 2023-24 school year. If your child attended a UGDSB school last year, you do not need to re-register.
Professional Activity Day Description – Sept. 18, 2023
Date: September 18, 2023
Length: Full Day
Topic 1: AM – Literacy
Entity Hosting: School board
Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): School Administrators
Description: Kindergarten to Grade 3 teachers will receive professional learning on early reading instruction, universal design for learning, and screening. to ensure educators are …
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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. The Upper Grand District School board is empowered under The Education Act to offer Accident and Life Insurance for students.
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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. The Upper Grand District School board is empowered under The Education Act to offer Accident and Life Insurance for students.
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Last Day Newsletter
We are so proud of our students, staff and parent community who made this 2022-23 year so memorable. 
We are also very proud of our Grade 8 Graduates. It has been a pleasure to watch them grow and …