News & Announcements
Daily School Absence Report
The UGDSB is reporting daily on school absence rates, allowing us to monitor absenteeism rates and transparently share this information with the public. To view the dashboard, click here.
Accessing Timetables and Report Cards
Please follow the instructions below to access your child's Timetable and Report Cards. Step 1: Click on this link to access Wellington Heights Secondary School - Edsembli for Students or click on the “Student Portal Connect Ed” button on the Wellington Heights website. ...Celebrating Black Heritage, Black Brilliance, Black Futures Month at WHSS
The month of February provides us with an excellent opportunity to celebrate Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures. The learning however, does not stop after the days of February have passed. It is our mission that the resources provided will continue to enrich the teaching and learning in the UGDSB throughout the year and that the celebration of diversity and inclusion is a continuous aspect of our curriculum.
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WHSS achieves EcoSchool platinum standing for 2022
Wellington Heights Secondary School’s (WHSS) dedication to green initiatives over the many years has paid off as they have achieved platinum standing as an Ontario EcoSchool.
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Semester 1 Final Exam Schedule (Updated)
Update: Due to the cancelled buses today our exam schedule and semester 2 start date have been pushed back by 1 day. The schedule has been updated below.All Wolverines will complete a final assessment during the Final Exam Week. This assessment could range from a written exam, to an ...
Procedure for high school exams if buses are cancelled
There are 5 days of exams set aside for secondary schools, Semester 1. Should an inclement weather day (with cancelled buses) occur during Days 1 to 4, the entire exam schedule and professional activity day, and start date for semester 2 will move forward by the number of snow days for ...Read more about Procedure for high school exams if buses are cancelled »
Tips for Parents/Guardians to Support Youth During Exams
Exams can be a stressful time for students. Linked below are some tips and resources to support your students during their exam preparation. Tips for Parents/Guardians to Support Youth During ExamsWARM WINTER WISHES CAMPAIGN
For the past 21 years, the Grade 12 Business Leadership Class at Wellington Heights Secondary School in Mount Forest has championed our Warm Winter Wishes charity initiative and students have ...
Midterm Report Cards Available for Download
Your child(ren)’s Midterm Report is now available for viewing online. Please follow these steps to access the Midterm Report: Go to Wellington Heights Secondary School and click on the link to the UGDSB Parent/Guardian Portal. Click on the link ...Read more about Midterm Report Cards Available for Download »
Inclement weather procedures for UGDSB schools
With winter weather here, now is a great time to review the Upper Grand District School Board’s procedures for Inclement Weather Days. Updated information has been posted on the UGDSB website outlining the different procedures for bus cancellations, school closures due to inclement weather, and more. LINK: UGDSB INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES **A reminder ...Read more about Inclement weather procedures for UGDSB schools »
WHSS Student Receives The Queen’s Jubilee Medal
A student from Wellington Heights Secondary School has received the Queen’s Jubilee Medal for her bravery and thoughtfulness. On October 18, 2022, Grade 12 WHSS student, Tori, was at her home when a tragic car accident occurred on Highway 6 in front of her home, causing both vehicles involved in the ...Read more about WHSS Student Receives The Queen’s Jubilee Medal »
Upper Grand collaborates with organizations to provide tutoring supports
The Upper Grand District School Board in association with The Grove, TVOLearn, Streams Community Hub, Tutor Bright, and Reading Rocks is providing students at both the elementary and secondary levels with additional tutoring support and resources. These additional support and resources were made possible through funding provided by the Ontario ...Read more about Upper Grand collaborates with organizations to provide tutoring supports »
Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT)
Grade 10 students who are taking English this semester will be writing the two part Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test on Tuesday November 29th and Thursday December 1st in their English classes. Staff will work with students to prepare and practice so they are ready and primed ...Read more about Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) »
Parents/Guardians invited to free webinar: Post-pandemic Mental Health
Parents/guardians are invited to join a free webinar in November on post-pandemic mental health. Join Kevin Cameron as he shares information and strategies relating to post-pandemic mental health for adults and children. A survey by CMHA Ontario showed that nearly half (48 per cent) of Ontarians say their mental health has worsened ...Read more about Parents/Guardians invited to free webinar: Post-pandemic Mental Health »
Download school ventilation reports from the UGDSB website
The Upper Grand District School Board continues to make board and school-based ventilation reports available in the 2022-23 school year. The board report and each school report is available for download on the UGDSB website at www.ugdsb.ca/ventilationreport. To access a specific school report: Download the full report (Microsoft Excel document) ...Read more about Download school ventilation reports from the UGDSB website »
Terry Fox Run

Survivor



Lots of Wolverines signed up and dressed up to participate in our Athletic Council’s “Survivor” activities during the afternoon of September 29th. ...
National Truth And Reconciliation Day

School Cafeteria

Our school cafeteria is up and running again with the support of local community restaurants who are bringing in a limited number of hot lunches almost every day for the month of October. Thanks to B & A Garden, Domino’s Pizza, ...
Grade 9 Camp
From September 21-23, 81 of our Grade 9 students attended Grade 9 Camp at Youth Leadership Camps Canada (YLCC) in Orillia.