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.
Professional Activity Day Description – Feb. 1-2, 2024
School Staff will be working on Assessment and Evaluation. There will also be time scheduled for School Improvement Planning, with a focus on Literacy and STEM.
CMHAWW offering 2nd part to Understanding Human Trafficking webinar
The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, in partnership with the Upper Grand District School Board and several other community partners, is pleased to announce part two of the Understanding Human Trafficking series.
WHSS November Newsletter
The WHSS November Newsletter can be found by clicking on the following link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y8BQomhSqDaF10FYWA7xz-dtK-0EPOTLzlcnk1l6gF0/edit?usp=sharing
This is but a sample of the many amazing things that have been going on recently at Wellington Heights. Happy reading!
Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Contest Winners
Congratulations to the following Wolverines who won awards in this year’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch 134 Remembrance Day Contest:
Intermediate Black and White Poster
K. Bingelman – Honourable Mention
Senior Black and White Poster
S. Allcock – 1st Place
C. Baxter – 2nd Place
Intermediate Poetry
K. Bingelman – ...
WHSS October Newsletter
Please find at the following link a copy of the WHSS October Newsletter:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EbaNZSGavHdUyHELDUq2VjlVlsRoSpjxcvNSmomY__g/edit?usp=sharing
This is just a sample of the many amazing things that have been going on at Wellington Heights recently. Happy reading!
Our Wolverine Family
We shared an important message with all of our Wolverine students today. More details have been provided in a letter sent by email to all parents and guardians. Please find attached some information for parents and guardians in supporting their children, who might be struggling with grief.
Tips For ...Immunization Clinic
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health will be visiting our school on Tuesday December 5, 2023 to provide vaccines to students who recently received a vaccination notice for overdue vaccines for measles, mumps, polio, tetanus, etc. Students need to book appointments in advance for this clinic. To book an appointment please visit ...
Warm Winter Wishes Hockey Buyout
Our Warm Winter Wishes campaign is well underway. Students in our Business Leadership class, along with students and staff from across the school, run various fundraising initiatives in November and December to raise money to provide to financially at-risk families at WHSS and at our 7 local elementary schools ...
Virtual School Council Meeting
Our next virtual School Council Meeting for all parents and guardians will be held online on Google Meet on Tuesday, November 28th at 7:00 p.m. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend. The purpose of the meeting is to keep parents and guardians informed as to what is going on at ...Midterm Report Cards
Students' Midterm Report Cards have been created and added to their digital platforms. Attached are instructions on how to access these reports from the Parent Portal as well as instructions for students to access from their accounts. Please reach out to the main office (519)323-3430 if you have ...Parents/guardians invited to complete WHY Survey to help improve well-being of youth
All parents/guardians in the Upper Grand District School Board are invited to complete the 2023 WHY Survey, in partnership with Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health. The purpose of the Well-being Health and Youth (WHY) Surveys is to collect information from youth, parents, and school staff about youth health and well-being. These surveys will ...It’s that time of year again – everything you need to know about UG Inclement Weather Procedures
GUELPH, ON – It’s that time of year again and we wanted to share a refresh with our school community about Inclement Weather Procedures. BUS DELAYS/CANCELLATIONS: In the event of bus cancellations, all schools will remain open for students and staff who can get there safely. If parents/guardians do not feel it is ...Professional Activity Day Description – Nov. 24, 2023
Date: November 24, 2023 Length: Full Day Topics: Elementary Topic: Parent-Guardian / Teacher Interviews Secondary Topic 1: AM – Curriculum PD and Workshops Secondary Topic 2: PM – Workplace Violence Prevention Training as per the Collective Agreement Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB Presenter(s)/Facilitator(s): School Administrators and Online Modules Description: Elementary Staff will spend the full day communicating with parents/guardians about student progress after ...New Cosmetology Program To Start In September 2024 At WHSS
Wellington Heights is very excited to announce that a new cosmetology program will be launched at the school beginning in September 2024. Students will be eligible to take hairstyling and aesthetics courses that teach students about hairstyling, make-up, and nail care techniques from a salon and spa perspective. A new, ...Warm Winter Wishes Campaign Welcomes Donations
Wellington Heights has launched its Warm Winter Wishes campaign once again this year with a Pumpkin Carving contest on October 26th. Many more fundraising events are planned at the school through the months of November and December. The annual Chili Cook Off will be held on Thursday, November 9th, where ...Remembrance Day
We remember the sacrifices of our local veterans each November at Wellington Heights through the display of white crosses and poppies on the front lawn of the school. Organized by teacher, Mr. Kivell, and his students, the display of crosses includes ...
Junior Boys Soccer Team Claims District 4 Championship
The Wolverine Junior Boys Soccer Team, coached by Mr. McFarlane, won the District 4 Championship on Tuesday, October 24th at home in a 7-1 victory over Erin District High School. The Wolverines advanced to the CWOSSA Championships on ...
Take Our Kids to Work Day (Grade 9s) – Wednesday November 1st
Take Our Kids to Work Day is a career exploration initiative held annually in November. Grade 9 students have the opportunity to accompany a parent, relative, friend or community host to their workplace for the day on Wednesday November 1st. Please read the parent letter for more information and complete/return ...
Tech & Electives Day (Grade 8s) – Wednesday November 1st
Grade 8 students will arrive at WHSS at 9:30ish to begin our day at 9:45. Students will rotate through six sessions to learn about each of the elective courses available in grade 9. After a quick pizza slice lunch, our day will conclude by 12:40.
Students not attending Arthur Public or Victoria Cross ...
