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

Information from Public Health: How we talk about food matters

Posted January 15, 2020

Information from Public Health: How we talk about food matters How many times has your child heard “candy is bad for you”. Labelling foods as bad can cause children to feel guilt or shame after eating and enjoying these foods. Instead, help your child understand that all food can fit into ...

NEW DATE: JK Registration & French Immersion On-Time Application Window

Posted January 10, 2020

The French Immersion on-time application deadline has been extended to Monday January 20, 2020, at 4 p.m.

Kindergarten Registration begins January 7th, 2020.

Posted January 6, 2020

Registration for new UGDSB JK and SK students for September 2020 will take place at your child’s home school from January 7-17, 2020.

The Community Food Market is Now Open!

Posted December 10, 2019

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Food and Friends Nutrition Program

Posted December 8, 2019

Our School Nutrition program is now in full-swing!  All food that we serve in our student nutrition program must meet the nutritional guidelines set out by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. You see, we truly are bringing healthy food to hungry minds! If you have ...

Book Launch Lunch

Posted December 2, 2019

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Do you have a child starting JK or SK in September 2020?

Posted November 19, 2019

The Upper Grand District School Board is hosting four Kindergarten registration INFORMATION nights in November and December 2019.

Bullying Prevention & Awareness Week at Willow Road Public School

Posted November 18, 2019

This week is Bullying Prevention & Awareness week.  We are really excited to share about the events happening this week that celebrate diversity and acceptance as we learn about ways to prevent Bullying. Here are a few things to help you get organized: Monday: READ ALOUD & BULLETIN BOARD: School-wide activity to create ...

The Kindness Campaign

Posted November 17, 2019

Let’s work together to #IncreaseKindness online

On Nov. 20, the UGDSB is launching The Kindness Campaign and we’re excited to join in! The Kindness Campaign will focus on promoting the positive use of social media ...

Important information regarding WHY Survey – a joint survey between UGDSB and WDG Public Health

Posted November 8, 2019

This year Upper Grand District School Board and Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health are collecting information on student health and well-being from youth, parents and school staff. The Well-Being and Health Youth Surveys are designed to help us understand how well we are doing creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments in our schools. It also provides important information about the physical and mental health of youth in our area. 

Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health November 2019

Posted November 3, 2019

Information from Public Health: Get your Flu Shot! • As a parent, you are at risk of exposure to communicable diseases because of your close contact with children. • Children under two years of age are the most susceptible for hospitalization related to flu and flu related complications, while 5-9-year-olds are the most likely to ...

The Kindness Campaign

Posted November 3, 2019

Let’s work together to #IncreaseKindness online

On Nov. 20, the UGDSB is launching The Kindness Campaign and we’re excited to join in! The Kindness Campaign will focus on promoting the positive use of social media ...

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