News & Announcements

Year End Newsletter

Posted June 26, 2024

As we say goodbye to the 2023/2024 school year, we want to express our deepest gratitude to eScreenshot_2024 06 26_at_3.40.53_PM Removebg Previewveryone who has been part of this incredible journey. To our dedicated staff, thank ...

Link to Summer Coding & Robotics Flyer

Posted June 11, 2024

New Link Summer 2024 Parent Facing Robotics Flyer - Attachment - You will be able to access the survey by clicking on, 'UGDSB August 2024 Coding' at the bottom of the flyer.

June News

Updated June 1, 2024

DownloadWe are looking forward to welcoming in the new month with our WCW School Council Picnic Thursday, June 6th starting at 5:30pm.  This month we will be celebrating Pride Month, as well as Indigenous History month.  We are excited to ...

Celebrating Pride Month in the Upper Grand DSB

Posted May 31, 2024

Dear Students, Parents/Guardians and UGDSB Community,

This week, the Upper Grand District School Board is kicking off Pride Month. As we approach this important time, it’s essential that we come together to ensure our schools are supportive, inclusive spaces for all students.

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Celebrating Pride Month in the Upper Grand DSB

Posted May 31, 2024

Dear Students, Parents/Guardians and UGDSB Community,

This week, the Upper Grand District School Board is kicking off Pride Month. As we approach this important time, it’s essential that we come together to ensure our schools are supportive, inclusive spaces for all students.

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Professional Activity Day Description – June 7, 2024

Posted May 27, 2024

Information for Elementary Parents/Guardians Date: June 7, 2024 Length: Full Day Topic AM: Curriculum Topic PM: Report Card Writing Entity Hosting: Upper Grand DSB Description:  Elementary Staff will spend half the day focused on various math and literacy topics and strategies. The second half of the day will be dedicated to report card writing, as per the employee group collective agreements. Elementary ...

UGDSB policy updates for May 2024

Posted May 21, 2024

At the May 14, 2024, Board Meeting, the following policy items were approved:

Policy 406 – Health and Safety (annual review; no change) Policy 417 – Violence in the Workplace (annual review; no change) ...

May News

Posted April 30, 2024

DownloadAs April draws to a close, I want to express gratitude for your continued support and partnership in your child's education. This month has been filled with growth, learning, and memorable moments.  As we look ahead to the final ...

Letter to families from the Minister of Education on changes to Provincial Code of Conduct

Posted April 29, 2024

Please see below for a letter from the Minister of Education, to Ontario parents/caregivers. To download a copy of the letter, please click here.

Dear parents,

For the first time in nearly a generation, our government successfully negotiated agreements ...

Every Day Counts! Why regular student attendance at school really matters

Updated April 22, 2024

In the UGDSB, we know how important school attendance and established routines are for students to build knowledge, skills and confidence. Regular attendance is more than just a requirement; it’s a critical building block for academic success, social development, and future opportunities. While we may face challenges that ...

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