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Year End Newsletter
As we say goodbye to the 2023/2024 school year, we want to express our deepest gratitude to e
veryone who has been part of this incredible journey. To our dedicated staff, thank you for your tireless …
Link to Summer Coding & Robotics Flyer
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
We 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 announce that our inclusive …
Celebrating Pride Month in the Upper Grand DSB
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
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
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
Morning (150 mins) – …
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UGDSB policy updates for May 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)
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May News
As 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 stretch of the school …
Letter to families from the Minister of Education on changes to Provincial Code of Conduct
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 with all teachers’ unions …
Every Day Counts! Why regular student attendance at school really matters
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 can make school attendance …
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