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.
IMPORTANT: Parents and students asked to complete survey by July 10
The Upper Grand District School Board is asking all parents/guardians (K-12) and students in grades 7-12 to complete a survey regarding the fall restart of school.
Letter from the Director to parents/guardians and students (June 26, 2020)
A letter to UGDSB parents/guardians and students as the 2019-2020 school year comes to a close.
Year End Newsletter
The 2019/2020 school year has definitely brought about many unforeseen variables. The WCW Staff and School Community have been there to support one another and get through this together. A testament to this amazing school community.
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Feedback welcome on draft board Policy 303 – Naming of Schools and Board Facilities
The Upper Grand District School Board is welcoming public input on draft Policy 303 – Naming of Schools and Board Facilities.
UGDSB Gifted screening in fall 2020 postponed
Please note that CCAT screening for grade 3 students in the fall of 2020 will be postponed until 2021.
Talking About Mental Health: Uncertainty, self care and community
In the June 2020 edition of Talking About Mental Health, we discuss tolerating uncertainty, supporting anxious kids, self care and compassion, and community connections.
Summer supports available for students with mental health needs, special education needs
The UGDSB is providing a number of supports for students and families throughout the summer of 2020, including mental health supports, supports for students with Autism and transition supports for students with complex special education needs or mental health needs.
Celebrating Pride
William C. Winegard PS along with other schools in the UGDSB will be flying the Pride Flag this June. Learn more about why we fly the Pride Flag: Flying the Pride Flag in the UGDSB Celebrate with us by snapping a picture of yourself with the Pride flag and posting it ...Resilience and perseverance of students recognized through Achieving by Believing Awards
In recognition of student achievement, the UGDSB holds an annual celebratory event to recognize the recipients of the Student Success: Achieving by Believing Awards. The 2020 award recipients have been announced.
Shout Out to all the Volunteers at William C. Winegard
We are fortunate at WCW to have such a supportive community of volunteers. WCW volunteers spend time reading with students, accompanying classes on field trips, helping with the Scientist in the School program, and shelving books in the library. These are just ...
