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Operation Back to School

From August 31st to September 10th, County of Wellington OPP will conduct 'Operation Back to School'.
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Principal and VP appointments

A series of transfers and appointments for elementary and secondary principals and vice-principals, effective September 2010, was announced at the board meeting on May 25, 2010. [ More ]

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Get ready to learn!

There is still time to register your child for Junior/Senior Kindergarten at Upper Grand elementary schools. We offer both English and French Immersion programs. Full information on how to register is available now. You can also call your local school for details.

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Ministry mandated professional activity day

On Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010, all elementary and secondary schools in the Upper Grand District School Board will be closed to students to allow teachers to participate in professional activities that are designed to improve skills and knowledge in the areas of special education and closing the gaps in student achievement. Note: The first day of school for students is Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010.
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Equity and Inclusive Education Policy
Community Consultation

The Ministry of Education requires that all school boards implement an Equity and Inclusive Education Policy for September 2010. The Upper Grand District School Board is committed to schools and workplaces that value everyone. We would like your feedback and ideas. After reading the board’s draft policy (PDF), please complete this survey.

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Extended Day Programs will not be offered beginning in September 2010

Due to the lack of interest expressed by of parents of children who will be entering Junior and Senior Kindergarten and Grades 1 and 2 in September, the Extended Day Program component (before and/or after school child care) of Full Day Kindergarten will not be offered at the 13 identified elementary schools this fall. [ More ]

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School Opening 2010

For both elementary and secondary schools, the first day of the 2010-2011 school year will be Tuesday, September 7, 2010. [ More ]

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Information About Full Day Kindergarten and Before and After School Programs

The Upper Grand District School Board will offer day Full Day Kindergarten (the Early Learning Program) at 13 of its schools beginning September 2010.  Five additional schools will be added in September 2011. 

Note:  The 13 schools which will have Full Day Kindergarten in September 2010 will NOT offer a Before and/or After School care (Extended Day Program).  There was insufficient interest in enrolment to make this program viable at any of the identified schools.  This will be reassessed during the coming school year. 

For More Information:

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Employee pay schedules

UGDSB employee pay schedules for the 2010-2011 school year are now available. [ More ]

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Central Guelph (FI) Accommodation Review

A final decision on the Central Guelph (FI) Accommodation Review will be made by trustees at the August 31, 2010 at the Regular Monthly Board Meeting. [ More ]

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Facility Partnerships with the UGDSB

Upper Grand District School Board is committed to working with community partners in order to share facilities to the benefit of the Board, students and the community. Currently, the Board has identified the reconstruction of King George Public School in Guelph as a co-build opportunity for which partnership will be considered. Please contact us if your organization is interested in this or other facility partnerships.

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More students can ride the bus

More students in grades 7-12 will be eligible to ride the bus to school in September as a result of a decision by trustees of the Upper Grand District School Board to revise its transportation policy and shorten walking distances. [ More ]

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Looking for Computer Training? Night School?
Interest and Leisure Courses? Adult Day School?

We’ve got it all.

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Director's Annual Report released

The Director’s Annual Report highlights the successes of Upper Grand students, staff and programs.  Take a look at all we’ve accomplished! [ Annual Report ]

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School year calendars for 2010-2011

The proposed school calendars for the 2010/2011 school year for the UGDSB’s elementary and secondary schools have been approved by the board for submission to the Ministry of Education for final approval. The board proposes that the first day of classes will be September 7, 2010 and that March Break will be March 14-18, 2011. [ View Calendars ]

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Running for election in 2010

Are you ready to make the commitment to become a school board member? Check out Making a Difference for Kids: Running for Election as a School Board Trustee - a Guide for Candidates and Communities (2010 Edition)

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