
December 2, 2024
It’s that time of year again and we wanted to share a refresh with our school community about Inclement Weather Procedures. Bus Delays/Cancellations In the event of bus cancella...
December 2, 2024
We want to inform parents and guardians about important updates to the UGDSB’s procedures for Out of Area (OOA) and Out of District (OOD) student attendance. These updates are par...

November 27, 2024
At the November 26th Board meeting, the following draft policies were released for public consultation. Feedback is welcome until December 26, 2024 . Policy 303 - Naming ...

November 14, 2024
Professional Activity Day Description: November 29, 2024 Information for Elementary and Secondary Parents/Guardians Date: November 29, 2024 Length: Full Day Elementary Topics...

November 11, 2024
The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is pleased to invite Grade 8 students and their families to attend upcoming High School Information Nights. These events provide an e...

November 7, 2024
Parents and caregivers within the Upper Grand District School Board are invited to attend a special event to learn about, and share their experiences on, working with school coun...

November 1, 2024
Problem solving is an everyday skill that impacts all parts of a student’s academic and personal success. Students with strong problem-solving skills are more able to approach prob...
October 30, 2024
Dear Parents and Families, Re: Racism, Discrimination, and Inclusivity At the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB), we are dedicated to creating a learning environment wher...
October 30, 2024
At the October 29, 2024 Board meeting, the following policy items were approved : Policy 216 - Communications Policy 300 - Emergency Procedures Policy 322 - Safe...

October 25, 2024
Upper Grand District School Board parents/guardians/caregivers are invited to join Pine River Institute's Centre for Family Initiatives Positive Parenting Webinar Series. The ser...

October 21, 2024
The strongest power of any cyberhero is knowing their limits. Taking care of personal wellbeing by knowing to rest, pause, and when to set boundaries in their use of digital techn...

October 14, 2024
We're thrilled to announce the new app for Upper Grand DSB - UG Connect! It's everything Upper Grand DSB , in your pocket. With the new app, you can access documents, events,...

October 10, 2024
EQAO results from 2023/2024 percentage of students scoring at level 3 and 4 Grade 3: Reading: 85.5% Write: 71.0% Math: 73.9% Grade 6: Reading: 91.6% Writing: 93.2% Math: ...

October 9, 2024
DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR DANCING SHOES ARE? Rickson Ridge School Council is excited to bring you our Professor Jamz Danceathon on Friday, November 8th. Pull out your child’s neon...

October 8, 2024
Professional Activity Day Description: October 25, 2024 Information for Elementary Parents/Guardians Date: October 25, 2024 Length: Full Day Elementary Topics: Mathematics ...

October 8, 2024
Upper Grand District School Board parents/guardians/caregivers are invited to join Pine River Institute's Centre for Family Initiatives Positive Parenting Webinar Series. The ser...

October 7, 2024
We are all hearing of the rapid technological advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Are you using generative AI tools or considering them? Get to know the risks and con...

October 1, 2024
The province has released the 2023-24 EQAO results, and the Upper Grand District School Board continues to make achievement gains in math and literacy, while continuing to outperfo...

October 1, 2024
October is internationally recognized as cyber security awareness month to help the public learn more about the importance of cyber security, which includes online safety, and onl...

September 30, 2024
Please open the attached link for information regarding Rickson Ridge Spirit Wear Link