Policy 303 Naming of Schools and Board Facilities
Policy Statement
The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) recognizes that the names of schools and other board facilities need to be distinctive and reflective of the diverse communities they serve. The UGDSB is committed to ensuring names are aligned with the purpose, vision and priorities of the board and its responsibility to promote and protect Indigenous rights, human rights, and equity.
Using an equitable and inclusive approach, the name of a school or board facility shall be determined by the Board of Trustees in keeping with its commitment to consultation with students, staff, parents/guardians/caregivers, and local communities and partners.
First adopted: February 2004
Revision history: April 2005, April 2014, November 2020, January 2025
Documents
303-A-Naming-of-Schools-and-Board-Facilities-Procedures (Update pending)