As an additional measure and layer of communication to keep our communities informed, the UGDSB has launched a pilot initiative to track school absence rates on a daily basis. This process is a pilot program and may evolve as required https://t.co/i9x1dEBdEU
"Decide which person you want to be when your circumstances are stacked against you: the one who helplessly waits or the one who actively works."
-@briankight#DailyDiscipline
In this tour-de-force talk, @AlGore lays out the current state of the climate crisis — and it's shocking.
This is a must-watch for anyone who lives on Earth: https://t.co/URocWdoBsX
I'm going to put this here and ask you some questions.
You knew the first number...right?
The second number shocks you...right?
The answer to the next question is key.
Why didn't you know about the second number?
Consider that homework.
We seem to have a few new friends here! For those who haven't yet seen it, here is a copy of our booklet: An Overview of the Indian Residential School System. #EveryChildMatters https://t.co/dQo4w8o5ZK
Notice: We are aware that some people who received an email/text to book their 2nd dose appointment are unable to book online because the 'Second dose' option is not available. We'll resolve this issue as soon as possible.
Help debunk #vaccine myths.
Myth: The COVID-19 vaccines cause infertility or miscarriage.
Fact: There is no link between COVID-19 vaccines and infertility or miscarriage.
Get the facts behind other common myths at https://t.co/JzUu84z029
reminder now a month in:
provincial jail costs- $9,400
hospital ward- $18,900
shelter- $6,000
social housing- $1,545
housing is a matter of social justice and sound economics.
We know that many people cannot currently access our Help Line or online booking site. If you can't get through we apologize, we know it's frustrating.
This is a priority for our team we're working right now to address the issues and increase our capacity.
Please stop writing articles about how our kids are falling behind & instead write articles focusing on what @fordnation needs to provide schools full of students & staff who have endured the trauma of a pandemic.
Please & thank you.
#onpoli#onted
To vaccinate the region as quickly as possible and to ensure no vaccines are wasted, we may need to make appts on short notice.
If you want Moderna, sign up for this Standby List. Not a guaranteed appt but you will be scheduled for next available spot.
https://t.co/QkyniZraRm
Tomorrow is Principal Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of the UGDSB Principals who lead our schools and work hard to make them a great place to learn and work and who have worked diligently to keep students safe as we navigate through the pandemic.
Report card comment I actually want to write: "This year is hard. <Ss> showed up, worked every day. No matter what mark you see they have achieved success. I wish <Ss>, their family, and everyone in the community all the best as we continue to navigate within this global pandemic
Visual schedules are beneficial for ALL children. But, they can be particularly helpful for children with autism and ADHD. Children need structure in order to thrive. One of the easiest ways to add structure to their life is by creating and following a daily schedule.