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Posted On Thursday, February 13, 2025

St Patrick Catholic School Using New Indigenous Education ResourcesSt. Patrick Catholic School took part in a three-month pilot of the Scholastic resource “Passe à l’action pour la Réconciliation” with students in Grades 4 to 8. The pilot of supporting Indigenous Education extended to other French Immersion classes in the school. Mme. Hoyne’s students learned about nature, Mme. Malla and Mme. Oakes classes enjoyed an activity about appreciating and sharing their own personal stories, and finally, Mme. Anderson’s...
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Posted On Thursday, February 13, 2025

Dear Parents and Guardians, 
The health and safety of Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) students and staff is our highest priority. As you are likely aware, a major winter storm went through Durham Region overnight, and has caused dangerous driving conditions, bus cancellations and freezing rain on Thursday, February 13, 2025. 
Considering this information and the safety of students and staff, DCDSB has made the decision to close...

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Posted On Monday, February 10, 2025

Black excellence club 2On Friday, February 7, our  Black Excellence Club,  led by Mrs. Soares, Ms. Hoo-Hing and Mr. Pennie, met with a goal to foster an affinity space for students in Grades 3 - 6 with allyship welcomed. Over the past few weeks students have been coming together to learn more about, and share their experiences around race, ethnicity, and identity. Students learned about the ways that racism can be perpetuated in our communities, and the importance of taking a stand against...
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Posted On Friday, February 07, 2025

Financial Literacy Night - Session 2The Durham Catholic Parent Involvement Committee, in partnership with the Durham Catholic District School Board, is pleased to offer part two of the Parent Math Learning Series on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Archbishop Denis O'Connor Catholic High School (80 Mandrake Street, Ajax). Part two of this series will focus on tools for families of students with Special Education needs.
Families are invited to attend an interactive presentation...

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Posted On Friday, February 07, 2025

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers: 
The February 2025 issue of the DCDSB News is now available! This newsletter offers families an overview of current news, upcoming events, and information on what’s happening across the Durham Catholic District School Board. 
Highlights include: 
Black History Month
Faith Living in Hope - Student Reflection 

Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation 11th Annual...

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