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  • St. Joseph Catholic School Students Shine with Silver Finish in the CBC Music Class Challenge: Spring Edition We want to extend a big congratulations to the incredible students at St. Joseph Catholic School in Oshawa for taking second place at this year’s CBC Music Class Challenge: Spring Edition.
  • Together in Spirit: St. Theresa Catholic School's Jubilee Prayer Project During the 2024-2025 school year, St. Theresa Catholic School embarked on a special project based on a simple prompt: “How will you bring the spirit of the Jubilee Year into your school?” Pope Francis said: “Prayer unites us; it makes us brothers and sisters.
  • DCDSB Announces 2024-2025 Certified Canada EcoSchools Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) is excited to announce the 2024-2025 Certified Canada EcoSchools! As of June 10, 2025, DCDSB celebrates 32 EcoSchools, including 3 Platinum schools, 20 Gold schools, 2 Silver schools, 2 Bronze schools, and 5 participant schools. Special congratulations to St.
  • St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic School Expansion Receives Additional Funding from the Province of Ontario As part of its plan to protect Ontario and prepare students for success in our workforce, the Ontario government has provided the Durham Catholic District School Board with approval to issue the tender for the new addition at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic School to create more student spaces.
  • St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Receives Pickering Environmental Schools Grant St. Mary Catholic Secondary School is excited to announce they have received an Environmental Schools Grant from the City of Pickering!   St.
  • A Year in Clay: Celebrating Ceramics Students at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School This school year, the ceramics program at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School flourished with creativity and craftsmanship! A total of 118 students across four classes—two Grade 10 and two Grade 11—immersed themselves in the art of ceramics, shaping and sculpting their visions into reality. Throughout the year, students created approximately 600 ceramic projects, showcasing their unique styles and dedication.
  • Mental Health & Well-Being: Navigating the End of the School Year (1) Together for Mental Health: Everyone, Everyday Developing positive mental health is important to academic achievement and overall well-being. Happy Wellness Wednesday! As the school year ends, stress and pressure can feel overwhelming.
  • DCDSB News - June 2025 Dear Parents and Guardians,     The June 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.
  • Leading Through Legacy: A Tribute to Black Excellence DCDSB secondary students are invited to attend Leading Through Legacy: A Tribute to Black Excellence, a powerful evening celebrating the voices, talents, and stories of Black students.   This student-led event is designed by students, for students, and offers a unique opportunity to collaborate, network, and learn from one another.
  • June is National Indigenous History Month Throughout the year, we are dedicated to continuous learning, relationship-building, and supporting the National Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. We strive to strengthen our connections with Indigenous community partners and local organizations.