DCDSB Summer Hours

During July and August, the Durham Catholic District School Board's Catholic Education Centre (650 Rossland Rd. W., Oshawa) is open Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

  • Elementary school offices are closed for the summer and will re-open on Monday, August 24, 2026. To register an elementary student for school during July or August, please visit our website for details.
  • Secondary school offices remain open during the summer from Monday to Thursday.
  • For information on summer programs offered through Archbishop Anthony Meagher Catholic Continuing Education Centre, please visit con-ed.ca. 

The first day of school for elementary and secondary students is Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Visit our website to view the 2026-2027 school year calendars.

Catholic Education Centre Summer Closures:

  • July 10, 17, 24 and 31
  • August 3 (Civic Holiday)
  • August 7, 14 and 21
  • September 7 (Labour Day)

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  • DSTS - 2025-2026 Bus Transportation Information Now Available Durham Student Transportation Services (DSTS) is responsible for ensuring safe and efficient transportation to and from schools for eligible students. Transportation and route information for the 2025-2026 School year is now available.
    Aug 21, 2025
  • Durham Catholic District School Board Celebrates Project SEARCH Class of 2025 and Welcomes Project SEARCH Class of 2026 On Friday, June 20, the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) and Lakeridge Gardens recognized the Project SEARCH Class of 2025 at a special graduation celebration in Ajax. This exciting occasion was led by Project SEARCH teachers, skills trainers, and program leads.
    Aug 21, 2025
  • DCDSB Celebrates Student Leadership and Advocacy During Summer Programming This summer, students in the Leadership and Recreation and Deconstructing Anti-Black Racism courses demonstrated exceptional leadership, insight, and community engagement — both inside and outside the classroom. In the Leadership and Recreation course that was offered from July 2 - August 8, 2025 through Archbishop Anthony Meagher Catholic Continuing Education Centre, Black students and allies organized inclusive multi-sport events including basketball, soccer, track and field, and volleyball for younger peers.
    Aug 21, 2025
  • Durham Catholic District School Board Named One of Canada’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2025 by Forbes

    The Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) is proud to announce that it has been recognized by Forbes and Statista as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2025. This prestigious honour, part of a new award category introduced this year, highlights organizations across the country that foster exceptional internal cultures and are valued by their employees.
    Jul 15, 2025
  • DCDSB News - Summer 2025 Issue Dear Parents and Guardians,      The Summer 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.
    Jun 27, 2025
  • Exploring the Skilled Trades through the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program and Indigenous Education (1) This past spring, Grade 11 students enrolled in the Hospitality course at Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School participated in an Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) and Indigenous Education initiative. Students took part in several workshops led by Indigenous community partners where they learned about food sustainability, Indigenous food, customs and cultures.
    Jun 27, 2025
  • DCDSB 2024-2025 Year-End Message Dear Families, As the 2024-2025 school year comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our students, staff, families, parish and community partners for your unwavering support and collaboration. Over the past year we have come together as a Catholic learning community to embrace and celebrate our spiritual theme, Living in Hope.
    Jun 26, 2025
  • 2025 Student Walk for Hope in Support of the Durham Catholic Children's Foundation A heartfelt thank you to our Durham Catholic learning community! Throughout June 2025, our incredible students, families, and staff participated in the Walk for Hope in support of the Durham Catholic Children's Foundation. Donations for the Walk for Hope have raised $12,075! These funds will help to provide essential services to DCDSB students and families in need.
    Jun 25, 2025
  • Heat Warning Issued for Durham Region Dear Families, Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the Durham Region, with high temperatures anticipated in the coming days. We want to assure you that our schools are prepared and will be taking steps to keep students and staff safe.
    Jun 22, 2025
  • Construction to Begin in July 2025 at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic School We are pleased to share an update regarding the six-classroom addition to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic School, which will provide 138 additional student spaces to support our growing Catholic learning community in north Oshawa.
    Jun 20, 2025