Afternoon of Sharing and Dialogue at Home-School-Parish SymposiumOn Friday, June 14, we were so excited to welcome our local clergy, parish staff, parents, school administrators and school staff, for a special symposium with the goal to nurture collaborative relationships between families, parishes, and school staff, who share a strong commitment to Catholic education. We want to extend our gratitude to everyone who attended as we continue to strengthen the home-school-parish relationship.
Newcomer (to Canada) Orientation Week (NOW): August 20-22New to Canada? Join Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) for Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW)!
Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW) is a three-day program designed to assist newly arrived high school students to become familiar with the Ontario school system.
This interactive program provides an introduction to school procedures and allows the opportunity for high school students to connect with School Settlement Workers and Teachers from the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) and Durham District School Board (DDSB) and have their questions answered.
Jun 13, 2024
Semester 2 Exam Schedule (Wednesday June 19th - Tuesday June 25th)Formal examinations for grade 9- 12 students will begin on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 through to Monday, June 24, 2024. Exams will be written on a period-by-period schedule, with students writing only one exam per day.
On the Land Learning at All Saints Catholic Secondary SchoolOn Thursday, June 6, Indigenous community partner, Beedahbin Peltier, visited students at All Saints Catholic Secondary School. Beedahbin led the students in on the land learning in the forested area next to their school.
Jun 12, 2024
Vicky The Real Artist Visits Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High SchoolOn Friday, June 7, English Literature Studies students at Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School were fortunate to have the immensely talented Vicky The Real Artist visit their classroom. Vicky expertly guided the class through her knowledge of pyrography, a technique Vicky uses to express her deep connection to her Indigenous roots.
Jun 12, 2024
Chad Solomon Visits DCDSB Elementary SchoolsThroughout the month of May, Indigenous author, Chad Solomon visited six DCDSB schools to enhance the learning that took place in elementary classrooms. Chad used puppets and different voices to engage students and lead three workshops.
Jun 10, 2024
2024 Oshawa Junior Fire ChiefOn June 6, Oshawa Fire Services announced their 2024 Junior Fire Chief at Sir Albert Love Catholic School! Grade 5 and 6 students submitted videos on smoke alarms and home escape planning. Gabriel, a Grade 6 student, earned the title of 2024 Junior Fire Chief! At a special assembly, Gabriel was award fantastic prizes and even got to leave in a firetruck for an exclusive tour of the Oshawa Fire headquarters!
As Junior Fire Chief, Gabriel will promote fire safety at school, home and in the community.
Jun 10, 2024
DCDSB News - June 2024 EditionDear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers:
The June 2024 edition of the DCDSB News is now available! This issue of the newsletter offers families an overview of current news, upcoming events, and information on what’s happening across the DCDSB.
This newsletter includes:
Faith
June is Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Parish-Based Summer Camps
Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation
Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation Gala
June 2024 Student Walk for Hope
Indigenous Education in Action
National Indigenous History Month
Indigenous Education Highlights
DCDSB Updates
2024-2024 School Year Calendars
Ontario Government Announces Funding to Provide New Catholic Elementary School and Additional Pupil Spaces in Oshawa
2023-2024 Board Awards
Pride Month
Mental Health and Well-Being
Secondary Student Mental Health Leadership Summit
How to Understand and Support Your child or Adolescent with their Screen Use
DCDSB Student Spotlight
Nathan, St.
Jun 07, 2024
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