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DCPIC - May 2025 Newsletter Dear Parents and Guardians,  The latest issue of the Durham Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (DCPIC) newsletter is now available. This issue of the newsletter includes: A Message from the Chair; DCPIC Parent/Guardian Survey; A recap of Youth and Mental Health Night; 2024-2025 Distinguished Catholic Volunteer Award Recipients; and Follow DCPIC on Instagram! As a friendly reminder, the DCPIC is conducting a parent/guardian survey that will assist in setting the committee’s direction for the 2025-2026 school year.

May 23, 2025

A Day of Learning with Dr. Niigaan Sinclair On Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16, Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) staff and educators had the opportunity to gather at the Pope Francis Centre for a day of learning led by Dr. Niigaan Sinclair.

May 23, 2025

Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Hosts Special Olympics Floorball Tournament On May 1, 2025, students from Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School hosted and participated in a Special Olympics Floorball Tournament. Students from five different high schools participated in the tournament at Notre Dame.

May 22, 2025

DCDSB Jubilee Cross at Holy Family Catholic School On Monday, May 20, students and staff at Holy Family Catholic School in Beaverton gathered in a heartfelt outdoor liturgy to welcome the Jubilee Cross. This special cross, created by students from Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School, is journeying across the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) as a symbol of unity, faith, and hope.

May 21, 2025

Student Walk for Hope in Support of the Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation Schools across the Durham Catholic District School Board will be participating in the Student Walk for Hope in support of the Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation in June 2025! Students and staff are invited to donate “virtual” toonies to support Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation initiatives. Funds collected will assist the Foundation in helping children and families in the Durham Catholic District School Board.

May 20, 2025

A Night to Remember: St. Joseph Catholic School (Uxbridge) Talent Show and Artist’s Café The St. Joseph Catholic School Talent Show and Artist's Café was a heartwarming celebration of creativity, talent, and community spirit.

May 16, 2025

Together in Dance: 27 Schools Unite at the Annual Folk Dance Jamboree On Wednesday, April 30 and Thursday, May 1, Durham Catholic elementary schools hosted the annual Folk Dance Jamboree at Iroquois Park Sports Arena in Whitby. 27 schools participated in this event! The Jamboree featured 10 dances with each school having the option to participate in some, or all of them.

May 15, 2025

All Saints Catholic Secondary School Places First in Fundraising for the Terry Fox Foundation All Saints Catholic Secondary School has once again secured the top spot in fundraising for the Terry Fox Foundation during the 2024 Terry Fox School Run! The school community raised over $90,000, placing first among the top 25 secondary schools in Ontario. This achievement is not a first for All Saints Catholic Secondary School.

May 15, 2025

Indigenous Student Circle Visits Claremont Nature Centre On April 24, Indigenous students in Grades 6-12 across Durham Catholic District School Board joined together for a fun filled day at Claremont Nature Centre in Pickering. This day is one of the outings offered to members of the Indigenous Student Circle (ISC).

May 15, 2025

Exploring the Skilled Trades Through the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program and Indigenous Education DCDSB Indigenous Education in partnership with the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) hosted a project for students to experience learning on the land, cooking Indigenous dishes and exploring skilled trades. Grade 10 students at Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School had the opportunity to work with Indigenous Knowledge Holder, Beedahbin Peltier and Indigenous chef, Keri-Ann Peacock.

May 15, 2025