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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

Ministry of Education: Year-End Messages to Families and Students Dear Parents and Guardians, Please find the following messages to families and students in Ontario from the Ministry of Education: Year-End Letter from the Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education Graduation Letter to the Class of 2025 and video message from the Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario Sincerely, Durham Catholic District School Board

Jun 18, 2025

DCDSB New Boundaries Established for North Oshawa Schools (Anticipated September 2027) Dear Parents and Guardians, We are writing to share an important update regarding the Oshawa Program and Boundary Study. At the Regular Board Meeting held on June 16, 2025, the Board of Trustees approved the establishment of a new Catholic elementary school boundary in the Kedron area, as well as boundary changes affecting St.

Jun 18, 2025