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DCDSB Celebrates Inaugural Black Student Excellence Awards On Thursday, November 7, 2024, the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) hosted the inaugural Black Student Excellence Awards. A collaboration between the DCDSB and the board's Anti-Black Racism and Black Excellence Advisory Committee, the awards honour Grade 11 and Grade 12 students who self-identify as Black and have demonstrated leadership and/or commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion efforts.

Nov 12, 2024

St. Bernard Catholic School Makes the Environment Greener On Saturday, October 19, 2024, St. Bernard Catholic School students, families, and staff came together to make their school yard and the environment greener.

Nov 05, 2024

Taste of the Trades Day at Durham College Grade 9 and 10 students from Monsignor John Pereyma Catholic Secondary School participated in the Taste of the Trades activity at the Durham College Whitby Campus on Monday, October 21. This activity provided students the opportunity to be inspired and engaged through stimulating workshops associated with skilled trades and apprenticeships.

Nov 05, 2024

DCDSB News - November 2024 Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers, The November 2024 issue 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 Durham Catholic District School Board.

Nov 04, 2024

Exploring the Land at All Saints Catholic Secondary School On Wednesday, October 23, Ms. McClosky's World Religions class at All Saints Catholic Secondary School participated in on the land learning with the DCDSB Indigenous Education Team.

Nov 01, 2024

Honouring our Veterans: A DCDSB Community Tribute Throughout the month of November, the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) pays our respects to the over 2.3 million Canadians who have served our country, and continue to serve, in times of war, conflict and peace.

Nov 01, 2024

DCDSB Students get a 'Taste' of Apprenticeship Program On Wednesday, October 23, Grade 11 and 12 students across the Durham Catholic District School Board attended an Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) Cook Information and Experience Day at the Durham College Whitby Campus. Students met the faculty, went on a tour of the culinary labs and facilities, and participated in hands-on cooking sessions and prepared 75 meals for lunch.

Oct 31, 2024

Financial Literacy Parent Night Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers, The Durham Catholic Parent Involvement Committee, in partnership with the Durham Catholic District School Board, is pleased to offer a Financial Literacy Parent Night on Thursday, November 21, 2024, from 6:30 p.m.

Oct 29, 2024

2024-2025 DCDSB Student Achievement Plan Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) is pleased to present the 2024-2025 Student Achievement Plan. In accordance with the Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act (2023), the DCDSB Student Achievement Plan was developed to include the following mandatory provincial priorities and goals: Priority 1 – Achievement of Learning Outcomes in Core Academic Skills Goal #1 (a) - Improve students’ literacy learning and achievement Goal #1 (b) - Improve students’ math learning and achievement Priority 2 – Preparation of Students for Future Success Goal #2 (a) - Improve graduation rates and preparedness for future success Priority 3 – Student Engagement and Well-Being Goal #3 (a) - Improve students’ participation in class time and learning Goal #3 (b) - Improve student well-being Please click here to view the 2024-2025 Student Achievement Plan.

Oct 29, 2024

DCDSB Schools Fundraise for ShareLife Students and educators came together to support community members in need through a series of successful fundraising events for ShareLife. Let’s celebrate the outstanding efforts of the top three schools in our Catholic learning community: St.

Oct 22, 2024