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Durham Catholic Parent Involvement Committee Nominations Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers, The Durham Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (DCPIC) hosts elections for available positions on the committee at the beginning of each school year. In order to be eligible for a position on DCPIC, you must either be nominated for a position or self-nominate for a position.

Sep 10, 2024

DCDSB News - Back-to-School Issue Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers: The Back-to-School 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. This newsletter includes:

Aug 30, 2024

Welcome to the 2024-2025 School Year (1) Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers: Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! I extend a heartfelt greeting to students and families who are new to the Durham Catholic District School Board, and a warm ‘welcome back’ to returning students and families. I am excited to begin this year as the new Director of Education for the DCDSB and look forward to connecting with students and families in this new role.

Aug 29, 2024

DCDSB Announces Appointment of Superintendent of Education and Chief Human Resources Officer The Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Outram to the position of Superintendent of Education effective August 12, 2024, and Jaime Sheepwash to the position of Chief Human Resources Officer effective August 19, 2024. Jessica Outram has over 25 years of experience, which includes 12 years of teaching in secondary schools with DCDSB, 10 years in school administration with Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPRDSB) in elementary and secondary schools, and three years as a System Principal of Indigenous Education K-12 with KPRDSB.

Aug 20, 2024

Special Board Meeting – August 19, 2024 The Durham Catholic District School Board is holding a Special Board Meeting on Monday, August 19, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.

Aug 15, 2024

CABS Multi-Sport Summer Camp This summer, DCDSB students in Grades 6-9 participated in the CABS Multi-Sport camp at Archbishop Denis O'Connor Catholic High School. Students played a variety of recreational activities, including basketball, volleyball, kickball and more! In addition, camp leaders facilitated activities that were aimed at building leadership, fitness, and peer relationship skills.

Aug 15, 2024

Active Harmony Camp Active Harmony Camp provides a vibrant summer experience for children in Grades 2-5, emphasizing wellness, sports, and fun activities. Campers participate in sports coaching to enhance skills and teamwork.

Jul 03, 2024

Building Buddies Social Skills Camp The Durham Catholic District School Board is excited to offer the "Building Buddies" Social Skills Camp this summer. This program's goal is to enhance positive social interactions through play-based learning and campers will have the opportunity to develop social skills through play with peers.

Jul 03, 2024

2023-2024 Year-End Message from Minister of Education Please find below a 2023-2024 year-end video message from Minister of Education, Todd Smith. Minister Smith thanks students, staff and families in Ontario for your tremendous support and dedication over the past year.

Jun 28, 2024

DCDSB News - Summer 2024 Issue Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers: The Summer 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. Highlights include:

Jun 28, 2024