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Today, MPP Peter Bethlenfalvy, alongside Chair Monique Forster and Mayor Kevin Ashe, officially broke ground on the new Seaton #1 Catholic Elementary School. As part of its plan to protect Ontario and prepare students for success, the Ontario government has provided the Durham Catholic District School Board with a total funding amount of $33.8 million for the new Seaton Catholic Elementary School to create more student spaces.

The Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) recognizes Bullying Prevention and Intervention Week, which takes place from November 17-24, 2025.

On November 6, 2025, the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) hosted the Second Annual Black Student Excellence Awards, continuing its commitment to celebrating the achievements of Black students across the board.

Archbishop Anthony Meagher Catholic Continuing Education Centre is excited to share that we’re heading to Europe in Summer 2026.

In October, the Monsignor John Pereyma Social Justice Club organized their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, a national initiative that focuses on online safety. At the Durham Catholic District School Board, keeping our schools, students, staff, and families safe is a top priority.

The Durham Catholic District School Board and the Anti-Black Racism and Black Excellence Advisory Committee are pleased to host the 2025 Black Student Excellence Awards at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2025. The awards will be held at the DCDSB Pope Francis Centre (652 Rossland Rd. West, Oshawa).

On October 25, 2025, DCDSB Trustees and staff proudly attended the 38th Annual Father Patrick Fogarty Awards Dinner, a celebration of excellence in Catholic education across Ontario.

Dear Parents and Guardians, 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.