News - St. Andre Bessette Catholic School

We are pleased to share the November 2025 edition of the Durham Catholic District School Board’s Black Excellence newsletter. This newsletter features information, resources, and events that may be of interest to Black and Black-identifying students and families at the DCDSB.

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.

We want to share a friendly reminder of the upcoming final public meeting for the Seaton #1 and Boundary Changes to Ajax and Pickering Schools Study.

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.

We want to share a reminder of upcoming public consultation sessions for the Seaton #1 and Changes to Ajax and Pickering Schools Study. As previously shared with families on September 26, 2025, there are three recommendations that are being considered in this boundary study as a result of the new Seaton #1 Catholic School construction.

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.