Back to School Letter from the Minister of EducationDear DCDSB Learning Community,
The Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, shares back-to-school greetings with students, families and educators across the province.
Click here to read the Minister of Education's letter.
Aug 29, 2025
Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year!Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! Whether you are joining the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) for the first time or returning for another year, we are delighted to have you as part of our Catholic learning community.
Each new school year brings an exciting sense of renewal and possibility.
Aug 28, 2025
St. Theresa Catholic School Opens Its Doors to NewcomersOn Tuesday, August 26, 2025, St. Theresa Catholic School in Whitby welcomed newcomer families to Durham Region by hosting the Welcome and Information for Newcomers (WIN) program.
Aug 28, 2025
DSTS - 2025-2026 Bus Transportation Information Now AvailableDurham Student Transportation Services (DSTS) is responsible for ensuring safe and efficient transportation to and from schools for eligible students.
Transportation and route information for the 2025-2026 School year is now available.
DCDSB Celebrates Student Leadership and Advocacy During Summer ProgrammingThis 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 ForbesThe 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 IssueDear 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 MessageDear 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.
