DCPIC - May 2025 NewsletterDear Parents and Guardians,
The latest issue of the Durham Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (DCPIC) newsletter is now available.
This issue of the newsletter includes:
A Message from the Chair;
DCPIC Parent/Guardian Survey;
A recap of Youth and Mental Health Night;
2024-2025 Distinguished Catholic Volunteer Award Recipients; and
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As a friendly reminder, the DCPIC is conducting a parent/guardian survey that will assist in setting the committee’s direction for the 2025-2026 school year.
May 23, 2025
Scholarship and Bursary ResourceA new resource has been developed by Archbishop Anthony Meagher CCEC Guidance. Click on the PDF to learn about various financial aid opportunities for post-secondary, including scholarships and bursaries.
May 23, 2025
A Day of Learning with Dr. Niigaan SinclairOn Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16, Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) staff and educators had the opportunity to gather at the Pope Francis Centre for a day of learning led by Dr. Niigaan Sinclair.
DCDSB Jubilee Cross at Holy Family Catholic SchoolOn Monday, May 20, students and staff at Holy Family Catholic School in Beaverton gathered in a heartfelt outdoor liturgy to welcome the Jubilee Cross. This special cross, created by students from Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School, is journeying across the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) as a symbol of unity, faith, and hope.
May 21, 2025
Student Walk for Hope in Support of the Durham Catholic Children’s FoundationSchools across the Durham Catholic District School Board will be participating in the Student Walk for Hope in support of the Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation in June 2025!
Students and staff are invited to donate “virtual” toonies to support Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation initiatives. Funds collected will assist the Foundation in helping children and families in the Durham Catholic District School Board.
Together in Dance: 27 Schools Unite at the Annual Folk Dance JamboreeOn Wednesday, April 30 and Thursday, May 1, Durham Catholic elementary schools hosted the annual Folk Dance Jamboree at Iroquois Park Sports Arena in Whitby. 27 schools participated in this event!
The Jamboree featured 10 dances with each school having the option to participate in some, or all of them.