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On November 28, the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) recognized DCDSB Let's Talk Day. In recognition of DCDSB Let’s Talk Day, St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School's Empowerment Club took the lead in promoting meaningful conversations about mental wellness. Students visited every classroom from Kindergarten to Grade 8, guiding their peers through a square breathing exercise and sharing resources on how and where to seek help when they need it. With the support...
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Dear Families,
As the season of Advent begins this Sunday, December 1, we are reminded of the profound meaning this time holds within our Catholic faith. Advent is a time of spiritual preparation and reflection as we anticipate the celebration of the birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. 
This season offers us an opportunity to pause and reflect on the values of hope, peace, joy and love. It is a time to gather with family and friends, and to reach out to those in need...
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Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers, 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;
Recap of the Financial Literacy Parent Night;
Save the Date for the Upcoming Advent Craft Night;
A look back at the DCPIC Commissioning Mass;
Information for Sharing; and
Upcoming Meetings.
For more information about the...
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Today is DCDSB Let’s Talk Day, a day for us to talk about mental health and the ways that anyone can reach out for help!
In Ontario, schools are the most common place where children and youth access mental health supports. You can work with your school to help make sure your child gets the support they need. If you’re concerned about your child’s mental health, you can speak to your child’s classroom teacher or another school staff member with whom...
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The Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) is pleased to share the results of the election of the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board of Trustees, which took place at the Annual Board Meeting on November 25, 2024.
Monique Forster, Trustee for the Town of Ajax, was re-elected to the position of Chair of the Board. Ms. Forster was first elected as a Trustee for the Town of Ajax in 2014 and has been re-elected twice. Trustee Forster has served as Chair of the Board of...
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