News

Nominations are being accepted for the DCDSB Reverend John Markle Home to School Communications Award.   
Is your school delivering outstanding communications? Durham Catholic schools are committed to engaging with our communities by delivering timely, effective, and open communication. A selection committee is accepting nominations from students and families who believe their school has done an outstanding job in communicating with them over the 2024-2025 school...
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Grade 5 students at St. Patrick Catholic School showcased their creativity, critical thinking and collaboration skills through Coding Quest projects! Students used Scratch and Makey Makeys to create interactive French video games while integrating skills across three subjects: French, Science, and Math.
In Math class, students tackled coding challenges with Scratch, incorporated algorithms, loops, and problem-solving techniques in designing their games. In Science class,...
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The Durham Catholic Parent Involvement Committee and the Durham Catholic District School Board Literacy Team have partnered to offer a Family Literacy Night for parents and caregivers. 
This presentation will cover:
Key changes to reading and writing instruction in Ontario
The purpose of early reading screening
Ways parents and caregivers can support strong reading outcomes at home
The presentation will be available on three different dates...
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Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers,  
The January 2025 issue of the DCDSB News is now available! This issue of the newsletter offers families an overview of current news, upcoming events, and information on what's happening across the Durham Catholic District School Board. 
Highlights include:
Faith Living in Hope Student Reflection
Jubilee 2025

Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation Thank You for Participating...
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We are excited to announce the Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation 1st Annual Dart Tournament! Funds raised will go to the Durham Catholic Children's Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing hope to the students of the Durham Catholic District School Board through fundraising efforts and your support. 
Please see below for the event details:
Date:  Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time:  Social:   6:00 – 6:45 p.m.,...
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