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Dear Parents, Guardians and Caregivers,
As the Christmas season approaches, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on the past year and extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for your continued partnership. Your commitment and support play a vital role in the success and well-being of our students.
Please click here to view a Christmas video message to DCDSB families .
Thank you, for all that you do, to make Durham Catholic a place to listen,...
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Dear DCDSB Community,
It is with great pride and gratitude that I present the 2023-2024 Director’s Annual Report: Speaking With the Heart . This past year has been an incredible journey of growth, achievement, and commitment to our renewed mission to be an inclusive Catholic learning community that inspires every student to achieve their full potential through faith and education.
We were inspired once again by the words of Pope Francis for our 2023-2024 Spiritual...
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Grade 5 students at St. Patrick Catholic School had the exciting opportunity to engage with representatives from the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.  
The presentation was highly engaging, with students participating in a hands-on mock debate and vote, mirroring the activities of the real legislative process. They took on roles as Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs), discussing key issues and then casting their votes, experiencing firsthand how decisions are...
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On December 3, we celebrated Giving Tuesday in support of the Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation. DCDSB families donated through School Cash Online and through the Foundation website, and together, we raised a total of $12,107!
Your generous donations will help ensure that DCDSB students have access to essential resources like food, clothing, shelter, and more. The funds raised will directly support students, enabling them to fully participate in school activities...
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The Student Council at St. Patrick Catholic School decorated their Christmas tree with ornaments for a good cause! Students purchased ornaments to support families in need during the Advent season through the school’s Stars and Angels fundraiser. The proceeds from each ornament sold will go directly to a family in need in the community. As the donations increase, so do the number of ornaments on the tree. St. Patrick Catholic School continues to show commitment to Catholic...
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