Wishing you a blessed Advent season from Durham Catholic District School Board. | |
Share Your Thoughts on our Board Multi-Year Plan Implementation | |
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Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) is committed to open and ongoing engagement with students, staff, families, and community partners to support achievement of the priorities outlined in our Multi-Year Plan, Inspire 2026.
The specific strategies and actions that are planned in our first year of implementation are outlined in the 2023-2024 Student Achievement Plan.
All students, families, and community members are invited to participate in the following ThoughtExchange question:
- What do you think is going well in terms of the implementation of our multi-year plan, Inspire 2026, and what suggestions do you have for our future planning?
Please click here to participate in this ThoughtExchange.
Feedback received from the ThoughtExchange will help to monitor and inform the implementation and monitoring process of our new multi-year plan. This ThoughtExchange will be available until Friday, December 22, 2023.
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During Advent, we are called to reflect on the past, present, and future comings of Christ. We remember Jesus' humble first coming in our human flesh, we celebrate his presence in word and sacrament, and we eagerly anticipate his second coming in glory.
Click here to view our advent resources.
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Cohen from St. Matthew the Evangelist Catholic School tells us about his amazing Coco's Cocoa for Kids fundraising initiative and how he's Speaking With the Heart.
All the proceeds raised from Cohen's hot cocoa stand go toward SickKids Hospital, to support their new goal of looking into the future of medical health.
Congratulations to Cohen and his family and friends on this amazing initiative. Your compassion and generosity are an inspiration to us all.
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DCPIC Advent Craft Night
The Durham Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (DCPIC) is hosting an Advent Craft Night for DCDSB elementary students and their families.
Join DCPIC for a free, faith and fun-filled evening of Advent crafting and light refreshments.
Click here to register.
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Indigenous Education In Action | |
Indigenous Education Highlights | |
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It's been a busy few months as students across DCDSB have engaged in Indigenous Education. Please see the stories below to learn more.
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2023-2024 Student Achievement Plan | |
DCDSB is pleased to present the 2023-2024 Student Achievement Plan. This plan is a working document and will be continually updated and revised, so we encourage you to subscribe to the webpage to receive updates.
The 2023-2024 Student Achievement Plan has been developed in accordance with the Better Schools and Student Outcomes Act (2023) and aligns with the provincial priorities and goals.
Click here to view the 2023-2024 Student Achievement Plan.
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Durham Catholic District School Board Trustees Elect Chair and Vice-Chair | |
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The Durham Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce the results of the elections which took place at the Annual Meeting of the Board of Trustees on Monday, November 27, 2023.
Congratulations to Trustee Monique Forster who was re-elected to the position of Chair of the Board and Trustee Richard Damianopoulos who was elected as Vice-Chair of the Board.
Visit dcdsb.ca to read the news release.
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French Immersion Registration Now Open | |
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Registration for a September 2024 start in Grade 1 French Immersion at the Durham Catholic District School Board is now open!
All interested Year 2 Kindergarten/Senior Kindergarten students are invited to register online through OSAS. To complete the application, login to your OSAS account, and select “French Immersion New Application”. The registration deadline is Friday, January 19, 2024.
On November 28, DCDSB also hosted a virtual French Immersion Information Night. You can watch a recording of the session below.
Click here to learn more about French Immersion at DCDSB.
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Equity Invitational Learning Series - Second Session | |
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Save-the-date for the second session of the Equity Invitation Learning Series.
- Date: Tuesday, January 16, 2024
- Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
- Guest Speaker: Allison Hector-Alexander
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Session focus: The Role of Allyship in Dismantling Anti-Black Racism, to Promote Successful Outcomes for Students
- Location: In-person at the Pope Francis Centre, DCDSB Board Office (652 Rossland Rd W, Oshawa) or virtually via Zoom
More details and a registration link will be shared in the January DCDSB News.
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Inclement Weather Reminder | |
Student Spotlight - Kaiyah J. and Liam C. | |
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In this Student Spotlight video, Kaiyah J. from St. Anne Catholic School shares her experience as Mini Police Chief! Kaiyah got to spend the day with Durham Regional Police Services and served as Mini Police Chief.
Congratulations, Kaiyah, on your accomplishment!
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This Student Spotlight segment features Liam C., a student at St. John XXIII Catholic School and a Team Champion in the Pitch-Hit-Run Competition! Liam tells us about this incredible experience and what it was like to play at the Rogers Centre and to go to the World Series.
Congratulations, Liam, on a job well done!
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OYAP Level 1 Cook Program | |
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This fall, DCDSB students in Grades 11 and 12 attended an information session at Durham College to learn more about the Level 1 Cook Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP).
While there, they had the opportunity to meet with faculty, tour the culinary labs and participate in hands-on activities, giving them a taste of what they can expect if they choose to enrol in this experiential program.
Click here to read more.
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Youth For Others Social Justice Day - A Secondary Student's Perspective | |
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Written by Devan L., Grade 12 student at All Saints Catholic Secondary School.
On November 13, high school students from across the DCDSB gathered at the Pope Francis Centre in Oshawa to discuss important social justice issues surrounding girls’ education.
Students were honoured with the opportunity to hear from South African Education Activist, Noluthando Honono, via Zoom.
Click here to read the full story.
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Durham Catholic Children's Foundation | |
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On November 28, we celebrated Giving Tuesday, in support of the Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation. Students and families donated through School Cash Online, and we raised a total of $5,830!
Through your generosity, we can help students reach their full potential by ensuring they have access to essentials such as food, clothing and shelter. Donations received will have a direct impact on the lives of our students to ensure they can participate fully in all aspects of school life, including field trips and extracurricular activities with their peers. Additionally, we reserve emergency response funds for the students and families in need.
Thank you for helping to make a difference right here in our own Durham Catholic learning community.
To learn more about the Durham Catholic Children’s Foundation, or to make a donation, please visit our website: www.durhamcatholicfoundation.ca.
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Durham Catholic Children's Foundation Gala | |
The Durham Catholic Children's Foundation is pleased to announce its 10th annual Gala! Save the date for Tuesday, May 16, 2024. | |
Open Doors to a Career in Child Care with Archbishop Anthony Meagher Catholic Continuing Education Centre's Child Care Assistant Training Program | |
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Are you looking to make a positive impact in the lives of young children? Do you want to prepare for the Early Childhood Education diploma program? Look no further than the Child Care Assistant Training Program at Archbishop Anthony Meagher Catholic Continuing Education Centre.
The program provides students with focused classroom learning, certifications, and on-the-job experience for those who want to start a career as an Early Childhood Assistant. In just 18 weeks, students can earn their Child Care Assistant certificate. The program is designed for adults who are 18 years of age or older and out of a regular high school and is conveniently offered at both our Ajax and Oshawa campuses. Students can enrol for a January or September start.
As an added incentive, students in the program can earn six credits toward their high school diploma. Guidance support is available for those who wish to pursue their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Applicants who have a high school diploma are still eligible to enrol in the program.
To register, applicants must attend an orientation and pass a literacy test and short interview. Applicant must also possess a clear criminal reference check and maintain up-to-date immunizations for placement.
While there is no tuition fee, certifications and materials are available for a minimal cost of $395. This includes essential training such as First Aid and CPR, WHMIS, safe food handling, and infection control.
Your future as a Child Care Assistant can begin by joining our next orientation session. Dates and times can be found at www.con-ed.ca/cca
For more information on the Child Care Assistant Training Program and other courses and programs at the Catholic Continuing Education Centre, visit www.con-ed.ca or contact the Ajax campus at 905-683-7713 or the Oshawa campus at 905-438-0570.
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- Dec. 3: First Sunday of Advent
- Dec. 3: International Day of Persons with Disabilities
- Dec. 3-9: Computer Science Week - Hour of Code
- Dec. 5: Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) Meeting
- Dec. 6: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
- Dec. 7: Beginning of the Jewish Festival of Hanukkah (Festival of Lights)
- Dec. 8: The Solemnity Immaculate Conception of The Blessed Virgin Mary
- Dec. 10: Human Rights Day
- Dec. 10: Second Sunday of Advent
- Dec. 15: End of the Jewish Festival of Hanukkah (Festival of Lights)
- Dec. 17: Third Sunday of Advent
- Dec. 18: Regular Board Meeting
- Dec. 22: Last Day of School
- Dec. 23-Jan. 7: Christmas Break (schools closed)
- Dec. 24: Fourth Sunday of Advent
- Dec. 24: Christmas Eve
- Dec. 25: Christmas Day
- Dec. 26-Jan 1: Kwanzaa (Celebration of African History & Culture)
- Dec. 31: Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
- Dec. 31: New Years Eve
- Jan. 8: School resumes
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Durham Catholic District School Board
650 Rossland Road West
Oshawa, ON L1J 7C4
(905) 576-6150
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