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Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! Whether you are joining the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) for the first time or returning for another year, we are delighted to have you as part of our Catholic learning community.
Each new school year brings an exciting sense of renewal and possibility. Building on the achievements of last year’s Student Achievement Plan , we remain focused on the goals outlined in our multi-year...
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On Tuesday, August 26, 2025, St. Theresa Catholic School in Whitby welcomed newcomer families to Durham Region by hosting the Welcome and Information for Newcomers (WIN) program. This day was made possible through the partnership program, Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS). SWIS Durham is a partnership program involving Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB), Durham District School Board (DDSB), Community Development Council Durham and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship...
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Durham Student Transportation Services (DSTS) is responsible for ensuring safe and efficient transportation to and from schools for eligible students.
Transportation and route information for the 2025-2026 School year is now available. Please use the automated phone line at 905-666-6979, or the  DSTS Family Portal  to access it online.
Please note that parents and guardians will require their child(ren)'s Ontario Education Number (OEN) to subscribe to the Family...
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On Friday, June 20, the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) and Lakeridge Gardens recognized the Project SEARCH Class of 2025 at a special graduation celebration in Ajax. This exciting occasion was led by Project SEARCH teachers, skills trainers, and program leads. The interns shared their favourite moments of the year with their classmates, Lakeridge Gardens mentors, and residents at the long-term care home.
After a memorable slideshow and speeches by interns...
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This summer, students in the Leadership and Recreation and Deconstructing Anti-Black Racism courses demonstrated exceptional leadership, insight, and community engagement — both inside and outside the classroom.   In the Leadership and Recreation course that was offered from July 2 - August 8, 2025 through  Archbishop Anthony Meagher Catholic Continuing Education Centre , Black students and allies organized inclusive multi-sport events...
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