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The Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) recognizes Bullying Prevention and Intervention Week, which takes place from November 17-24, 2025. Guided by our spiritual theme, Blessed are the Peacemakers (Matthew 5:9), we are inspired by Pope Leo’s call for peace and unity through dialogue and understanding.  Consistent with Pope Leo’s invocation of peace, the DCDSB believes that bullying in any form runs counter to Christ’s message of love, inclusion......
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Dear Families,
We are pleased to share the exciting news that construction has officially begun on the new Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School in Oshawa. Visit dcdsb.ca to see the full groundbreaking announcement details and photos .
This state-of-the-art facility, located at 1001 Greenhill Drive in Oshawa, will serve students in Grades 9 through 12, offering both English and French Immersion programming. Scheduled to open in September 2027, the school will accommodate...
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As part of its plan to protect Ontario and prepare students for success in our workforce, the Ontario government has provided the Durham Catholic District School Board with approval to issue the tender for the new replacement Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School to create more student spaces. 
“The funding for a new replacement Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School in Oshawa is great news for our community,” said the Hon. Todd McCarthy, MPP for Durham....
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Dear Families, 
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, a national initiative that focuses on online safety. At the Durham Catholic District School Board, keeping our schools, students, staff, and families safe is a top priority.
We want to share an important reminder about online safety and a potential online threat to students and their devices. YouTube videos designed to attract student attention and distribute harmful malware are circulating online. These videos...
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
Throughout the month of November, the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) pays our respects to the over 2.3 million Canadians who have served our country, and continue to serve, in times of war, conflict and peace. On Indigenous Veterans Day on November 8, and Remembrance Day on November 11, we pay tribute to all those who have fought for Canada in the First and Second World Wars, the Korean...
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