Durham District School Board's (DDSB) Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is comprised of individuals from across Durham Region committed to the learning and well-being of students. SEAC advises the District on programming and services for students with special education strengths and needs. SEAC also supports parents/guardians with information about community connections.
SEAC is able to have up to 12 association members and is looking to expand. We are seeking a...
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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, partially or completely blocking the sun’s rays. On the afternoon of April 8th, 2024, a total solar eclipse is set to occur spanning across Southern Ontario and into Newfoundland and Labrador. Durham Region will see a partial eclipse. The sky will become dark, as if it were dawn or dusk. 
Although an eclipse is fascinating, it is important to understand the potential risks to eyesight if...
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The Durham District School Board announced today that it has reached a new agreement with the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) Professional Student Services Personnel (PSSP) bargaining unit. The DDSB Board of Trustees and the bargaining unit have ratified the agreement. 
“We are pleased to reach an agreement with the Professional Student Services Personnel bargaining unit, whose members help to provide equitable and supportive resources...
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The Durham District School Board announced today that is has a reached a new agreement with the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) Occasional Teachers bargaining unit. The DDSB Board of Trustees and the bargaining unit have ratified the agreement. 
“This agreement reflects our appreciation for their contributions,” said Christine Thatcher, Chair of the DDSB Board of Trustees. “Occasional teachers bring flexibility and expertise...
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Dear Families,
Greetings to you all as we welcome the arrival of spring. With the long weekend ahead, I want to extend my warmest wishes to all those observing various days of significance over the next few weeks, including Easter, Eid, Orthodox Easter, Passover, and Ramadan, to name a few. I hope this long weekend will be a time of joy, togetherness, and reflection for your families. 
As we approach Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31, I want to reaffirm our...
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