In a heartwarming display of community spirit and generosity, Lear Corporation Whitby has made a significant impact on Glen St. Public School, a local Elementary School within the Durham District School Board. Throughout the school year, Lear Corporation has provided a monthly pizza lunch for the staff and students, bringing joy and a sense of togetherness to the school community. As the school year drew to a close, Lear Corporation's commitment to Glen St. Public School reached...
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Over 50 student works on display at Station Gallery until June 30
When Durham Alternative Secondary School (DASS) Visual Arts teacher Ashley Chambers started working at the Pickering location in February, she knew she wanted to make a difference in her students’ lives and contribute to the changed narrative of her school.
“We are aware of the historical negative stigma associated with DASS, and I wanted an opportunity to showcase to the community the reality...
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Durham Alternative Secondary School (DASS) has taken a significant step toward enhancing its campus and honouring its commitment to environmental stewardship. The school recently applied for and was awarded a prestigious Greening Canada’s School Grounds grant from Tree Canada, a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Canadians by planting and nurturing trees.
Being a central, urban, ecologically stressed site following several expansions...
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Grade 6 and 7 students at Kedron Public School participated in a three-week innovative project that had them plan, design, and print accessible solutions for people with disabilities.
Earlier this year, Inclusive Students Services and Innovative Education staff rolled out a new project for schools titled 3D Printing Project: Dream, Design, Deliver. The goal is to teach students to use 3D printing technology to design and produce practical accessibility solutions while providing...
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Celebrating Excellence: DDSB Students Shine at Skills Ontario Competition 
The Toronto Congress Centre was abuzz with talent and enthusiasm from May 6 to 7 as Canada’s largest skilled trades and technologies competition, Skills Ontario, unfolded its vibrant tapestry of ingenuity and skill. Welcoming over 2,400 competitors ranging from Grade 4 prodigies to seasoned apprentices, the event showcased the boundless potential residing within our nation's youth. 
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