In a heartwarming display of camaraderie and compassion, a group of students led by Eliana Abner and her friends Rishayna Shaw, Madeline Sengthavy, Aiman Saad, Ambika Jaikaran and Ava Downey have set up a lemonade stand over the summer to raise funds for fellow students in the Durham District School Board (DDSB). This inspiring initiative, aptly named "Friends Making a Difference," aims to alleviate the challenges brought on by the increasing cost of living and ensure that every...
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Elizabeth B. Phin Public School is thrilled to announce the successful completion of a remarkable project that will benefit the entire community. Through dedicated fundraising efforts, the school has created a Little Library, extending a warm invitation to community members to embark on a world of knowledge and imagination.
At E.B. Phin Public School, we firmly believe that everyone should have equal access to books that inspire, educate, and entertain. Our Little Library...
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DDSB’s Durham Hairstylist Academy partnered with Durham CAS to host an educational evening for Black and Black-biracial youth, their families, and their foster families on how to care for natural hair.
The Durham Hairstylist Academy located at GL Roberts CVI hosted the event for members of the community with the initiative growing out of the Youth Council at the Durham Children’s Aid Society.
“Durham CAS have a youth council that have been doing a lot...
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With summer right around the corner, some DDSB students had a chance to attend the Watershed Festival hosted by the DDSB Outdoor Education and Environmental team.
Students at both the elementary and high school level took part in the festival which occurred on May 31 and June 1, respectively.
“We're thrilled with the fantastic success of the Watershed Festival, which spanned over two incredible days,” says Sarah Jeynes, a Facilitator with DDSB’s Outdoor...
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In a celebration of determination, unity, and the power of sport, the Durham District School Board proudly presented the Abilities Track and Field Meet. This groundbreaking competition embodies an inclusive culture, providing a platform where students of all abilities can showcase their talents side by side. The media, parents, and guardians witnessed this extraordinary event on Friday, June 16 and were in absolute awe of the students' unwavering perseverance and indomitable...
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