Dear DDSB Families,
Congratulations to students and their families as we recognize the achievement of another year of learning! Many graduation and completion ceremonies have taken place this June, celebrating significant milestones for students who have completed another leg of their education journey. While big milestones and accomplishments are of course worth celebrating, we also want to commend all our students for showing up consistently and doing their best. The past...
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We continue to be very excited about the new Josiah Henson Public School, which will help support our growing student population in the Pickering Seaton community.
We are reaching out to families of students currently attending Westcreek PS, Elizabeth B Phin PS, Highbush PS and DDSB@Home – Elementary scheduled to attend Josiah Henson PS to let you know the school opening scheduled for September 2025 has been delayed.
We recognize the delay in the opening of Josiah...
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Requesting an OST? Contact the Guidance Department of the school you last attended to request a transcript.   All secondary schools keep student transcripts for 55 years.  Contact information for all DDSB schools is available in the  school directory .
School Closed for Summer Vacation? During the second week of July through to the end of the third week of August when secondary schools are closed, an  online transcript request  form is...
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We are pleased to share the details of our ongoing efforts to renew and enhance our school facilities, in accordance with the Ministry of Education's directives. This aligns with our commitment to creating modern, safe, and healthy learning environments for all students and staff.
As part of the continued focus on improving school infrastructure, we have outlined the renewal projects completed over the past school year (2023-2024) and those currently underway or planned for...
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A big part of health and safety in schools is air quality.
Between 2020 and 2023, a total of 40 ventilation projects have been completed to upgrade the air quality in DDSB schools and buildings. This school year, an additional 3 ventilation projects are planned or already in progress.
We have invested in upgraded filters for all of our ventilation systems. These upgraded filters are highly effective at removing a broad range of particles, including bacteria and even...
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