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DENSA Hosts an Engaging Community Night To wrap up the month of November, in a dazzling celebration of culture, tradition, and community, the Durham Educators' Network for South Asians (DENSA) hosted an inspiring event during Hindu Heritage Month. The evening, filled with colour, rhythm, and flavors, brought together students, educators, and community members to celebrate the richness of South Asia and the Hindu heritage.

Dec 13, 2024

Open House Celebrates Success, Collaboration, and Support for All Staff The Durham District School Board (DDSB) in collaboration with the Leadership and People and Culture departments welcomed staff from all corners of the district to the Education Centre on October 29th for an evening filled with networking, collaboration, and learning. The event was designed to provide staff, whether new to their roles or with years of experience, with the tools, information, and connections they need to excel in their work and support the DDSB community.

Nov 15, 2024

Two DDSB Staff Presented with Awards At the October 21st Board meeting, DDSB staff members Michele Gordon and Robert Field were proudly presented with the Ontario Public School Boards Association (OPSBA) Achievement Award and the DDSB Educational Services Staff Award. Michele Gordon Receives 2024 OPSBA Achievement Award Each year, OPSBA’s Achievement Awards are presented to members of school communities across the province for their outstanding, exemplary, and unique contributions to the overall well-being of a school or community through in-school, board-wide, extra-curricular and/or volunteer activity.

Nov 12, 2024

'The Daily Drip’ Coffee Cart Comes to Clara Hughes PS With the support of staff, students in the School Support Program (SSP) class at Clara Hughes Public School are learning a few new skills by owning and operating the school's first coffee cart. Beginning November 5th, students will take the cart to each classroom before recess offering staff the opportunity to purchase an assortment of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and baked goods.

Nov 07, 2024

Biffin Cousins Shine on World Stage What if you had the chance to play a sport you love - at the international level? What if you had the chance to play the sport you love, at the international level, with a best friend who is also your cousin? This is the situation for the Biffin cousin's, Ellie and Lily, who had the chance to play soccer on the international stage at the U15 CONCACAF Girls Soccer Tournament representing Team Guyana over the summer. The cousins, who have been playing soccer for most of their lives, started playing competitively at the age of eight.

Oct 25, 2024

Port Perry High School’s Abigail Folk Shines at U18 World Championships Port Perry High School is beaming with pride as one of its own, Abigail Folk, made waves on the international stage while competing with Team Canada at the U18 Women’s Water Polo World Championships in Chengdu, China. On August 15, 2024, Abigail set the tone for an exhilarating tournament by being named “Player of the Game” in Canada's opening match against Thailand.

Sep 19, 2024

Lear Corporation Whitby: A Beacon of Generosity for Glen Street Public School 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.

Jun 28, 2024

First Annual DASS Student Art Exhibit 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 of how amazing DASS and our students are,” says Chambers.

Jun 26, 2024

DASS Secures Tree Canada Grant 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.

Jun 25, 2024

Kedron PS students design accessible solutions in 3D printing project 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.

May 15, 2024