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The Durham Catholic District School Board joins the Catholic community around the world in mourning the loss of our Holy Father, Pope Francis, who inspired us all with his unwavering hope and profound love. His Holiness reminded us that in times of sorrow, we can find strength in unity and solace in our shared faith. As we reflect on his life and legacy, let us carry forward his message of compassion and care for one another.
We offer this prayer from our Durham Catholic learning...
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On Wednesday, April 16, St. Bernadette Catholic School recognized their patron saint's feast day. St. Bernadette started her life in poverty and was very ill. Therefore, she is known to be the patron saint of those who are sick, those that live in poverty and of shepherds. Her story changed forever at the age of 14 when she began a series of visitations. During her last visit, a beautiful lady made herself known as the Immaculate Conception, our heavenly Mother Mary.  ...
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Dear DCDSB Families,
As we journey through Holy Week, we are reminded of the profound love that lies at the heart of our faith. It is a time for us to come together in prayer and reflection to deepen our understanding of the sacrifices that fill our hearts and renew our spirits.
In our Durham Catholic schools, Lent has been a season of hope, filled with community as we support one another in our spiritual growth. Whether through prayer, liturgical celebrations,...
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Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) Student Services presents Unity Hub - Connecting Communities on Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School (1375 Harwood Ave N, Ajax). Join us to find out about services and programs offered by various community organizations, agencies and post secondary pathways.
Presentations from Participation House, Durham College Access and Support Centre, and Resources for Exceptional Children...
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Durham Catholic District School Board's Coach/Advocate for Black Students (CABS) program is excited to offer three different Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) camps in partnership with Queen’s University, Ontario Tech University Engineering Outreach, and McMaster University.   Through this program, students will experience a community-orientated and accessible learning environment to explore different facets of STEM, coding, and engineering design....
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