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Posted On Friday, February 14, 2025

Dear Families,  
Welcome to the second half of the 2024-25 school year! I hope that your family had a restful winter break and a smooth return to school routines for the winter term. The Durham East Asian Network in Education (DEANE) hosted a fantastic Lunar New Year celebration on February 6 in the DDSB Education Centre. The spirit of community came through as we shared food and games, and applauded student performances. We were all captivated by the lion dance,...

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Posted On Thursday, February 13, 2025

All DDSB Schools/Offices Closed: February 13, 2025
As a result of the winter storm overnight, a decision has been made to close ALL DDSB schools/sites today, Thursday, February 13, 2025.
Community Use of Schools permits will also be cancelled for February 13, 2025.
This closure also applies to all child care sites on DDSB property. 

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Posted On Thursday, February 13, 2025

Durham Student Transportation Services have cancelled buses in ALL Zones, 1 (Brock), 2 (Uxbridge), 3 (Scugog) and 4 (Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa Area), due to road conditions resulting from inclement weather.  All schools are closed.
All elementary and secondary schools and all DDSB offices are closed for today.
Community Use of Schools permits will also be cancelled for February 13, 2025.
This closure also applies to all child care sites on DDSB...

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Posted On Wednesday, February 05, 2025

Inspiring Leadership Valley View Public School in Pickering is beaming with pride as one of its own, Robert Cartwright, has earned international recognition for his innovative teaching methods. Mr. Cartwright, a dedicated Grade 7/8 math teacher, was announced as the winner of an international competition hosted by Desmos Classroom in the Pro K-12 category. His engaging and interactive math activity, "Bike Paths," stood out among entries from around the world, earning top marks for Engagement, Instruction,...
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Posted On Monday, February 03, 2025


Tuesday February 11th at 10:00 AM - Course Selection
Course Selection AND Summer School Registration OPENS in myBlueprint.
Course selection CLOSES and Special Applications are Due Friday, February 21st at 3:30 PM
Need Guidance?  Make an appointment with your Guidance Counsellor.

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