News

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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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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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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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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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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