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The Durham District School Board (DDSB) announced today that it has reached a new agreement with the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) Teachers bargaining unit. The DDSB Board of Trustees and the bargaining unit have ratified the agreement.
“This agreement underlines our shared commitment to fostering positive learning environments and ensuring equitable conditions for our dedicated elementary teachers,” said Christine Thatcher,...
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The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is inviting the broader community to help name a new school in its District. The Unnamed North Oshawa Public School (Windfields Farm Dr. W. and Wintergrace Ave.) is set to open in September 2024 and the DDSB wants community input on a potential school name.
We invite you to participate in the naming process by submitting your suggestions. You can share your input through the following link . Submissions must be received by Friday,...
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In its triumphant third year, the Empower Her Conference once again ignited inspiration and drive across elementary schools within the Durham District School Board (DDSB). Designed to empower young girls proudly identifying as Black in Grades 6, 7, and 8, this conference has emerged as a transformative platform, fostering enriching dialogue, fresh insights, and invaluable experiences.
Crafted with the intent to elevate, motivate, and amplify the voices of future leaders,...
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Ministry of Education Minister 315 Front Street West Toronto ON M7A 0B8
Ministère de l'Éducation Ministre 315, rue Front Ouest Toronto ON M7A 0B8
Dear parents,
For the first time in nearly a generation, our government successfully negotiated agreements with all teachers’ unions and averted strikes in schools. This allowed us to deliver on our promise to parents to bring stability to classrooms and keep kids in class.
As kids benefit from three...
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Willows Walk Public School has demonstrated its commitment to environmental stewardship by organizing a successful Earth Day cleanup event on April 22. Staff and students enthusiastically participated in collecting garbage in and around their school yard, resulting in an impressive haul of 223 pounds of litter gathered in less than an hour. 
The initiative, led by the passionate educators and students at Willows Walk PS, aimed to raise awareness about the importance of...
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