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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.
The idea for the coffee cart, aptly named ‘The Daily Drip’, came from a fusion...
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The Durham District School Board (DDSB) hosted its annual Volunteer of Distinction Awards Ceremony on October 17 th , celebrating the vital contributions of 115 volunteers whose dedication has impacted students, families, and staff across the district during the 2023-2024 school year. The awards recognized the tireless efforts of individuals whose time, talents, and generosity have become integral to the success of DDSB students.
“The success of our schools depends...
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It is with profound sadness that we learned today of the passing of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, a visionary leader whose life’s work transformed the landscape of justice, healing, and reconciliation in Canada. As Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, Senator...
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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,...
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Dear Families,
After a beautiful, warm September, the Fall weather seemed to arrive almost by surprise this week, forcing us to pull out sweaters and jackets and prepare for the chillier days ahead. For me, this season is a wonderful time to reflect on the year so far. I enjoy taking long walks with my beagle, seeing the magnificent colours of the leaves as they change - a great reminder of the beauty in change and growth. 
Speaking of growth, the Durham District...
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