The DPCDSB community was saddened to learn of the tragic loss of life of Karolina Ciasullo, a Grade 4 teacher at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Elementary School, and her three children. Our deepest condolences go out to her husband, other members of the family, friends & colleagues.
It is with great sadness that we have learned of the recent death of a DPCDSB student. At this time, we are focusing on supporting staff and students and respecting the privacy of the grieving family.
Our prayers go out to the family, staff, students and all who are impacted.
A settlement has been reached with CUPE education workers. As a result, all DPCDSB schools will be open as usual tomorrow morning. All before and after school programs operating in DPCDSB schools as well as childcare centres operating in DPCDSB schools will be open as usual.
CANCELLATION NOTICE: For Monday, April 16, all schools and offices in the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board are CLOSED due to continued extreme weather and road conditions. Please RT
#DPCDSB
will be donating inventory of personal protective equipment to the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services to distribute to the health care and essential social services sectors across Ontario.
#COVID
ー19
NOTICE: If a settlement is NOT reached and the CUPE strike proceeds, ALL DPCDSB SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED TO STUDENTS beginning Monday, Oct. 7.
More info:
If there are any changes, we will communicate these on this Twitter account and board website.
The DPCDSB system closure today includes all schools and board facilities as well as before and after school programs, Adult and Continuing Education programs and evening permits.
📢System Closure Extended:
Due to the significant amount of snowfall today, ALL DPCDSB schools/board facilities will remain closed to students/staff for tomorrow, Jan 18. Students will switch to remote learning for the day.
➡Please read for more details:
The
@DPCDSBSchools
community remembers the victims, their families and all those impacted by the NZ mosque attack in our thoughts and prayers. Flags at all DPCDSB schools and facilities are being lowered throughout the weekend out of respect and in memory of the victims.
Students who identify as LGBTQ+ often face discrimination. We are all created in the image and likeness of God, deserving of dignity and respect. Discrimination undermines the dignity of individuals.
Let’s ensure that DPCDSB schools are safe, inclusive and welcoming for all.
#DPCDSB
family, we made it through our first week of distance learning! 🙏🙌
Wishing all our students, staff and families a restful, safe and blessed Easter Weekend.
DPCDSB will provide an update regarding COVID-19 pandemic school closures to students, staff and parents/guardians as soon as it is available.
Please see the latest statement from the Government of Ontario:
On Good Friday, we remember and reflect on the incredible sacrifice that Jesus made for all of us. “Father, into your hands I commend my spirit.” (Psalm 31)
NOTICE: All
#DPCDSB
SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED TO STUDENTS ON FRIDAY FEB 21 due to a one-day, province-wide teachers’ strike.
Check our Labour Relations web page for regular updates related to teacher job action:
Remember to wear blue tomorrow (April 2) for World Autism Awareness Day - a day to show support for understanding and acceptance of people with autism.
#LightItUpBlue
#LIUB
Tomorrow is the International Day of Pink - a day to celebrate diversity and raise awareness to stop homophobia and all forms of bullying. Psalm 139:14 - I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.
#DayOfPink
Mark your calendar! On February 27, we encourage everyone to practice kindness and wear pink to symbolize that you do not tolerate bullying.
#PinkShirtDay
#PinkShirtDay2019
#DPCDSB
📢Peel Public Health has directed schools in Peel Region to switch to remote only learning effective tomorrow, Tuesday, April 6.
This includes all DPCDSB schools in Peel Region, including self-contained special education classes and programs.
More info:
Flags at all
@DPCDSBSchools
facilities are flying at half-staff today in remembrance of the victims of yesterday's tragic incident in Toronto. We pray for all those impacted by this senseless act and stand together against all acts of violence.
#TorontoStrong
On January 12, the DPCDSB Board of Trustees sent a letter to Education Minister Stephen Lecce outlining concerns with respect to aspects of the return to in-person learning on January 17.
Read the letter here:
“This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24) Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior is Risen.
May the glory of the Lord's miracle, strengthen your faith and renew your hope. Wishing you and your families a Blessed Easter!
Please read updated info regarding CUPE strike in Community Information Bulletin 5 at If there are any changes, we will communicate these on this Twitter account and board website and to parents and guardians via School Messenger.
Buses in Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon, including R.F. Hall buses, ARE CANCELLED today. Buses serving St. Andrew, St. Peter and St. Benedict in Orangeville ARE RUNNING. ALL schools ARE OPEN.
Today is Earth Day! “See the world through the eyes of God the Creator: the earth is an environment to be safeguarded, a garden to be cultivated.” – Pope Francis
REMINDER: If a settlement is NOT reached and the CUPE strike proceeds, ALL DPCDSB SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED TO STUDENTS beginning Monday, Oct. 7.
More info:
If there are any changes, we will communicate these on this Twitter account and board website.
Today, on
#RemembranceDay
we honour the courage and heroism of those who serve, and those who have served, our great and diverse country. Today and everyday, we will remember them.
#LestWeForget
#CanadaRemembers
On April 12, a nationwide Jersey Day is taking place to show support for the Humboldt Broncos and their families. Please wear a sports jersey or green/gold/yellow to show your support.
#HumboldtBroncos
#humboldtstong
NOTICE: Please be aware that a HOAX TWEET is being distributed online as a doctored screen capture indicating that DPCDSB has cancelled March Break. PLEASE DISREGARD. Always refer to
@DPCDSBSchools
for official Board announcements.
#DPCDSB
Great news. Read the Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association (OCSTA) statement regarding the tentative agreement with the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (OECTA).
April 22 is
#EarthDay
! As we adapt to new habits during this global pandemic, let's remember to keep the environment in mind, even while we stay home.
🌎 Set your thermostat a degree lower
🌍 Ride your bike instead of driving
🌏 Use reusable grocery bags
#EarthDayatHome
October 5 is World Teachers’ Day - a day to recognize and celebrate our teachers for their commitment and dedication to Catholic education in Dufferin-Peel.
This year, Oct. 5 is a Saturday, so let's show our DPCDSB teachers our appreciation on Oct. 4.
#WorldTeachersDay
#DPCDSB
In the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come, we will be recognizing the impact of the residential school system on Monday September 30.
#OrangeShirtDay
#EveryChildMatters
#DPCDSB
Tomorrow, schools across Dufferin-Peel will be participating in Jersey Day to show support for the Humboldt Broncos and their families. Please wear a sports jersey or green/gold/yellow to show your support.
#HumboldtBroncos
#humboldtstong
#DPCDSB
is saddened to learn of the extensive fire-related damage to St. Leonard Catholic Elementary School over the weekend.
We’re keeping the
@StLeonardSchBr
family in our thoughts and prayers! 💙🙏
During this time, we are reminded to care for & uplift the most vulnerable members of our community. On
#WorldDownSyndromeDay
and everyday, let’s remember that people with Down Syndrome must have meaningful participation in decisions on issues affecting their lives.
#WeDecide
FEBRUARY 27 STRIKE SUSPENDED
OECTA announced that they have suspended their rotating strikes next week as negotiations are scheduled to resume on Monday.
The OECTA strike scheduled for Thursday, February 27
@DPCDSBSchools
has been suspended.
Continue to monitor this feed.
Today is the ninth annual Bell Let's Talk Day. Bell is donating 5 cents to Canadian mental health initiatives for every tweet and retweet using the hashtag
#BellLetsTalkDay
. Find out how you can join the conversation right now:
June is recognized as Pride Month in Canada.
This month reminds us that we are all created in the image and likeness of God, deserving of dignity and respect.
Let’s ensure that DPCDSB schools are safe, inclusive and welcoming for all.
Flags at all Dufferin-Peel Catholic schools and facilities will be lowered to half-staff today and tomorrow in remembrance and in unity with the Humboldt community.
#HumboldtStrong
#Humboldtbroncos
Our thoughts and prayers are with the community of Humbodlt, the families and loved ones who have suffered such a tragic loss. We pray for healing and comfort at this very sad time.
#HumboldtBroncos
#HumboldtStrong
Congratulations to Chika Oriuwa, the first Black female valedictorian from U of T’s medical program!
Read Chika's story about her medical school experience:
We're proud to say Chika is
#DPCDSBAlumni
, a graduate of
@STA_Brampton
and
@SMBstingers
!
With the celebration of Palm Sunday yesterday, we enter Holy Week - a time of peace, reflection, penance and prayer. Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord. Peace in heaven and glory in the highest! – Luke 19:38.
Students who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ often face discrimination. We are all created in the image and likeness of God, deserving of dignity and respect. Discrimination undermines the dignity of individuals.
Let’s ensure that DPCDSB schools are safe, inclusive and welcoming for all.
IMPORTANT: All DPCDSB schools will be closed for in-person learning tomorrow, Friday, November 4. Students will participate in asynchronous remote learning.
For the latest updates on the labour disruption, visit our School Information and Updates page:
This Wednesday, February 26 is
#PinkShirtDay
! By wearing pink, we symbolize the importance of standing up and speaking out against bullying.
Let's choose kindness and
#LiftEachOtherUp
.
.
@ONgov
has launched the first phase of Learn at Home, an online portal with resources for elementary and secondary students to continue their education while schools are closed.
➡Read our latest bulletin for more info:
NOTICE: All
#DPCDSB
SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED TO STUDENTS ON TUES. FEB. 4 due to a one-day, province-wide OECTA strike.
Read our latest Community Information Bulletin and monitor our Labour Relations web page for more info related to teacher job action:
REMINDER:
@DPCDSBSchools
teachers are represented by the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (OECTA), NOT by OSSTF. DPCDSB schools will be open and classes will run as scheduled on Wednesday, December 4.
Today, we celebrate International Women's Day!
#DPCDSB
believes that an equal world is an enabled world. Together, let's continue to challenge stereotypes, fight bias, broaden perceptions, improve situations and celebrate women's achievements.
#IWD2020
#EachForEqual
CANCELLATION NOTICE: For Monday, April 16, all schools, offices and buses in the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board are CLOSED due to continued extreme weather and road conditions. Please RT
As a Catholic community, we are called to speak out against, and work to address injustice. Anti-Black racism is a historical, and current injustice.
Read the message on anti-Black racism from the
#DPCDSB
Chair and Director of Education here:
Tomorrow, February 24, is
#PinkShirtDay
!
By wearing a pink shirt, we symbolize the importance of standing up together and speaking out against bullying.
Learn more at
@pinkshirtday
#DPCDSB
June 1st marks the beginning of National
#IndigenousHistoryMonth
.
This month & year-round, we recognize the history, contributions and diversity of Indigenous peoples. This is an opportunity for us all to recognize how we can collectively work together towards reconciliation.
As schools are to remain closed until May 4,
#DPCDSB
will begin to deliver equitable teacher-led learning beginning on Monday, April 6.
➡Please read our Community Information Bulletin regarding Continuity of Learning for important info:
Aligned to the
@ONeducation
Learning at Home initiative,
#DPCDSB
has prepared supplementary online learning resources for students based on student age/division.
These learning resources are available on our Online Learning Resources web page:
Today, flags at all DPCDSB schools and facilities will be lowered to half-staff to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
It is a time to take action and speak up against acts of gender-based violence.
#OurActionsMatter
❗️DPCDSB has experienced a major fiber cut from Rogers affecting all Board internet service. Restoration time is still being determined. Watch here for updates.
Flags at DPCDSB schools and facilities have been lowered in response to the discovery of the remains of 215 children buried in unmarked graves at the Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia.
DPCDSB's statement:
All buses in all Zones are cancelled today. Schools remain open.
Secondary Exams scheduled for today move to the contingency day on January 31.
Check our Bulletin on Weather Related Bus Cancellations for more information:
This week is Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week.
DPCDSB schools have planned a wide range of events and activities to highlight greater awareness and to promote a culture of care, respect and inclusion for all through efforts to eliminate bullying.
#bullyingawarenessweek
Thanking our students, staff & parents/guardians for doing their part in keeping themselves & others safe.💙
We understand that there are a lot of questions/concerns you have right now. We'll continue to provide info & resources for students & families at
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board’s Trustees got together virtually to create a special message for the
#DPCDSB
Community:
“Your DPCDSB Trustees are thinking about you! Stay safe! God Bless!”
#DPCDSB_IgnitingHope
REMINDER: ALL
#DPCDSB
SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED TO STUDENTS TOMORROW, THURS. MARCH 5, due to a province-wide OECTA strike.
Monitor our Labour Relations page for more info related to teacher job action:
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day! DPCDSB staff and students are encouraged to ‘Rock Your Socks’ to raise awareness and create a single global voice advocating for the rights, inclusion and well-being of people with Down syndrome.
#LotsOfSocks
#WorldDownSyndromeDay
#WDSD19
Based on feedback from parents/guardians, effective immediately, DPCDSB will resume the practice of notifying school communities of presumed positive cases of COVID-19 in the school.
Read our Community Information Bulletin for more details: ➡
Christmas Blessings to our entire
#DPCDSB
community! We wish you all peace, joy and hope for this Advent season. We'll see you in 2020!
#MyCatholicEducation
June is Portuguese Heritage Month in Canada. This month is an opportunity to recognize the immense contributions Canadians of Portuguese origin have made to the social, economic, political, and cultural growth and development of Canada.
Today marks the first day of Catholic Education Week!
#CEW2020
begins on a Sunday to recognize the partnership between Catholic schools & local Catholic parishes.
To start this week off, we share with you a message of hope from Monsignor Joseph Shiels. 🙏
#DPCDSB_IgnitingHope
DPCDSB recognizes that it's necessary for all members of society to actively engage in addressing anti-Black racism.
See our Community Information Bulletin with resources and supports for students & families that are available online and in the community: