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Official Twitter channel of Parent Engagement at the Durham District School Board, Ontario, Canada.
Durham, Ontario, Canada
Joined March 2012
Today is National Indigenous Languages Day, an opportunity for Indigenous & non-Indigenous peoples in Canada to recognize and celebrate the rich & diverse heritage of Indigenous languages.
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Today is Eid al-Fitr, signifying the end of the holy month of Ramadan - a month of fasting, worship & spiritual reflection. Eid Mubarak!
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Today we celebrate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. It follows the killing of 69 people at a peaceful demonstration in South Africa, protesting apartheid "pass laws." We aim to work to eliminate all forms of racial discrimination.
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It's Family Day! We hope you can spend some time today with those who you consider to be "family."
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Did you know #Ontario #principals spend, on average, close to 60 (57.3) hours working per week? Learn more from our research findings in this new interactive infographic. @OPCouncil @CPCOofficial @westernuCSMH @EdCanNet
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It's time for a holiday break! Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing time with family, friends and your favourite activities.
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During Bullying Awareness & Prevention Week, schools will increase their focus on safe & positive learning environments, essential for student success. This year's theme is Choose Respect.
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On Remembrance Day we honour those who served and those who gave their lives while serving our country. Lest we forget.
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Happy #Halloween! Enjoy your evening with the little ghosts and goblins. Please be safe when out after dark!
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Today is the festival of Diwali, often referred to as the “Festival of Lights.” It is associated with themes of happiness, wealth, prosperity and warmth. For those celebrating, have a happy and safe Diwali.
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#mentalhealth is #health. Today on #WorldMentalHealthDay, let's raise awareness, expand our learning, support those who need help, de-stigmatize the topic and work to prioritize mental wellness for all.
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On World Teachers' Day, we say a special thank you to those who teach, coach, mentor, supervise, counsel and act as role models to our students! You make a significant difference every day. @ETFOeducators @osstf
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On Custodian Appreciation Day, we acknowledge and thank the incredible individuals who help to keep our schools safe, clean and healthy, and are important members of our school communities.
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Today is the International Day of Sign Languages, to support & protect the linguistic identity & cultural diversity of all deaf people & other sign language users.
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Today we celebrate Literacy Day, recognizing the importance of literacy for dignity & human rights, and working toward a more literate & sustainable society. As educators, literacy is at the core of everything we do. #LiteracyDay
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In June we celebrate graduations. Whether it be from JK or from Gr. 12, congratulations to all the students who have persevered, committed, fought, succeeded & worked their way through this chapter of their education. #onted
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Thank you to all the school crossing guards who keep kids safe, monitor traffic and act as an extra set of trusted eyes for our students!
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Today is the UNESCO celebration of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, highlighting the richness of the world’s cultures and the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development.
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Today, while celebrating the Freedom to Love, we also draw attention to the unacceptable violence and discrimination faced by 2SLGBTQI people.
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