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Monday, March 4, 2024, marks the fifth annual Black Mental Health Day, recognized by communities across Ontario. On Black Mental Health Day, we are called to recognize the ongoing impact on mental health that results from experiences of anti-Black racism and to raise awareness of the specific mental health needs of Black communities.
Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) invites students, families, and community members to join us as we examine these impacts and needs...
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This year Ash Wednesday, a holy day of prayer and fasting that is recognized by many Christian denominations, falls on February 14, 2024. On this day, members of the Catholic community gather for liturgical celebrations in which they receive ashes, marked on their forehead in the sign of the cross, as a call to repentance and as a reminder of our need for love and forgiveness.
Ash Wednesday is the beginning of the season of Lent. Over the next 40 days, we are called to pray,...
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St. Mary Unity celebrates Black History Month with a fashion show to represent and appreciate Black culture and fashion over the years. 
Looking to participate? Unity needs models and designers to represent traditional African and Caribbean cultural wear, as well as Western popular looks over the last 5 decades (eg Motown, Disco, Roller-skate, Hip Hop). Backstage and Tech Crew volunteers are also required. 
Check out the posters around the school, Edsby banner,...
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Hey Monarchs, St. Mary International Outreach is excited to announce that Multicultural Night is here!
Students and their families are invited to join us on Tuesday February 13th from 5 - 8pm for an entertaining evening full of food, fun and culture!
Entrance is $8. ALL purchases take place on School Cash Online ONLY.
Doors open at 5:00pm.
Cultural Performances from 5 - 6pm in the caf. 
After the show, everyone is invited to visit 10 classrooms on the...
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The Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) trustees have voted in favour of moving the Professional Activity (PA) Day previously scheduled for Friday, April 19, 2024, to Monday, April 8, 2024. The new PA Day of Monday, April 8, 2024, is in effect for elementary and secondary schools across the board.
This change is due to a total solar eclipse taking place on Monday, April 8. In Durham Region, the eclipse is expected to begin at 2:05 p.m. and end at 4:32 p.m., which...
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