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Posted On Monday, January 20, 2025

We are writing to provide an update on the cyber incident involving PowerSchool’s Student Information System – the application used by Durham District School Board (DDSB) and many school boards across North America to store certain student and staff information.
This incident has affected current and former students and staff. 
What Happened
On January 7th, PowerSchool informed DDSB and other school boards, both nationally and internationally, ...

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Posted On Thursday, January 16, 2025

Durham District School Board Launches “30 Credits My Way” to Empower Student Pathways 
The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is excited to introduce 30 Credits My Way , an innovative approach designed to put students and families in the driver’s seat of their high school journey. This initiative aims to empower students to navigate their educational pathways with confidence by offering flexible and personalized options to suit diverse learning...

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Posted On Monday, January 13, 2025

Formal Exams are from Wednesday, January 22nd to Monday, January 27th with January 28th being the inclement weather day.
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Posted On Wednesday, January 08, 2025

DDSB Families/Caregivers,
We wanted to share an important update about a cyber incident experienced by the Durham District School Board involving PowerSchool – the application used by DDSB and many school boards across North America to store a range of student information and a limited amount of school-based staff information. 
On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, PowerSchool notified the DDSB and other school boards in Ontario and across North America, that...

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Posted On Tuesday, January 07, 2025

The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is committed to ensuring a smooth transition for Grade 8 students moving into high school and setting the foundation for their academic and personal success. To support this transition, DDSB is hosting a series of virtual and in-person events to provide valuable insights for students and their families. 
Virtual Transition Information Nights
Two virtual presentations will be held to guide families through the transition...

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