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Posted On Friday, March 22, 2024

Ignite Durham Learning Foundation: Named Charity of Choice by Durham District School Board Trustees
The Ignite Durham Learning Foundation (IDLF) proudly announces its selection as the esteemed Charity of Choice by the Durham District School Board (DDSB). The Board's Trustees, recognizing the profound impact and unwavering commitment of IDLF, have bestowed this honour in acknowledgment of the Foundation's dedicated service to all DDSB students. 
 
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Posted On Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Ekow Nimako signing autographs for studentsStudents at Sunset Heights Public School in Oshawa were excited to meet Ekow Nimako, an artist who creates incredible works using all black LEGO pieces.
In a gym full of eager Grade 3 to 8 students, Nimako shared his experiences as a Ghanaian-Canadian growing up in a predominantly white area of London, Ontario. This is where he first noticed that he didn’t see himself reflected in the neighbourhoods, media, and art around him.
His experience, paired with his love...

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Posted On Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The Durham District School Board (DDSB) announced today the launch of its transformative Ignite Learning Multi-Year Strategic Plan (2024-2028). The Plan aims to create an inclusive and equitable environment where every student, staff member, and family thrives.
The Plan is underpinned by three guiding principles:
We recognize and uphold distinct Indigenous Rights
We affirm and uphold Human Rights
We care about and strive to Know Each Other
The Plan’s...

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Posted On Monday, March 18, 2024

The Ignite Durham Learning Foundation, organizers of the Make Tomorrow Brighter Auction, are thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of this year's event, thanks to the incredible support from sponsors, donors, and auction participants within our community. 
With gratitude, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to all who contributed to the success of the third-annual Make Tomorrow Brighter online auction. Your generosity helped us to raise more than $40,000, a remarkable...

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Posted On Friday, March 08, 2024

Inclusive Skills 2024For the second year in a row, students of all abilities put their practical and culinary learning to the test for the Inclusive Skills Baking Competition. Hosted at Uxbridge Secondary School, students in the Practical Learning Program (PLP) at schools across DDSB brought their smiles and ‘A’ game for a fun day and some friendly competition.
Leading up to the competition, students with different abilities were paired up with Uxbridge SS culinary arts students. Together,...

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