Health and Well-Being
At Durham District School Board (DDSB) we are committed to keeping our students healthy in both body and mind. We can provide you with mental health and wellness initiatives and crisis support as well as information to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Positive School Climates
Learn about DDSB's Positive School Climates initiatives that aim to create positive school environments.
Learn about M.C.V.I.'s Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan which aims to promote healthy relationships within our learning and working environment.
What to do if your child is sick (COVID-19 protocols)
Please consult the Durham Region Health Department Fact Sheet for information about what you need to do if your child becomes ill at some point during this school year (2020-2021).
Mental Health
Durham District School Board (DDSB) considers well-being and positive mental health fundamental to student achievement. Students and/or their caregivers are encouraged to reach out to someone at school if they are feeling overwhelmed or discouraged. Support and Crisis Lines are also available.
Visit the DDSB website for additional resources for mental health and wellness.
R. S. McLaughlin offers students the opportunity to "Step Aside" by providing some calming activities during anxious moments. The activities can be accessed here.
Crisis Help and Support Lines
The Durham District School Board (DDSB) wants to ensure that you have the resources you need to handle a crisis. Our students can experience a crisis in many ways, including:
- Bullying
- Emotional or physical abuse
- Neglect
- Sexual assault
- Substance abuse and addiction
- Depression
Visit the DDSB website for a listing of available crisis support resources.
