The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in Ontario, with 1,050,926 residents, over 2,670 square kilometers. As of September 2009, the board operates 145 Catholic schools (120 elementary and 25 secondary) throughout Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon and Orangeville, with a student enrolment of approximately 86,951 (52,747 elementary and 34,204 secondary students). In addition, over 30,000 students enrol in the board’s Adult and Continuing Education Programs each year.
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At Dufferin-Peel, our goal is to provide quality Catholic education, which teaches students necessary life skills and prepares them for post-secondary education, the workplace, and for their role as responsible citizens. Our staff is among our greatest resources. The people we hire have a direct impact on the success of our students. With approximately 7,465 academic and 2,076 non-academic employees, Dufferin-Peel is one of the largest employers in the region.
BOARD PROFILE
145 Catholic Schools
120 elementary/25 secondary
86,951 Students
52,747 elementary/34,204 secondary
9,541 Staff
7,465 academic/2,076 non-academic