Durham Parents Resource
PPM 162, letter templates, trustee contacts, and practical handbooks for DDSB and DCDSB families.
Parents deserve a clear view into what schools teach and share
K12 Watchdog is an independent hub for families who want practical ways to understand classroom instruction, library materials, and school events — so you can decide what questions to ask, in writing, with confidence.
What the watchdog covers
Three places parents often want more visibility. Start with the door that fits this week.
Instruction
Classroom
Curriculum outlines, materials, guest lessons, and notices — what to request and how to keep a record.
Collections
Library
Book lists, selection criteria, and the formal challenge process — ask in writing, cite policy.
School life
Events
Assemblies, speakers, field trips, and opt-outs — advance notice and how to respond calmly.
How it works
A simple loop. No drama required — clarity and a paper trail go further.
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Ask
Request specific information in writing: dates, materials, policies, and who decides.
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Document
Save emails, notices, and replies with dates. Verbal assurances are not a record.
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Compare
Check what you received against published curriculum, board policy, and ministry guidance.
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Act
Use school council, trustees, or formal processes when something still is not clear.
Live tools
Board-specific resources already online. These sites live on their own subdomains.
Durham Accountability Tracker
Livedata and charts for parents who want a clearer picture of what is happening over time.
More boards coming
Durham is live today. We are building the same kind of clarity for other boards — classroom, library, and events guidance that parents can use without guessing.