There are a number of telling symptoms to indicate your child may have a learning disability, and early detection can make a world of difference, writes Karen van Doorn. As a mom, I wished I had known the early signs […]
Focus on Education
How to find the perfect independent school
With more educational options than ever, here’s a list of criteria to consider when choosing a school for your child. Where your child will attend school is one of the most important decisions you can make as a parent. Early […]
‘It is truly synergistic when you see several of these bright kids together’
Proposed cuts to the public board’s gifted programs have some Ottawa parents worried about the impact on their children’s social and emotional development. It was always clear to Kristina Rudnitski that her son, Will, was bright. By the age of […]
Why wait to get help for your struggling student?
Reading is the essential skill required for learning. If your child is struggling with basic reading, don’t hesitate to seek help.
Everyday family literacy
As a family, you can make literacy a part of your daily routine by looking at words and symbols in your surroundings.
What parents need to know about the new Ontario Student Grant
Thousands of Ontarians will have one less hurdle to overcome in their pursuit of a post-secondary education, starting in the 2017-18 academic year.
‘We all feel like it’s a done deal’: Parents react to proposed Ottawa public school closures
For some families, March is about vacations, but not for the families of kids enrolled in schools under review by the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board.
Ophea challenges Ottawa-area schools to get healthy and go for gold
When it comes to our kids, what better way could there be to support their holistic health than by making it a school-wide focus?
Get organized for success this school year
Ottawa’s ‘Mom in the Know,’ Julie Findlay, has tips, tricks and hacks to get you and your children primed for a smooth (and awesome!) school year.
Get your child ready to ride the school bus this fall
A fast heartbeat, sweaty palms, and a few tears: the very first day of school is often an emotional one for children and parents. If your child is also riding the school bus for the first time, teaching them what to expect will build their confidence and make that first ride easy, and maybe tear-free.