Planning ahead for another year in virtual school? Here are five tips for effective remote learning Will your child be attending virtual school this September? Stay ahead of the learning curve with these simple remote learning tips. Keep […]
Education
When should you start your child’s RESP savings?
You may have just welcomed a baby to the family, but the time to begin saving is now, experts say If you’ve just welcomed a new baby to the family, congratulations! Enjoy every moment — the coos and […]
It’s OK to be excited—and nervous—for summer camp!
By Dovercourt Recreation Centre With just two months to go, we are feeling all the possible feelings about summer camp—excitement, anticipation, and apprehension—to name a few. With lots of questions lingering and very few answers, we know that many families […]
Raising a reader
The experts agree – instilling a love of reading in your child early puts them on to the path to success He was talking by 15 months, and recognizing words a few months later. Now, at age seven, Jennifer […]
Take note
Music education teaches stress management, teamwork, enhanced coordination, self-discipline and more, Angela Counter reports Playing a musical instrument is rewarding, but there’s more to music education than learning to keep a beat. Even if your child isn’t the […]
Special kids, special needs
What should you do if you find out your child has a learning disability? Mike Carroccetto speaks to two experts on how to navigate the system It can be overwhelming for parents to find out their child has […]
Finding a new niche
Like many private schools, MindWare Academy has found itself needing to shift and go with the flow. There are policies and procedures to deal with many situations, from earthquakes to blizzards, and flu outbreaks to most childhood illnesses. However, like […]
See you in September
Will your kids be ready to go back to school post-pandemic? After many months of home schooling in self-isolation – and a spring and summer like none other in recent history – the next school year is rapidly approaching. With […]
Education begins at home
Before COVID-19 hit (and everyone started to teach their kids at home) there were these parents. Kita Szpak speaks with four Ottawa families who homeschool their children by choice Families all have their reasons for homeschooling. Although there is […]
Homeschooling driving you crazy?
Turn everyday lessons into lesson plans. Dr. Michael Ungar tells you how While becoming your child’s teacher can be very stressful, this may be a wonderful opportunity to turn chores into lesson plans. We should insist children help around […]