If you are a parent or caregiver of a young child with autism in Ontario, there’s great news: the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) has introduced six groundbreaking caregiver-mediated early years (CMEY) programs designed to provide crucial support for your […]
Focus on Education
Throwing a lifeline
With the help of Pleo, getting an individual education plan doesn’t seem so daunting Kristina’s daughter was diagnosed with ADHD at age eight, but it turned out to be an incomplete diagnosis. “She is also autistic,” says Kristina, who asked […]
Learning outside the classroom
The Canadian Wildlife Federation’s WILD Outside program connects teens with the natural world As students prepare to head back into classrooms, teens with an interest in environmental issues may want to consider making room in their schedules for an outdoor […]
School’s out—now what?
Should you find your kids a tutor, enroll them in summer camp, or just let them rest? Local educators weigh the options After the dismissal bell rings for the last time at the end of June, kids of all […]
Early exposure
It’s an unexpected benefit of daycare—learning a second language The earlier you can expose a child to a second language, the better, says a speech language pathologist with the preschool speech language program at First Words of Ottawa and Renfrew […]
Food for thought
Nutrition is an integral part of the Ontario health and physical education curriculum A few years ago, Anya’s parents separated, and the now-Grade 11 student found herself waking up earlier to travel to school from her father’s new home […]
Decoding the world of words
Phonics provides structured literacy to young readers Phonics — understanding that letters and groups of letters make the sounds in language — is still the best approach to teaching children how to read, says Diane Duff, director of The Reading […]
An effective alternative
For many students, virtual learning works School was always difficult for Cameron Ward. With autism and ADHD, Cameron struggled in a regular class, says his mother, Sarah-Jane Ward. “Then along came the pandemic and everything changed.” Ward says there […]
Learning to give
Ontario high school students have long been required to complete volunteer hours as a condition of graduation. Here’s why it’s beneficial Volunteering fulfills two criteria for students. Students discover their passions, develop their talents and get involved in […]
A solid foundation
Building a good working relationship is essential for both student and teacher. Writer Janhabi Nandy shares the cocktail for success It’s important for both parents and students to have a good relationship with respect to school, reflects Susan Mancini, director […]