English-speaking parents will be surprised by the amount of French they already know, experts say As Nicole Thibault, national executive director for Canadian Parents for French points out, “Canada is a bilingual country and the benefits for children to know […]
Focus on Education
I’m with them
Membership in organizations and clubs often teach kids just as much as official school activities When we think about learning, we may think about classrooms. But just as much of the childhood learning experience happens outside those four […]
Connecting with causes
Today’s students are more connected with social issues than the previous generation. Here’s how local teachers are making that happen You can’t scroll through your Facebook or Twitter feed, read a magazine or newspaper, or watch the news without being […]
The truth about virtual learning
Amidst challenges, struggles and wins, teachers emerge as ‘true superheroes’ It would be unlikely to find a parent in Ottawa who could have envisioned the current world we live in – one where we are not only living through […]
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 […]
Crime and punishment (and school)
During a pandemic, school officials need to consider the stress that students face during these unprecedented times, experts say. Back in the 1950s, discipline in schools was strict and authoritarian. Corporal punishment was practised frequently. Schoolchildren were expected to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
‘A gift for their future’
Considering having your child learn a language – other than English and French? Here’s why you should go for it “There are so many reasons why language programming for children is important,” says Sarah Graham, marketing administrator for continuing […]