A break after high school could be rejuvenating, inspiring and encourage exploration while having minimal impact on academics High school graduation marks a time of celebration and kick off a two-month period of rest and summer fun before diving headlong […]
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The next big step
We examine how two Ottawa schools help their students move from elementary to high school with confidence At Turnbull School, the process of getting students ready for high school starts in Grade 7. Just ask the school’s director, Gareth […]
Life skills, real world
Schools are teaching kids about entrepreneurship and finances. Here’s how kids can benefit, writes Sheryl Bennett-Wilson Entrepreneurship, finances and understanding economic systems are all part of the learning curve that students can apply to the real world. Numerous schools […]
Getting ahead
Students looking to get a leg up on their studies change the perception of summer school For many of us, the notion of having to go to summer school seemed like punishment when we were growing up. But these days, […]
Should I stay or should I go?
Choosing whether to stay at home or live away for university is arguably one of the biggest decisions your child will have to make regarding post-secondary education – it will undoubtedly shape his or her experience. Writers Derek Abma and […]