How do you know if your child needs a tutor? Sheryl Bennett-Wilson asks the experts Often, it’s a phone call from a concerned teacher. Or a report card that indicates your child is struggling in a subject. As Caroline Sohn, […]
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Mommy goes to school
Going on maternity leave can be extremely daunting, what with a new little creature suddenly under your care 24/7. So too can improving your education, thanks to the pressure that comes with the assignments, tests and other commitments. […]
Make a teammate, not an adversary
Staying engaged with your child’s education – and implementing suggestions – lets teachers know that you’re interested in your child’s progress The start of the school year brings with it a lot of excitement at the prospect of new […]
Memoirs of a new dad: A time of transition
Watching his young son happily enter kindergarten, writer Chris Hunt came to realize that as a dad, maybe he really doesn’t have to have all the answers.
Memoirs of a new dad: School daze
Chris Hunt ponders the emotional rollercoaster of sending his four-year-old son off to school this fall, and wonders who will better adjust to the transition – parent or child.
Help children overcome challenges this school year
It’s back-to-school time and for some families it may be an exciting time, but for others, it can be a stressful time, too.
Keep your child’s vaccinations up-to-date
Ontario’s public health doctor is reminding parents to keep their children’s vaccinations current.