Columnist James Gordon supports, encourages his sons as they pursue their passions on the ice As the weather heats up and people hit the sunny outdoors after an excruciatingly long and cold spring, I know where I’ll be: freezing my […]
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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, […]
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.