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You know it’s going to be bad and you don’t want to go – but you’re a responsible, good parent! How can you make it a better interview? Be clear about your responsibility and the teacher’s...

“Will they ever stop talking? I’m already 10 minutes behind and other parents are waiting!”  There are many common issues with parent teacher interviews, so here’s a few tips to help make them...

If there is an issue with your child or the school and you have not been able to get it resolved with the teacher and the principal, the next step is to go up the ladder and contact the...

The teacher calls you 2 – 3 times a week to report on your child’s behaviour. You agree that your child shouldn’t hide all of the girls’ mitts so the boys can win the race to get ready for recess...

As a parent, your job is to advocate for your child – to make sure your child gets the best possible education. As a teacher, their job is to make sure that all of the children in their class...

“What do you mean I have to change classes? It’s October!” Every year this is said by teachers and students alike. This year, much more so. Every June, schools have an estimate of how many students...

In class? There's masks, face shields, hand washing, hand sanitizing, and sending everyone home who coughs - even once. Online? There's figuring out how the platform works, figuring out online...

Are you thinking about taking your M. Ed.? Wondering if it’s worth it or not? To help you decide, here are some tips. If you went to teachers college and can’t find a teaching job, an M. Ed. may...