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Back to School is just around the corner!

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It’s hard to believe that summer is half over. The time has flown by and now it’s time to start thinking about getting back into a routine and preparing for the school year. What will this school year bring for you? New activities—dance, sports, theatre—or will it bring a focus on education? Maybe a combination…

August 9, 2018
Carlie Parkinson

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How to help kids who won’t willingly go to school

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Monday comes around, and your child is refusing to go to school. Your kid used to love going to school, but this has now become a daily battle. So you engage your child because you know school is a must and there shouldn’t be any reason, other than illness, to skip school. The result is…

January 5, 2018
Susan Cumberland

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Reclaim Your House After Kids Go Back To School

10 min read

It’s the most wonderful time of the year -- time to send the kids back to school and reclaim your household!  After a summer of camps and goofing around inside, your house may need a little tough love to get back into shape for the fall. Research shows that the average North American home has…

September 20, 2017
Guest Author

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Aggressive driving in school zones is putting kids in danger!

5 min read

BCAA’s second annual School Zone Safety survey shows that driving in school zones has gone from bad to worse. In fact, this year’s survey shows a marked increase in concern across the board. Particularly alarming is that hostile/aggressive attitudes amongst parents such as honking or using profanities has jumped almost 30 per cent (51% to…

September 8, 2017
Guest Author

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Back to School 2017

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It's here and we're in the thick of it. Check out our most recent issue here for some great ideas on Fall Activities, when to investigate into dental issues and more.

September 7, 2017
Carlie Parkinson

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Montessori then and now: still ahead the curve in education

11 min read

Our ever-changing world impacts us in many ways; even in the way, our kids are taught at schools. In recent years, the BC government has been rolling out changes to the education curriculum, which has meant big differences to the way our children are taught in schools. There are several key changes that the BC…

February 18, 2017
Nic Enright-Morin

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HOMEWORK TIPS FOR PARENTS

3 min read

We know that homework can often be a challenge for students; particularly if they feel confused or have a history of a lack of success. At Fraser Academy, we ask that you support your child to do their own work, but not do it for them. Supporting Your Child with Homework What does this homework environment…

October 1, 2016
Fraser Academy

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