Choosing the Right Preschool for Your Child 2025/26
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Choosing a preschool is one of the most important decisions parents make in their child’s early years.
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Fraser Academy: Leading the Way in Educating Dyslexic Learners
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One in five children has a learning difference or are dyslexic learners. Fraser Academy, a Grade 2–12 day school in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood, specializes in supporting students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences.
Advocating for your Neurodivergent Child At School 2025
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...supporting neurodivergent students, sending a neurodivergent child to school can still cause a lot of unease and stress
Print Magazine Release – Education 2025
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Education extends far beyond the classroom. It’s about understanding the style of learning for everyone, starting in preschool and extending into extracurriculars like the arts to formal learning. Every path has a purpose to help our kids grow both academically and personally. In this issue, you’ll find guidance on helping a child with dyslexia, choosing…
Rewriting The Future For Kids With Dyslexia
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For many children, school is a place to grow, learn, and discover who they are. But for students with dyslexia or other language-based learning differences, traditional classrooms can feel isolating, overwhelming, and even discouraging. Fraser Academy, located in Vancouver's Kitsilano neighbourhood, is rewriting that narrative, turning struggles into strengths and helping students achieve their full…
The Value of Traveling with Children: Lessons Beyond the Classroom
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Traveling will help form more compassionate, thoughtful, and educated human beings. Experiences that go far beyond the classroom.
The Future Isn’t a Straight Line: How TKS BC Teens
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For decades, the path to “success” was a straight line: work hard, get good grades, pick a safe career, and stay the course. But that map no longer works—not when AI is reshaping industries, the cost of living keeps climbing, and the most in-demand careers didn’t exist ten years ago. Today’s teens are growing up…
Help Your Child Connect with the World—Learn Mandarin with MLENA!
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Maple Leaf Education North America (MLENA) helps children build language skills, cultural awareness, and confidence through high-quality Mandarin classes designed for real growth and lasting impact. Whether your child is learning Chinese for the first time or preparing for official exams, they provide the support and structure families need, all in one place. As an authorized Chinese Proficiency…
Dealing With IEPs: How To Fight For Your Child During
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In 7th grade, I was doing extremely well academically in my classes, having made the honor roll five consecutive times. The school I went to at the time saw this academic progress and completely cut my Individualized Education Plan, or IEP, without my parents’ consent. When my parents found out about this, naturally, they asked…
National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: Promoting Prevention and Empowering Lives
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Cervical cancer remains a significant global health concern, yet it is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer when detected early.
The Power of Connection: Strengthening Bonds in Neurodivergent Parenting
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Relationships are at the core of our human experience. We connect, make friends, and often make life-changing decisions based on our bonds with others. But as parents, have we ever stopped to evaluate our relationship with our own children? Children don’t come with a parenting manual; they arrive in our lives, and we do our…
Why Attending an Open House at a Prospective School is
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Choosing a school is one of the most significant decisions you or your child will make. It’s not just about the academic programs or the school’s reputation; it’s about finding a place that feels right, offers the right environment, and aligns with your values and expectations.
National Bullying Prevention Month: Understanding the Impact and Promoting Change
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October marks National Bullying Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the harmful effects of bullying and uniting communities to prevent it. Bullying remains a significant issue affecting children, adolescents, and even adults across various settings. It can take many forms, including physical aggression, verbal harassment, social exclusion, and cyberbullying. The effects of…
School’s back and so are we! Education issue 2024
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The Summer is over and school bells are ringing again. A new school year can be exciting, but with a new school year comes additional stress for some. In this issue, we share tips on visualization techniques, getting your children invested in their education and ways to help them through academic anxiety. To help you…
Benefits of Joining Extracurricular Activities for Students
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There are seemingly endless options for after-school activities that your children can get involved in, from soccer to swimming to piano lessons. But what do your children really get out of these activities? Here are some reasons why your kids should participate in extracurricular activities, beyond the standard ‘it looks good on a resume.' Joining…
Where To Go For Extra Learning Support For Your Preschooler
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Where do you go for support if you suspect your 3-5-year-old child has learning challenges? How do you know when your child might need some extra learning support?
CODE NINJAS IS LEADING THE WAY IN OFFERING FUN AND
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Read more about our Managing Editor's visit to Code Ninja. "After spending a morning visiting one of these classes, it's no surprise to me that Code Ninjas is leading the way as the top franchise - globally - in offering coding programs for kids that are fun and educational. Across Metro Vancouver, there are 14…
PARENT’S PERSPECTIVE: WHY PERFORMING ARTS ENSURES YOUR CHILD HAS A
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Education, arts, sports, playdates...the list goes on. The never-ending juggle of parenting, it can sometimes be challenging to build a schedule that works for everyone. Why performing arts is a key part of that juggle.
LINDA SHIRLEY IS CREATING A LEGACY IN ARTS EDUCATION IN
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Much like any other curriculum or discipline, the arts offer so much opportunity for inner growth in our children and youth. Linda Shirley has created a legacy in Arts Education by providing every kind of imaginable opportunity a child or youth in these interconnected disciplines. Both the Renaissance Academy and The Arts Conservatory in Steveston…
Creative Play Outdoors Is Magic For Kids!
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A day in the life of a little Sapling is one filled with joy, connection, and so much imagination. HEADING OFF FOR SOME DRAMATIC OUTDOOR PLAY! We head off to the forest with our packs loaded up with snacks, water bottles, and extra gear. The supplies we bring with us depend on our group and…
Where to Draw the Line: How to Start a Family
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Out of nowhere, a great bogeyman has pounced on our students, schools, teachers, and parents simultaneously creating chaos, confusion, and wonder. What is this strange beast that has created such a conundrum of fear, curiosity, and euphoria? Artificial Intelligence or AI, as we all know it. Why out of nowhere? Because on November 30,…
Education Issue is here!
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In this issue, we have provided more information about what these report cards will look like. The BC government has made some changes and the new format has been updated to better encourage our children’s learning. We have also included information about various learning approaches—critical thinking, project-based learning, music, and of course play and its…
Academic Anxiety In Our Children Can Be Managed When We
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Understanding The Feelings Of Our Children Is Key To Guiding Them Towards Success When They Are Experiencing Academic Anxiety. Written by Marcus Lau, Cowritten by Rhiannon Lewis As parents and educators, we hold key roles in the beautiful journey of our children’s growth, from their early years to adolescence. This time in their lives is…
