Posts Categorized: For Parents

Agenda Use and Deadline Tracking Strategies for Students and their Families

The image features an open planner with colorful sticky notes and handwritten tasks, placed on a wooden desk. A person is holding a pen and appears to be writing or reviewing their agenda. The text overlay reads: "Agenda Use and Deadline Tracking: Tips for Parents" The background includes office supplies such as a wooden stamp, a black leather wallet, and a potted plant. The image conveys themes of organization, time management, and productivity for parents.

Disclaimer: the content of this post is for informational and educational purposes only. To seek medical advice or a diagnosis contact a licensed professional. See linked references for source information. 1. A Common Challenge: Why Students Have Trouble Keeping an Agenda and Tracking Deadlines: Students face various challenges when it comes to staying organized and… Read more »

From Grades to Growth: How to Make the Most of Report Cards with Your Child’s Tutor

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As a parent, you play a pivotal role in your child’s education. When you involve a tutor in your child’s learning journey, sharing key academic information—like their report card—becomes essential. A report card isn’t just a summary of grades; it’s a map of your child’s strengths, challenges, and growth areas. Sharing this document with your… Read more »

ADHD Treatments

Written by: Gabrielle Lau

A number of evidence-based treatments exist for ADHD. Importantly, ADHD is not entirely “curable”. Instead, therapy, medication, education, and skill-building programs aim to reduce challenges and improve functioning, wellbeing, and quality of life. Treatment plans should be formulated by a licensed psychologist, psychiatrist, or other behavioural specialist. The general consensus among experts is that a combination of medication, therapy, education, and skill-building lead to the best outcomes for ADHD-diagnosed individuals. Recommendations vary slightly by age and are tailored according to the individual’s unique presentation. There are over 116 000 possible combinations of symptoms that could form an ADHD diagnosis, so everyone’s journey looks slightly different. 

Tips for Parents: How To Avoid “Summer Slide”

Summer learning loss impacts many children. Breaks from school can lead to students forgetting material they learned during the year or even losing skills. Lack of structure and routine can be a disadvantage. Below are some suggestions for avoiding losing knowledge and skills during the summer. Summer slide can be avoided when you make a… Read more »