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By SAnDI ScHWARTz Feeling oveRwHelMed by your children’s busy schedules? How do you keep track of it all? Many of us rely on our own planners, but have you ever considered pushing some of that responsibility onto your children?

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In second grade, my son’s school started distributing school planners to each student to track their homework and upcoming exams. Having a planner has been incredibly helpful to my son (and me) to make sure he doesn’t

miss any assignments, as well as act as a guideline for him to schedule time throughout his week to study for quizzes and tests. In fact, planners offer so much more than just a place to write down homework.

No matter which type of planner you choose for your kids, you will be on your way to improving your hectic afterschool time and minimizing the fights with your kids about forgetting to do their schoolwork.

Benefits of school planners Keep track of all commitments. Kids have hectic schedules between homework, tests, extracurricular activities, social outings, and family time. By having one place to write down all of the moving parts, your kids will stay on track and not get overwhelmed by their to-do list. In addition, Dr. Maggie Wray, success skills coach and mentor for teens and young adults, explains how writing down assignments in real time as the teacher announces them makes it so much easier for students to remember

their assignments. Plus, it takes the pressure off of having to memorize what the teacher said because it’s right there in black and white.

Manage time. Planners offer a visual reminder of tasks that can be crossed off when finished to help our kids stay on task and get things done in a more productive way than a long laundry list or trying to remember everything by heart.

The daily, weekly, and monthly calendar features can be especially helpful so students can see an overview of a chunk of time to help them better plan and balance their commitments.

Be more mindful. Planners help free up space in our kids’ brains so they can focus on other important things like creativity or critical thinking skills. Having a written plan frees up working memory, which makes it easier for them to focus on the task at hand. When students jot down their assignments and activities in a planner, their brains can stop struggling to keep track of everything they have left to work on. Instead, they can be more mindful, pay closer attention, learn more effectively, and complete their work more efficiently.

Serves as a journal. Today, planners are so much more than just a calendar.

Many include inspirational quotes and writing prompts so students can record their thoughts, feelings, and memories.

Encourage your older children and teens to use their planners as a journal and to keep them so they can look back at them years from now.

Helps your child achieve goals.

Planners can guide your children so they can easily set and achieve their goals throughout the year. From small goals like finishing their daily math homework

to larger goals like making honor role, their planner will help bring their dreams to fruition. Set aside time each month with your children to review their goals using the SMART goal approach and help them track their steps for each goal by using their planner. With each milestone they check off their list, they will feel a major sense of accomplishment.

The acronym SMART represents goals that are: • Specific: The more specific we are, the more focused we can be in reaching a goal. When your children say they want to do better in school, ask questions to guide them in identifying a more detailed goal. For example, which subject would they like to do better in? What grade are they hoping to achieve?

• Measurable: It is important that we help our children identify how they will know they reached their goal so it is clear what they are working towards. Is it an award, a grade, a project, or a skill they are looking to end up with in the end?

• Achievable: Goals should be challenging within reason – not impossible. It is best to encourage our children to take one step at a time and not to make things too difficult for themselves. They will be happier if they reach a few easier goals than struggling to attain a really difficult one.

• Relevant: Goals need to mean something to the children. They need to be excited and passionate about what they are working towards. If we set the goals for them, they will not gain anything from the experience and may possibly fail and be stressed over what we expect from them.

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continued from page 7 • Timely: If we don’t identify when we hope to achieve from a goal, we are unable to succeed. Ask your children to determine a realistic time frame for meeting the goal. Be sure to consider other obligations and interests when choosing the estimated finish line.

Tips for using a school planner effectively The teachers at my son’s school require parents to review and sign the school planner everyday so we are engaged in the process, which I think is a wonderful idea. Here are some other tips to make sure your kids are using their planner effectively: • Ask them to keep their planner with them at all times, such as in their backpack.

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get home after school. It may also be helpful to look at it again in the morning before school to see what is coming up on the agenda.

• If the school your child attends does not require a planner, work with their teacher to make sure they are on board with your efforts.

• Use a paperclip, bookmark, or other marker to keep the previous weeks’ pages of the planner together so it always opens to the current week. This will reduce confusion and frustration hunting for the right page.

• Always use positive reinforcement regarding our child’s organizational efforts. Be sure to point out progress when you see it.

• Teach your kids to check their calendar in the planner before agreeing to appointments or tasks.

Choosing the best school planner for your kids It can be overwhelming trying to decide which school planner to buy for your kids. Look for ones that have a daily homework list, daily action or to-do list, tabs or bookmarks, monthly calendar pages, a place to write down long-term goals, and a place to track grades. Also, ADDitudeMag contributor Susan Kruger, M.Ed., suggests purchasing a simple, thin, spiral-bound planner that uses a weekly layout with a separate space for each day.

No matter which type of planner you choose for your kids, you will be on your way to improving your hectic afterschool time and minimizing the fights with your kids about forgetting to do their schoolwork. Plus, you will be teaching them organizational skills that will prepare them for the rest of their life.

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By SANDRA GORDON When my daughter was in the 4th grade, a proud tear sprang to my eye when her teacher, known to be a stern taskmaster, declared: “Rebecca has something that can’t be taught – motivation.”

Rebecca, my shy, eldest child, was a rule follower who always tried her best.

Still, was she inherently self-motivated or just trying to please Mrs. Mekka by completing her assignments? I couldn’t be sure. But her teacher’s comment got me thinking about how character traits develop.

Are they born or made?

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pathy and self-confidence. Here’s how to instill these three valuable virtues in your kids – and even yourself. As our experts will attest, all it takes is a little homework.

Coaxing creativity Using your imagination to create something new is a rewarding life skill anyone can develop.

“Creativity is born from a child’s fantasy life, when he’s just playing or doing nothing and drawing on his own inner resources,” says artist and creativity expert Lynn Newman (lynnnewman.com).

Kids are used to be being told what to do. But allowing for some screen-free down time is key to the creative process.

“It’s important to let kids roam and explore, even if they’re just daydreaming

on their bed. That fantasy world is where inventiveness is born,” Newman says.

Doing nothing doesn’t always come easy. Many kids will soon complain that they’re bored. But instead of suggesting what to do, such as baking cookies or planting flowers, “let kids be uncomfortable in that void and figure out how to fill it themselves,” Newman says. To get your child started, you might ask: “What’s the easiest thing you could do right now?”

Or, “So what if you’re bored? Now what?”

Whatever your child comes up with, resist the urge to judge it. “Kids want to create for the thrill of inventing, not for the product,” Newman says. If your child decides to paint, for example, don’t say, “that’s a good thing to do” or declare that the resulting picture is pretty. continued on page 14

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continued from page 10 Judgment calls – good or bad – condition kids to seek validation, which squashes creativity. Instead, keep your comments neutral, such as “that’s interesting,” or say nothing and just be present. The essence of creativity is being comfortable with the uncomfortable and seeing what ideas spring from it. It’s a personal process that can translate to adulthood. “When we give ourselves permission to sit still and ponder what’s important and what has meaning for us, we can create more of what we want in our lives,” Newman says.

Encouraging empathy “Empathy – being able to stand in someone else’s shoes and understand how it feels to be there – can be taught to children,” says renowned psychiatrist Gail Saltz, MD, who is also creator of the Podcast, “The Power of Different.”

Seeing the world in multi dimensions is an important viewpoint. “Empathy gives you the objectivity to step out of a situation, look at it, then step back in and make better decisions for yourself,” Dr. Saltz says. “It’s about becoming an understanding bystander.”

If your child complains that a friend is suddenly not being nice, for example, empathy can help her consider what might be going on that’s causing the friend to act that way instead of automatically taking the behaviour personally and ending the friendship. Empathy also allows kids to see that we’re not so different from each other, even if we might look that way.

“There are more families than ever that are of multi-race, religion or same sex,” Dr. Saltz says. When children learn to be empathetic, they can note similarities within those differences, such as we’re a family, they’re a family. We love each other. They love each other. We go on vacation. They go on vacation, and so

on. “Empathy teaches acceptance and builds mutual understanding and trust,” Dr. Saltz says.

Fostering empathy starts with role modelling empathetic behaviour yourself and talking about it.

For example, if you ask a new mom in the neighbourhood out for coffee, why not mention it to your kids that because she’s a newcomer, she might be lonely and looking for a friend? Also, discuss the social situations your kids mention or in the news by asking open-ended questions, such as: “What do you think about that?”

Teaching empathy starts by engaging your kids in conversation about social and personal issues and drawing them out, Dr. Saltz says.

A fear-based attitude can hold anyone back from reaching their potential.

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Inspiring self-confidence Kids today are suffering from a confidence crisis, says Heather Hans, a licensed clinical social worker and author of The Heart of Self-Love: How to Radiate with Confidence. “They’re growing up with Facebook, Instagram and Snap Chat, where everything is about image,” says Hans, who has a 10-year-old son.

“They’re worried about what other people will think of them, exhausted from the increased academic demands and com-

petition and scared to make a move or a commitment.”

A fear-based attitude can hold anyone back from reaching their potential.

But there are lots of ways to promote a culture of confidence within your family.

It begins with you. “Our own self-work rubs off on our kids,” Hans says.

For starters, get into the habit of graciously accepting compliments instead of humbly dismissing them, such as saying “Thank you” if someone says: “I like your shirt,” rather than “What? This old thing?” When your child overhears you accepting a compliment, you send a message that you’re worthy of the praise. “We teach people how to treat us by how we treat ourselves,” Hans says.

It’s also helpful to acknowledge when you’re angry, hungry or tired, as in “I’m exhausted so I’m going to take a break instead of trying to plow through this project.”

“If we don’t take care of our basic human needs, it can take longer to get things done and feel like doomsday, which can wear on our self-esteem,” Hans says.

Finally, take healthy risks. “Do something that scares you that will help you grow and encourage your kids to do the same,” says Hans. If you’re terrified of public speaking, for example, volunteer to give a presentation at work and tell your kids about it. “There’s no better way for us to gain confidence than getting out of our comfort zone,” Hans says.

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ImagIne If our kIds walked into their schools to take a test and told the teachers that all their answers must be correct because they have “alternative facts”. What if a True or False exam could never be marked wrong because the truth was left up to interpretation?

Well, in case you missed it, the new United States Administration thinks that “alternative facts” exist and that whatever they claim must be viewed as truth.

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information through a realistic, scientific approach so that they do not fall prey to such lies in their lives.

What is scientific literacy?

According to the National Academies, scientific literacy is “the knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts and processes required for personal decision making, participation in civic and cultural affairs, and economic productivity.” A scientifically literate person has the capacity to: • Understand, experiment, and reason as well as interpret scientific facts and their meaning.

• Ask, find, or determine answers to questions derived from curiosity about everyday experiences.

• Describe, explain, and predict natural phenomena.

• Read articles with understanding of science in the popular press and engage in social conversation about the validity of the conclusions.

• Identify scientific issues underlying national and local decisions and express positions that are scientifically and technologically informed.

• Evaluate the quality of scientific information on the basis of its source and the methods used to generate it. continued on page18

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Music is everywhere – on the radio, in movies and television shows and as a backdrop when shopping or celebrating milestones. It is an integral part of cultures all over the world.

It can express emotions not easily conveyed otherwise and also provides a sense of community and belonging, helping to unite the divided.

Playing musical instruments or singing has a number of benefits. From the earliest days after their birth, children can be calmed by music. Music helps people work out their feelings and can be uplifting and comforting when people need a boost. While many are familiar with the mood-enhancing benefits of music, they may not know that it also has developmental benefits.

Studies have suggested that music and movement affect all areas of development. It can bolster listening skills, improve motor skills, assist with problem solving, and promote spatial-temporal reasoning. Many others say that music can calm and focus the mind, which is why it so often employed by therapists.

In the book, The Importance of Music, author Ellen Judson cites a 10-year study that tracked more than 25,000 middleand high-school students. The study showed that students in music classes receive higher scores on standardized tests than those with little to no musical involvement.

In addition, singing and engaging in musical appreciation sharpens one’s ability to communicate. Learning a piece of information attached to a tune will more readily embed that information in the brain. For example, many children learn the alphabet via song. Pairing lessons with song can help anyone retain information more easily. Song can be used to reinforce all different subjects, from language arts to mathematics.

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continued from page 16 • Pose and evaluate arguments based on evidence and to apply conclusions from such arguments appropriately.

Science is a tremendously critical part of our lives, and we rely on scientific data to protect us from contaminated food, polluted air and water, and transportation accidents – just to name a few.

Every time we go to the doctor, our lives depend on accurate medical information. When we go shopping, our health and safety are tied to numerous scientific studies that have identified which products are safe for us to use. If we no longer believe in science, then we are no longer safe.

How to raise scientifically literate children Neil deGrasse Tyson is an American astrophysicist, cosmologist, author, and science communicator, and also a father. During an interview a few years ago, he explained the importance of raising scientifically literate children. He said that it is so important for children to be surrounded by situations that force them to think about how the world works. Understanding science empowers them to not be taken advantage of and helps them to be able to confront critical issues that impact their lives and society as a whole. He emphasized that if children do not grow up to be scientifically literate, they will be disenfranchised from the democratic process.

We may not be able to control the news right now, but as parents we have the power to raise educated children who have the ability to evaluate the information presented to them. Here are some ways that you can instill a sense of inquisitiveness and scientific literacy in your children.

Read: From a very young age, read books about science topics to your children to encourage their curiosity and broaden their knowledge base. As they get older, encourage them to read about science topics that interest them, whether it be dinosaurs, outer space, climate,

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or computers. Check out the National Science Teacher’s Association book recommendations, subscribe to magazines like National Geographic Kids, and find websites geared toward science education for children.

Watch: Seek out children’s television programming and videos that focus on science. My children loved watching Sid the Science Kid on PBS when they were younger, which is all about the scientific discovery process.

Now that my son is older, he enjoys watching Discovery Channel shows including Mythbusters that tests scenes from books or movies using experiments. I love this show because it really teaches the value of not believing everything we see, but to test ideas using the scientific method.

Visit: Take your children to aweinspiring places where they can learn about science, such as museums, planetariums, botanical gardens, aquariums, nature centers, and zoos. Incorporate science into your vacations by hiking, skiing, fishing and visiting places like national parks, lakes, and beaches. During these activities, encourage your children to ask questions about what they observe and enjoy a back-andforth discussion.

Experiment: When it comes time to make birthday and holiday wish lists, be sure to add some science kits to your children’s list. My children have always enjoyed playing with kits where they can do science experiments. They have built their own model volcano, hooked up electric circuits to make things spin or buzz, and learned about measuring and chemical reactions using everyday products. Or set up your own experiments. It can be as simple as filling up the kitchen sink with water and testing different items to see what sinks and

what floats. Be sure to ask your children to predict what will happen before doing the test and ask why they thought it happened after their observations.

Attend: Sign your kids up for extracurricular science and technology classes or summer camp. A couple of summers ago, my son enjoyed a week at Camp Invention and now he attends a local computer science class after school. These have been great opportunities for him to learn in depth about science topics that especially interest him.

Create: By incorporating simple science-based activities into your child’s daily life, you can inspire their interest in and love for science. Spend time together in the kitchen baking and explaining how measuring works and why baked goods rise in the oven. Plant a family garden and appreciate spending time outside learning about nature and then enjoying the food that grows. When your children need to take medicine, explain how important it is to follow the directions on the bottle and how chemicals affect us.

As you can see, there are endless opportunities to bring science to the forefront of your children’s lives so that they begin to see the world through a scientifically literate lens. And when you learn together, you make it incredibly meaningful. Most of all, have fun!

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We all Want to help our children succeed, and often wonder if we are doing too much or too little. We may think we are guiding them but might actually be pressuring our kids too much and making them feel as if they are not good enough. Unfortunately, this can lead to stress and anxiety for our children, even at a very young age.

To avoid going down that path, it is important that we offer a positive, balanced approach so they know they are supported, yet have the freedom to be independent as well. If you want to help your kids to do well in school without stressing them out too much, here are some simple things you can do when they are at home:

Create a happy, stress-free after-school routine From the moment your kids hop in the car after school, you can start to ease them into the transition from school to home. Ask them about their day and then provide them with a crucial break time involving healthy snacks and winding down time before they jump into their homework assignments.

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Have a set time for homework Doing homework can be difficult at the best of times, especially when kids have finished school and they want to play or relax.

Having a set time for them to do homework will make it easier for them to get into the habit of it. For example, you could let them take a break first by engaging in some enriching activities like arts and crafts, exercise, mindfulness, or outdoor play before they get started on their homework. Also, be consistent. By ensuring they do their homework at the same time every day, it will become easier for them to sit down and get it done.

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Never compare Try hard not to compare your child to other children, especially their siblings. The fact is, they all develop at different rates. Your child might be a little faster, or a little slower. Comparing them either way will only set them up for failure in the future, so make sure you focus on them and them alone.

Ensure they get plenty of sleep Sleep plays a huge part in how well our kids do in school. Make sure they go to bed at a consistent time every night and have a comfortable environment to sleep in. That means shutting down electronic gadgets well before their bedtime, making sure the room is cool enough, and letting them sleep with their favourite stuffed animal or cozy blanket.

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EDUCATION

private school?

WHy CONSiDER

By PAM MOORE From the moment our kids are born, we’re tasked with deciding what’s best for them. All that decision-making can be exhausting. So we caught up with experts in the field of education to help you make an informed decision when it comes to one of the most important choices of all – your child’s education.

We asked why parents should consider private school. Here’s what they had to say.

Smaller classes One of the greatest strengths of any private school is smaller class sizes. At Nativity: Faith and Reason, smaller classes 22 EDUCATION GUIDE 2020

ensure each child is being met where they are at and encouraged to meet their potential.

“Every child is known and loved in a safe environment that is more conducive to learning by way of smaller class sizes, more challenging curriculum and more individualized attention and teaching,” principal Holly Peterson said.

Meanwhile, in the age of information, it’s becoming increasingly more important to give children the skills to think for themselves when consuming social and news media.

According to Peterson, who has over three decades of experience in education, “Small class sizes and individual-

ized instruction give students the ability to become critical thinkers.”

Social-emotional learning Social-emotional learning (SEL) gives children the skills to manage their own emotions so that they can ultimately make better decisions and be better citizens.

According to the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning, it’s based on five core competencies: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

And data show it’s effective. According to a 2011 meta-analysis published in Child Development, students who were ex-

posed to school-based SEL curricula demonstrated notable improvements in social and emotional skills and behaviours as well as improved academic performance.

Meanwhile, a 2017 Society for Research in Child Development study showed that children who participated in school-based SEL programs had higher graduation rates and safer sexual behaviour than their peers, even 18 years post-intervention.

Many private schools emphasize SEL curricula. At Temple Grandin School, for example, SEL is valued just as much as academics.

“Of equal importance [to academics] is integrated social-emotional learning, so their children can develop meaningful friendships,” said Lea Anne Paskvalich, the school’s director of admissions and public relations.

Similarly, at the Boulder Valley Waldorf School, there’s a focus on creating “a student-focused environment for the whole child,” said Ruth Godberfforde, the director of advancement.

She described an emphasis on “the academic, social-emotional and the physical,” or “head-heart-hands” that is foundational to every aspect of the Waldorf curriculum.

Extracurricular opportunities Oftentimes, parents gravitate toward private education because of the extracurricular activities it offers. Because private schools tend to specialize in specific areas (e.g. math and science or the arts), students get to enjoy more specialized after-school activities. That said, private school can also offer opportunities for a wide range of extracurriculars.

According to Susan Boyle, the director of admission and marketing at Boulder Country Day School, the chance to expose kids to a wide array of experiences, starting at a young age, is a key advantage of private school. She listed a diverse range of activities offered at Boulder Country Day, including world

language, visual and performing arts, and science/STEM.

Community One of the top reasons many parents choose private school is the strong community it offers. According to Tom Mecsey, the principal at Sacred Heart of Jesus School, “The community and level of parental involvement in private schools is very special. Families who choose this option often have a lot in common, as they have made an intentional decision to send their child to a particular school (often for similar reasons) rather than base it on a neighbourhood, etc.” Meanwhile, he says, that enhanced sense of community deepens children’s learning experiences.

“We have found that there tends to be greater parental interest and involvement in the day-to-day activities of their children. This, in turn, fosters greater communication,” Mecsey explained.

“The communication between school and home enables the school to be more responsive to students’ needs.”

brilliance ...from the very beginning Discover why every child shines brilliantly at Bannockburn Exceptional Montessori education for all ages: Primary: 3 - 6 yrs.

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NUTRITION

Lunches KIDS WILL

Love

BY SANDRA GORDON YOU PROBABLY KNOW that kids shouldn’t leave the house without having a healthy breakfast, but lunch is just as important. “Children do better at school if they eat a balanced midday meal,” says Karen Kartheiser, M.D., a pediatrician with Raleigh Pediatric Associates in North Carolina. Eating every four hours or so helps children perform at their peak, whether they’re taking a test in science or running a race at recess.

Although most kids can buy lunch at the school cafeteria, if the line is long or your child doesn’t like what’s being served, bringing lunch from home can be a healthy and fun alternative. Here are some hints to help you make nutritious lunches that your child will eat and ask for again and again. A little time, creativity, and nutrition know-how is all it takes.

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include a serving from each of the major food groups: grains like rice or wholewheat bread; fruits; vegetables; skim or low-fat milk, yogurt, or cheese; and a protein food such as beans, peanut butter or turkey. Packing a sandwich is a simple way to get many of the food groups into one quick meal.

Think variety Vary the foods your children eat every day so they stay interested. This is especially important for adventurous eaters.

If you make sandwiches, alternate the type of bread you use. Instead of white bread, try English muffins, whole-grain bread, whole-wheat tortillas in flavours like spinach or red pepper, pita pockets, or whole-grain bagels or crackers. Then change the fillings. One day, put on a nut-free spread on the sandwich, and the next day make it tuna, or sliced chicken or turkey. If your child eats lunch meat, get the lower fat, lower sodium versions

of deli and pre-packaged cold cuts. To make it easy on yourself, use dinner leftovers for your child’s lunch entrees too, such as pasta, soup, or chili. It might just hit the spot. Change up other aspects of your child’s lunch, too. While whole fruit such as apples and oranges are great, pineapple chunks, grapes, or a mix of dried fruit such as craisins, raisins, apricots, mangoes, and banana chips can be a welcome change.

Make milk a priority If possible, have your child buy milk at school or pack it from home for their lunch beverage; it’s an excellent source of bone-building calcium. With the exception of infants and young toddlers, most kids don’t get the daily recommended levels of calcium: 500 milligrams (mg) from age 1 to 3; 800 mg from 4 to 8; and 1,300 mg for ages 9 through 18. In fact, only 55 percent of kids ages 3 to 5 and 40 percent of 6- to 11-year olds meet

their calcium quota. Government surveys show that soft drinks and fruit juice may be the culprit, with more kids now downing them instead of calcium-rich milk, a pattern that ramps up dramatically starting at around age 8. It’s best to avoid juice and soda as your child’s lunch drink because both are high in sugar or caffeine. if your child only drinks juice, look for 100 per cent juice that’s calcium fortified. Water is also an acceptable choice, although it doesn’t offer any nutrients.

Don’t forget a treat For fun, toss in some healthy treats such as low-fat pudding, unsalted pretzels, baked chips, trail mix, no-sugar-added applesauce, unbuttered popcorn, graham crackers, gingersnaps, or wholegrain cereal. Pound for pound, kids need more energy than adults. If your child eats moderately and is active, those extras will not add unwanted weight.

For younger kids, you might pack some other extras such as a note from mom or dad or a special napkin for a holiday or your child’s birthday.

Be well equipped For safety’s sake, get the right equipment for packing your child’s lunch.

Use food storage designed for carrying foods and are safe for the microwave. Take note – reusing margarine or cottage cheese containers is not a good idea. “They’re designed for single use and may contain chemicals that may leach into the food,” says Felicia Busch, a registered dietitian. Make sure to wash your hands before preparing your child’s school lunch and remind your child to wash their hands before they eat. In case they forget, toss some moist towelettes into their lunch box.

To keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold, always include a cold pack for foods that need refrigeration and those that contain perishable ingredients such as mayonnaise. Freeze a cold food or beverage, and pack it frozen into your child’s lunchbox so it will still be chilled at lunchtime. For soups and other foods

that should heated, preheat an insulated, tightly sealed container such as unbreakable thermos that’s designated for hot foods by pouring in hot water.

While the thermos is heating, warm up the soup or other food in the microwave oven or on the stove. When the food has heated, pour the water out and the warm food in.

When packing perishables, choose an insulated lunchbox or bag rather than paper. Paper bags might not maintain the temperature of foods as well as the insulated kind. Remind your kids not to store their lunch in warm spots such as near the classroom window or near the radiator during the colder months.

If your child’s school has a refrigerator, that’s ideal. To keep germs in check, wash and thoroughly dry your child’s insulated lunch box daily.

Let’s eat How can you make sure that your child eats the lunch you pack and doesn’t toss it or trade it for a classmate’s lunch?

Here are a few tips: • Let your child help you choose the lunch foods while you’re shopping or when you’re making a shopping list.

For example, ask your child what type of fruit or yogurt he would like. Then prepare the food and pack lunch together. Children tend to be more interested in a project if they have a hand in it, and lunch is no exception.

• Since most kids love to eat with their hands, they’ll be more likely to devour fruits and vegetables (and other foods they might otherwise pass up) if you cut them into bite-size pieces or strips.

Pieces of fruit look even more appealing if you make them into kebabs by spearing them with a straw. Add lowfat cheese cubes for a calcium boost.

Pack a low-fat yogurt dip for fruits or a low-fat ranch dip for carrot and celery sticks, and radishes.

• When you see your child in the afternoon or evening, ask if they ate lunch that day and how it was. Your interest will send the message that you believe lunch is an important part of your child’s day.

A week’s worth of menu ideas Here are five lunch menus that have been kid-tested and dietitian-approved.

Change them according to your child’s likes and dislikes.

MONDAY – Nut-free spread and honey on wholegrain submarine rolls – Fresh orange slices – Three vanilla wafers – Skim milk TUESDAY – Tuna salad on whole-wheat bread – Strawberry, grape, and orange fruit kebabs – Low-fat fruit-flavoured yogurt ( for dipping) – Three small gingersnaps – Low-fat chocolate milk WEDNESDAY – Chili (leftover from Monday’s dinner) – Whole grain crackers with low-fat American cheese – Carrot and celery sticks with low-fat ranch dressing dip – One half cup low-fat vanilla pudding – Skim milk THURSDAY – Tortilla roll-ups (low-fat ham or turkey and cheese rolled up in a whole-wheat tortilla) – Carrot and red pepper strips with salsa – Two oatmeal cookies – Low-fat strawberry milk FRIDAY – Vegetable pizza (left over from Wednesday’s dinner) – Sliced apple, banana, and pear in orange juice – Three graham crackers – Skim milk

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school profiles

Ashwood GleN Now open for registration At Ashwood, we foster a dynamic and vibrant learning environment where students feel cared for, appropriately challenged, and inspired. We empower them to become agents of change in local and 3430 Fairview Street, global communities, while helping them develop skills and qualities to lead fulfilling lives. Our holistic Burlington, L7N 2R5 program places emphasis on academics and personal and social-emotional learning. The Montessori 905.320.1272 inquiry@ashwoodglen.com approach to learning in the Children’s House and the International Baccalaureate (IB) methodologies for the grade levels are intentionally used to frame our unique learning program that embeds creativity, action and service at its core to foster the attributes, qualities and skills that shape our students into future leaders, thinkers and global citizens, who remain active participants in a lifelong journey of learning. ashwoodglen.com

BANNOCKBURN INdepeNdeNt SChOOl 416.789.7855 • Founded: 1993 • Grades: Toddler to Gr. 6 • Enrolment: 200 • Class Size: Avg. 20 • Tuition: $15,900–$25,600 bannockburn.ca

A leading independent Montessori school for over 25 years, recognized for outstanding academic standards, steadfast commitment to Montessori education, and deep respect for the potential in every child. Bannockburn’s programs offer an enriched curriculum that exceeds provincial standards and nurtures a love of learning. Children 18 months to 12 years flourish in a child-centered community that cultivates independence, imagination and intellect. Each fully equipped classroom is directed by dedicated, qualified teachers complemented by specialist instruction in French, music, visual arts and physical education. Located in a beautiful facility amidst 5 acres of greenspace, we invite you to discover how Bannockburn can make a brilliant difference in your child’s life.... from the very beginning.

Bond AcAdemy 416.266.8878 info@web.bondacademy.ca

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Bond Academy delivers an enriched curriculum within a challenging and supportive environment. Small classes and dedicated staff promote the character and skills development of our students within a kind, caring and nurturing environment. Bond Academy offers early literacy, arts, French, and daily physical education programs including weekly swimming lessons as well as our strong academic curriculum.

Through our preschool Montessori Casa program and our enriched Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum at the Elementary and Secondary levels, Bond Academy cultivates an intellectual curiosity and prepares students to be successful. Invest in your child’s future with the best in private education with a reasonable and competitive tuition fee. Success starts at Bond.

school profiles

Clanmore Montessori School

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Clanmore Montessori School provides a top-quality, authentic Montessori program in an intellectually, socially and aesthetically rich and stimulating environment. Our highly qualified and caring staff support and nurture each child’s self-esteem, self-confidence and independence, while unlocking individual potential and encouraging academic, social and emotional growth. Housed in a restored historic farmhouse with a custom-designed addition, Clanmore seamlessly connects its indoor and outdoor environments, using the school’s location near Joshua’s Creek Conservation Area and Lake Ontario.

Bordering the City of MIssissauga, Clanmore offers a full spectrum Montessori Program from Toddler through to Middle School. Clanmore is CCMA accredited and a member of Oakville Independent Schools.

ELLESMERE MONTESSORI SCHOOL • Toddler 18 mos.-2 years • Casa classroom 2-6 years • Elementary 6-12 years 416.447.1059

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Ellesmere Montessori School, founded in 1973, is a private school under the Ontario Ministry of Education.

All of our teachers hold Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) diplomas. AMI is the organization that Dr. Maria Montessori established to ensure her pedagogy would continue within the scientific and developmental guidelines that she had established with her life’s work. Ellesmere Montessori School currently has AMI Recognition for the Toddler community and Casa. Work is ongoing to receive the same designation for our Elementary classroom. Ellesmere Montessori School is committed to excellence in its Montessori educational programme, and in the formation of all its students to become compassionate and committed citizens of the world.

HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL 905.737.1115 admissions@hts.on.ca

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At Holy Trinity School, leading-edge approaches to learning, stimulating classroom environments and a progressive multi-dimensional school life mean our students experience learning opportunities not found elsewhere. From a sound academic foundation, we nurture a community of belonging that supports self-expression and fulfilment. Music, drama, art and athletics help develop well-rounded citizens and future leaders. All of this is supported by an unwavering commitment to character building. What sets HTS apart is our commitment to knowing our students and their families. This fosters a sense of belonging that allows our students to thrive. We are committed to discovering and understanding our students’ strengths, interests and how they learn best, both inside and outside of the classroom.

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J. ADDISON SCHOOL 905.477.4999 info@jaddisonschool.com

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J. Addison is a K-12 private day and boarding school with a mission to nurture tomorrow’s thinkers to become responsible and compassionate global citizens. From ages 3 and up, the school offers Montessori programs, which tailor a balanced and non-competitive environment, emphasizing exploration and interaction. In the older grades, the school’s unique “Focus For Success” adaptive program (FFS) complements the Ontario curriculum with a fifth period in the school schedule, where students receive academic support and/or participate in extra-curricular activities of their choice. The school’s boarding program provides students in grades 7 to 12 with valuable experience in becoming independent and ambitious young adults.

KING’S CHRISTIAN COLLEGIATE Sharon Roebbelen Director of Admissions

King’s Christian Collegiate has gained a widespread reputation for offering superb instruction in a welcoming culture of respect and belonging. Teaching is delivered in a distinctly caring manner consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ. With an average class size of 21 students, courses are 905.257.5464 x 508 sroebbelen@kingschristian.ca taught by subject specialists who model and instill a love of learning. The campus includes a bright and beautiful facility with lots of natural lighting, two gymnasiums, and a fitness centre. Students can enjoy locally sourced, wholesome meals served in a full-service cafeteria.

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We warmly welcome your enquiry.

La CitadeLLe La Citadelle provides excellence in Bilingual Education through a comprehensive and academically advanced curriculum in Languages, Mathematics, Sciences, Technology, Humanities and Fine Arts. With 416.385.9685 our proven IB and AP programs, we consistently develop competent global citizens through mastery info@lacitadelleacademy.com learning and our exceptional holistic environment. Our education extends beyond the classroom with a variety of activities, field trips, leadership opportunities and international travel, all complemented by sports, musical performances, social activities and academic clubs. La Citadelle’s innovative openconcept facilities, exclusively designed with 21st century students in mind, provide them with an lacitadelleacademy.com interconnected, spacious setting conducive to socialization and the love of learning.

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METROPOLITAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY 416.285.0870 1 Duncan Mill Road North York

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Metro Prep Academy is a semestered, co-ed university prep school for students in Grades 7 to 12, offering structured and challenging academics in a supportive and nurturing environment. Faculty and administration doors are open, encouraging strong communication with students and their families. No uniforms, so young men and women can express their individuality. Metro Prep students are taught to trust their instincts, think critically and creatively, ask questions and seek the assistance they need to succeed. Extensive athletics and extracurricular opportunities foster their physical and social potential.

In 2018, Metro Prep introduced a new specialized arts initiative, SMITH, so students can explore their creative talents while engaging with STEM and business. Visit us at our NEW 1 Duncan Mill Road location.

NORTHMOUNT SCHOOL 416.449.8823 info@northmount.com

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Northmount School is Toronto’s only independent Catholic boys’ elementary school (JK-8). Our educational philosophy is founded on Catholic values and a sense of community. Within our inclusive ethos, we stand by a very simple principle: a happy and secure student is more likely to be successful. To achieve this, learning should be challenging, motivating, and lead to a sense of fulfillment. We strive to provide an environment that encourages growth and adventure, inspiring boys to achieve their greatest potential. Parents choose Northmount because of our reputation for getting the best from our students, a sentiment echoed by the Fraser Institute ranking Northmount #1. If you value academic excellence balanced with character education, then your son’s promising future begins here at Northmount School.

RobeRt Land academy 905.386.6203 6727 South Chippawa Rd. Wellandport Ontario L0R 2J0

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Increasingly, bright and energetic boys are falling between the cracks in our schools due to a conflict between temperament and authority. It is not so much an inability to concentrate and focus as it is an unwillingness to do so. “School is boring and what is taught is useless. If I need to know something I don’t need to remember it if I can just Google it.” Between the Internet and YouTube, information is everywhere but absent is the ability to distinguish quality within quantity.

Robert Land Academy addresses the needs of the whole boy by engaging him intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially. Providing challenges that stimulate growth and true personal success replaces comfort, conformity and complacency.

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St. Michael’S college School 416.653.3180 info@smcsmail.com

Founded in 1852, St. Michael’s College School is Canada’s only Catholic, independent school for boys in Grades 7 to 12, taught in the Basilian tradition of forming the mind, body, and soul. With an enriched Liberal Arts, university preparatory focus, the academic and co-curricular programme is designed and suited to the specific strengths, aptitudes, and needs of young men. Through a unique learning and growing experience, students develop the framework of their character and build the foundation for their life. Graduates are prepared to make a difference in society through lives of faith, character, and service.

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TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 2170 Itabashi Way, Burlington, ON L7M 5B3 905.634.3052 trinity@tcsonline.ca

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Our mission:Trinity exists to awaken curiosity, nurture faith, and inspire learners to reflect Jesus everywhere. Our vision: For God’s glory, Trinity will be a school where: Students consistently integrate knowledge, faith, and service; teachers and staff model life-long learning and a love for Jesus; parents, caregivers, and supporters willingly participate in school life; together, we serve the broader community.

Our commitment: Seeking to be a place of welcome and care, Trinity will create lasting value for families by focusing on Christ-centred leadership and faith-infused pedagogy. A visit with your child is the best way to understand why parents from over 40 Burlington-area churches choose Trinity. Fill out the inquiry form on our website and we’ll help you arrange a visit.

WilloWWood SChool Call 416.444.7644 • Grades: 1-12 • Age Range: 5-17 • Tuition: $19,150-$24,600.

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A co-ed independent school for diverse learners, WillowWood School has a long tradition of delivering targeted, personal education that considers each student’s needs, inclinations and strengths. This individualized approach ensures that students discover and embrace their strengths, address their weaknesses, and maintain their dignity. Classes are small, the atmosphere is warm, and the pedagogical approach is holistic. Our effective teaching strategies, enthusiastic staff members, innovative programs and friendly environment bring out the best in students, build self-confidence and inspire a love of learning. We are celebrating 40 successful years delivering student-centred programming. If your family is seeking a new style of school with a strong history of inspiring students, come by for a visit.

Education as it should be Private Elementary & Secondary School Montessori Casa (Ages 3–6)

Our Tuition Includes:

✓ Small Classes ✓ Safe & Caring Environment ✓ Free Before & After School Programs ✓ Character Education ✓ Weekly Swimming Lessons ✓ Early Start French Language Classes ✓ Art & Music ✓ Early Start Literacy & Numeracy ✓ Daily Physical & Health Education ✓ Sports Programs SSAF Member

We are proud to announce our BP1 Elite Basketball Program.

NCAA Coaches and Trainers Entrance scholarships available for Grade 9

• Highly Competitive sports Teams • AP Courses are now available at Bond • Online grade 12 credits available

Success Starts at Bond!

1500 Birchmount Road, Toronto, Ontario 416.266.8878 ext. 247 info@bondacademy.ca | www.bondacademy.ca