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Homework shouldn’t be a student’s whole life

• Veni, vedi, vici

Students conquer the Latin language

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Homework

How much is too much?

Kids need more than school work to become well rounded people

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omework shouldn’t be the focus of a kid’s life. Children need time for family, friends and the extracurricular activities that help develop them into a well-rounded child.

While theories abound about how much homework is best, schools are working hard to help students achieve a work/life balance.

“About 10-12 years ago the Ministry (of Education) had a new policy for teachers to cover a lot of materials in schools across Ontario,” said Fieldstone Day School’s head of grades 7-12 Josephine Parody. “So there was lots of homework. Then the pendulum swung another way.”

In fact, it was complaints by parents about the amount of after school work students were given that led the Toronto District School Board to rethink its homework policy.

“The main concern was there were too many hours in the evening assigned to homework, which took away from family time and learning opportunities to participate in extra curricular activities,” said former trustee Josh Matlow, who helped push the policy forward.

In 2008, after extensive consultation a new board homework policy was implemented, which set limits on the amount of homework students could be assigned each night.

In kindergarten, there’s no homework but rather playing and talking with parents.

For grades 1–2, it’s reading, games and discussions. In grades 3–6, there’s a maximum

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BOOK LEARNING: Educators and parents often struggle to find a balance between giving kids enough homework so their classroom lessons stick, and overloading them and taking away opportunities for family time.

of one hour of homework a day where a child works independently without parents’ assistance. During high school, there’s a maximum of two hours of homework each day.

In some cases, homework is assigned over longer periods, so a math assignment could be given on Tuesday and due the following Tuesday, giving students the opportunity to schedule their work.

“We are trying to find a way to accommodate busy family schedules,” said Karen Grose, a superintendent with the board.

The concept of homework is introduced early at Vaughan’s RoyalCrest Academy.

“At an early age, at four or five years old, you are introducing a system that is positive,” explains school’s director Michelle Johnson. “They understand if they complete all their work, they can go play.”

For younger grades, homework is often completed during class time or a teacher can recommend the child finish assignments in a homework club.

For grade 4–8 students, a one hour homework club is mandatory, and if they have completed their class work they can use the time to do other tasks such as challenging math questions.

“Kids spend nine to 10 hours here (at school), there’s no reason they can’t finish work here,” said Johnson. “It would be like you put in nine–10 hour work day and your boss says, now take two to three hours work home.”

Kingsway College School has a formal program called Overtime, a study hall that allows students to have access to teachers

and a quiet place to study before and after school hours.

“Sometimes students need extra help or are struggling getting homework done or it’s not done well,” said Andrea Fanjoy, the school’s assistant head.

Completing homework at school allows teachers to monitor students’ progress and offer assistance.

“Instead of sending incomplete class work home and then waiting for it to come back and finding it is wrong, the work is done right the first time,” said Fanjoy.

Types of homework

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uring its review of its homework policy, the Toronto District School Board identified three types of homework that students could be expected to do:

• Completion homework which involves finishing lessons started in class

• Preparation homework such as reading a book to help with upcoming lessons

• Practise homework reinforcing what’s taught in class

• Creative extension such as assignments

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ow can a middle-class family afford to send its children to private school when fees are so expensive?

For many parents looking into private or independent schools, cost is the number one concern. The prospect of covering yearly tuition ranging from $4,000–65,000 seems impossible.

Two major factors determine tuition: where the school is located and what type of school it is. Some provinces, like British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan, provide government funding for private schools, lowering tuition to under $1,000 in some cases.

Tuition can also depend on whether a school is located abroad, in a downtown urban centre or in a rural area. Religious schools are generally the most affordable, while boarding schools require higher tuition to cover living expenses. Other school-related costs must be taken into account, such as books and extra class supplies, musical instruments, sports equipment, transportation, personal laptops, uniforms and class trips.

However, a private school may help offset other costs already included in a family budget.

Tuition may also include healthy meals, extracurricular activities, guidance counseling and tutoring. Private schools can also be used as a more enriching alternative to daycare. Moreover, some families consider tuition to be returned through more lucrative job opportunities for their children in the future.

If a child is a good fit for

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the school, most administrations will work with families to find the best financial aid options. Many schools are open to developing payment plans to help ease the stress of covering thousands of dollars all at once. Other schools offer sibling discounts from 5–10 percent depending on the number of kids.

Bursaries and scholarships can also help. If a family demonstrates enough financial need, it may qualify for a nonrepayable grant that will cover all of or a portion of the tuition fees. Applications for bursaries are quite thorough, requiring details about family income, real estate assets, vehicles, investments and liabilities, and often require a fee of up to $65.

Scholarships reward students who are entering a new school, or have achieved outstanding success in academics, sports, arts or community service. Like bursaries, they sometimes cover all school costs but most often require families to pay for part of the tuition. The

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• BY Joshua Freeman

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MORE THAN JUST A LANGUAGE: Students taking Latin enjoy the challenge of learning the grammar and vocabulary, history and culture of ancient Rome.

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hey’ve called it a has-been. They’ve said it was all washed up. Even dead. But now it seems the crowd was wrong to throw Latin to the lions. At a number of schools around the GTA, the former lingua franca is experiencing something of a renaissance. “It’s definitely growing,� says Jennifer Haines, a Latin teacher at The Linden School, where Latin is a mandatory part of the curriculum for grade 8 students. “Usually about 40 percent of our students (going into grade 9) continue to take Latin. That’s pretty solid for a small school with an option to take Latin.�

Haines suspects the subject’s contemporary appeal among students may owe something to a certain best-selling boy wizard. “I think because all the spells in Harry Potter are in Latin, it’s actually something that’s bringing kids to Latin because now they can figure out what the actual spells mean and they find it exciting,� she says.

The book’s publishers have even released Latin editions in recent years. But to be fair, Latin never truly went away. “Latin has come and gone many times,� says Eugene DiSante, a Latin teacher at University of Toronto Schools,

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dead yet where the subject has been taught continuously since the school’s founding. “It’s like a phoenix that keeps rising from the ashes.”

DiSante points out the language survived the fall of Rome and then flourished again during the Renaissance. At his school, approximately 50 percent of students last year opted to continue Latin past the mandatory course.

But it’s not just private and independent schools where students are sticking with the subject.

“There are about a dozen schools in the (Toronto District School Board) that still have some Latin,” says North Toronto CI Latin teacher, Margaret Rogow, whose husband also teaches the subject at the Toronto French School. She says while interest in the subject has fluctuated over the years, Earl Haig and Northern Secondary have recently reintroduced Latin.

“It depends a lot on the attitude of the school administration and staff as to whether they feel they can offer it for the students,” Rogow says.

But at schools receptive to the subject, the appeal to students may also have to do with the manner in which it’s taught.

Just ask Alexandra Habersellner, a Linden student who has taken the subject since grade 8.

“It’s not just learning the language, it’s learning about the culture itself, which is what I find fascinating,” Habersellner says. “That’s really why I continued with it.”

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QUIZ TIME: Linden School students show off their Latin knowledge at the National Junior Classical League Certamen (competition).

She cites the traditional reasons for studying Latin, such as improved understanding of English vocabulary and grammar, as well as a better appreciation of poetry and the overall intellectual challenge of deciphering the linguistic puzzles of the language.

But in addition to the educational benefits, Habersellner credits activities such as Roman feasts, a class blog about Roman culture and interschool competitions for making Latin fun and engaging.

Haines says such activities help kids develop a historic empathy that allows them to see ancient Romans as real people while having fun and learning.

“They love it,” says Haines. “I really try to focus on giving them a challenging academic and creative environment.”

By most accounts the grand finale of the year for the province’s Latin students is the Ontario Students Classics Conference in May, a three day event attended by 500 students.

That’s where Haines says she notices an increasing interest in the subject.

“My first year going we only had 15 people on the (Linden) team,” says Haines, whose school is organizing the conference this year. “Then last year we had 28, so there’s really been some big growth.”

Activities at the conference include athletic competitions, archaeological digs, chariot races (students build their own chariots) and academic contests.

“The whole conference is totally amazing,” Rogow confirms. “It’s unimaginable, frankly. The amount of work the kids have put in … you’re just totally awed.”

Even if some of the fun is quantifiable in project hours or chariot race times, the intellectual enrichments are invaluable.

“It’s a lot of work, but also a lot of fun,” says Habersellner. “It changed the way I thought about what history is.”

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Diversity important Cont. from Page 5

get precise information and start researching these options early. But they are often worth the effort, especially since scholarships and bursaries for private elementary and secondary schools are exempt from income tax.

Of course, resources can also be found outside the school. Children First: School Choice Trust is a private foundation that provides scholarships for low-income families wanting to send their children to a private elementary school. Ontario recipients are chosen through a random lottery system. Families are awarded funding for half of their child’s yearly tuition, to a maximum of $4,000, lasting from junior kindergarten until grade 8. The group has helped over 700 children attend the school of their choice.

Although the Ontario government doesn’t provide any direct funding to the province’s independent and private schools, some relief can be found in federal and provincial tax credits. A portion of private school fees that relate to child care services for students under age 16 may be deductible as a child care expense, but it only applies to the portion of the day that doesn’t include academic instruction. If a school is a registered charity or provides both academic and religious teaching, parents

may be able to claim a charitable donation tax credit. Depending on the programs a child is enrolled in, the family may qualify for the children’s fitness tax credit or the child disability benefit, or even the transit pass credit if a child must commute to school.

Even with these financial aid options, families must also be prepared to make their own budgetary adjustments to afford a private education for their children. Some parents have made substantial sacrifices in order to cover the costs such as renting out spare bedrooms or taking on second jobs. However, most don’t need to take such drastic measures, though a family vacation or home renovations may be delayed for a few years. Oftentimes other relatives are happy to contribute through birthday or holiday gifts.

But perhaps the biggest piece of advice, repeated by countless financial and educational consultants, is for families to plan well in advance and start saving early. This will not only ensure that paying for education is not as stressful when the time comes, but it will also help parents decide what kind of education they want for their child.

There are several savings options for school tuition. Mutual funds are the most flexible, while recipients of an informal trust fund must

wait until they are 18 to access it. These plans are simple to open and do not need the assistance of a lawyer, unlike formal trust funds that deal with amounts over $50,000 and come with more specific requirements.

Schools seek children that share their values and philosophies and will contribute to the community, not just those with deep pockets.

More than ever, diversity is highly sought after by school admissions, and financial aid options are growing to meet this need.

If families are interested in a private education, now is the time to begin researching and soon the daunting tuition numbers could fall.

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Headmaster Q&A

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Margaret DeCourcy

e asked the heads of Toronto’s private and independent schools questions to help their students get to know them better

Holy Name of Mary College School • BY Tyler Edwards

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argaret DeCourcy was born in Toronto, and is the inaugural principal and school president at Holy Name of Mary College School. She has over 30 years experience in Catholic education, including eight years with St. Michael’s College. She spearheaded the plan to open Holy Name of Mary College School when she approached the St. Michael’s president Father Joseph Redican to suggest a female alternative to St. Michael’s.

• What is the happiest part of your

day?

“Well my office is right across from the gym so I’m often drawn out by the sounds of laughter, or cheering,” said DeCourcy when describing why she loves interacting with students.

DeCourcy also underlined that hav-

ing phones in each classroom makes it easy for her to be invited around the building for daily classroom presentations and activities.

“It absolutely energizes me and fills me with hope seeing the passion and enthusiasm of these girls,” DeCourcy said. “They keep me going, they remind me that this is my calling.”

Impromptu encounters in the halls are also important to her.

“The other day I saw a grade 6 in the hall carrying a book, … it was To Kill a Mockingbird,” said DeCourcy, explaining it was one of her favourites.

“I asked if I could be invited to her (upcoming) presentation, and sure enough the next day the teacher emailed me and invited me to come see all the students’ reports.”

Paul Edwards Mississauga Private School • BY Kelly Gadzala

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aul Edwards started his career teaching at private boarding schools in Ontario and Manitoba because he loved the outdoors and didn’t need a teacher’s certificate. However, he found he liked teaching so much that he went back to school receive academic training.

In the world of education for close to 30 years, including 20 at Mississauga Private School, Edwards became the school’s senior principal two years ago.

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Glenn Domina

• In relation to your school or stu-

Northmount School

dents, what keeps you up at night?

DeCourcy emphasized that while it was not something that bothers her or causes stress, she often spends time outside of work thinking of ways to expose to her students to positive role models.

“These girls have a lot of different mentors in their lives, on TV, in movies, and in the music videos they watch,” said DeCourcy. “I look to expand their world.”

She pointed to upcoming excursions to Europe and Ottawa, as well as field trips to the Royal Ontario Museum, the Ontario Science Centre, theatres and art galleries as ways to broaden their horizons.

“I also try and bring the world here to them,” she said. “I try to bring in positive female mentors that are confident in themselves. They know who they are, what their strengths are, and they’re proud of it.”

She listed off guests such as Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion, and

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several University of Waterloo professors, but emphasized her attempts to bring in local guest as well.

“I want to give these girls realistic role models that are close-to-home and set an example of the many possibilities available for young women today.”

• What is the most memorable thing a student or group of students has taught you?

“Kids teach me time and time again how important it is to listen,” says Edwards.

It’s easy to react and not give students the chance to explain their actions, he says. But when students experience conflict and get sent to the principal’s office, they want to be heard. If their side isn’t listened to they’ll walk away thinking the situation was handled unfairly.

“There’s a natural inclination to jump to conclusions,” says Edwards.

He says it’s easy to assume that a known hothead who ends up in his office with another kid is to blame for a conflict.

“This will be the one time where that kid was provoked and he did everything to maintain control.

“If he leaves the room thinking this was unfair the lesson will be lost,” says Edwards, “Listening affirms that (students) have insights. That builds trust.”

• How do you handle demanding parents?

Edwards says he actually likes demanding parents as it shows they care about their child’s education.

“I would far rather a demanding parent than an apathetic parent,” he says.

“Parents who have no time make a huge statement about their values.”

Still, there are the so-called helicopter parents who tend to hover around their kids in the classroom.

But Edwards says these parents tend to grow out of being hyper-protective as their kids progress through the grades.

“Kids would be mortified (at older ages). They don’t want mommy hovering around.”

ntering his 33rd year in education, Glenn Domina is just beginning his role as headmaster at Northmount School, having started his tenure at the independent Catholic boys’ school in July 2010.

Former dean at St. Clement’s School for girls for over a decade, Domina has also played an important role in developing the Advanced Placement program as a senior history consultant to The College Board, the organization that created and oversees the program.

• What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever done as a headmaster/dean?

photo courtesy Northmount school

Domina quips that he unclogged three toilets the day before the interview, but all joking aside, he has just started up a staff rock band at Northmount, something he had been running at his old school as well.

It’s not just for the zaniness of it, though. The band, in which Domina plays lead guitar, performed for the first time in front of the school for a Dec. 2010 concert, belting out traditional rock tunes with Christmas lyrics.

“You’ve got to do something different once in a while,” Domina says.

“It gets people thinking a little off the grid.”

The rock band benefits teachers and students alike, he says, as it takes people out of their safe zones.

For students it’s valuable as it establishes trust by showing them you’re vulnerable, he says.

“If you show students some vulnerability you’re giving them the chance to come after you with a hatchet,” he says — but interestingly enough, they don’t.

“You start establishing the trust (with students) a lot faster.”

Some lessons, in the end, have as much resonance outside of the classroom as they do in.

“I can (teach a lesson) in history class but you can also do it with a guitar in hand.”

• In relation to the school and the students, what keeps you up at night?

It’s the toughest decisions that keep him up, Domina says, but there’s one that stands out.

“It’s very hard when I have to send a kid packing,” he says. “I hate turning my back on a kid but sometimes you have to.”

But if a student becomes so disruptive that he’s significantly compromising other students’ experience at the school, then that’s the deciding factor for him, he says.

Sometimes school staff misses deeper issues that don’t come out in student interviews or entrance tests, he says. But 90 percent of the time you can get an accurate idea of what the kid is like.

Still, Domina says every kid that comes to the school deserves a chance.

On a related point, he says it’s enormously heartbreaking when a student progresses through the curriculum well until about grade 9 and then can’t handle the higher-level thinking skills that require abstract thought.

It doesn’t happen a lot, he says, but when it does the school will try to work with the student by modifying the academic program.

They can’t just kick them out, he says, especially if there aren’t any other issues with the student.

“You have a moral obligation to get them through.”

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Carpe diem

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I WAS MEANT FOR THE STAGE: If your child has the performing bug there are several camps that could keep his or her interest this summer.

Camps close to home

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Your children can sleep in their own beds and still have a memorable camp experience

• BY Tristan Carter ummer vacation may be six months away but if you want to ensure your child a spot in a popular local day camp you’d better do it soon.

Toronto is filled with activities to keep your child busy no matter what his or her interests are. If you’re stumped for ideas perhaps some of the following camps might tickle your child’s fancy.

• Arts Camps

Art Gallery of Ontario Summer Camps Why not consider nurturing your child’s artistic side at the Art Gallery of Ontario? Sculpting,

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painting, drawing and digital art are all taught by experienced artists who focus on self-expression and creativity. Participants will get to tour the exhibits within the gallery and will also get to make their own masterpiece during visits to nearby Grange Park.

No Strings Theatre Productions No Strings Theatre Productions offers aspiring thespians a chance to gain some on-stage instruction from an experienced international performer. Denise Williams, the group’s founder, is a professional actor, singer and music educator who has helped a number of camp participants go on to careers in the perform-

ing arts.

“They can certainly gain more awareness of the theatre arts,” Williams said. “They can gain selfconfidence, skill building when they’re on stage presenting.”

The program teaches drama, singing, and dance to 13–21 year olds and culminates with a final on-stage performance.

88 Keys Music School and Summer Camp Drawing from the music education philosophies of Kodaly, Suzuki and Dalcroze, 88 Keys teaches young people how to play and master the piano.

Smart choices Classes are geared to age groups with differing techniques used for each group. The school’s summer camp is available for children from ages 8–12.

Dance-n-Arts Camp This day camp for the performing arts has been jiving since 1964. Dance-n-Arts offers two or three week sessions for kids from 5–15, each culminating with a Broadway-style musical production. Camps are held at two locations, in Etobicoke and North York.

• Girls’ Camps Crafty Couture For girls interested in fashion, art and design Crafty Couture may be a good place to check out this summer.

“Basically, the camp is considered a boutique or niche camp,” said the camp’s creative director, Tahsin Dhirani. “We focus on fashion, art and design the most.

“It’s all do-it-yourself, hand-made projects and clothing, jewellery and accessories.”

The camp, for girls from 7–14, could be the perfect place for the young lady that’s into fashion but looking for fresh ideas.

“It’s a new take on a traditional arts and craft type camp,” Dhirani said. “The projects and products that they come out with are really unplanned and quite fashionable and to their tastes.”

Bayview Girls Choir Camp As the name suggests, Bayview Girls Choir Camp is focused on singing, but young vocal chords need rest too. Campers, from ages 6–12, are also taught dance and yoga with other periods devoted to dramatic games and arts and crafts. The camp maintains a 6:1 student to teacher ratio to help give the campers individualized attention.

Sutherland Models Summer Camp Is there a young Tyra Banks living in your household? If so, she might enjoy a week learning all about the field of modeling. Sutherland Models Summer Camp teaches her not only how to strut her stuff but also self-defense, fitness and nutrition. Students will also learn about hair care, skin care, make-up, photography and, of course, wardrobe.

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CRAFTY: Many camps mix academic activities with more traditional camp activities like arts and crafts.

Sew Be It Studio Maybe your daughter would rather design dresses than model them. If that’s the case the summer camp at Sew Be It Studio could be a good fit. Here, young fashionistas will hone their design sense while building their creativity and confidence. In addition to developing their design skills campers will get to take part in a shopping trip where they will face various fabric shopping challenges. There are two different curriculums in the program, one for teens (ages 13–16) and one for tweens (ages 8–12).

• For the love of learning The Giles School French Camp Whether your child is new to the language or just looking to enhance his or her vocabulary, the Giles School French Camp can help him or her improve toute de suite. Children from ages 3–12 will participate in activities while being immersed in the language. Classes in science, cooking and drama are provided during the two-week sessions. French guides lead tours of the Ontario Science Centre and the Royal Ontario Museum and the end of the week is topped off with the Friday French movie.

Bee Smart Learning Centre The program at Bee Smart Learning Centre tries to strike a balance between indoor academic activities

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Ontario Science Centre Camp Is your son or daughter the type that is always asking questions? Perhaps some of the answers he or she is looking for can be found at the Ontario Science Centre Summer Camp. The weeklong day camp for children 5–14 lifts the curtain on some of life’s little mysteries and explains the science behind everyday occurrences. Exclusive access to exhibit halls and IMAX film screenings will help to ensure that your child is being both educated and entertained. New themes this year include an inside look at the human brain and the human body as well as Science Magic, a magical twist on everyday science.

Discovery Day Camp Toronto Montessori Schools runs Discovery Day Camp but you don’t have to be a Montessori student to participate.

“All participants get swimming, gym, arts and crafts, computers and chess,” said Blaine Seamone, the camp’s director.

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and outdoor sports and games. The camp promotes children working in teams as they engage in subjects such as math, science, English, photography or fashion design. The camp, which is geared towards kids from 3–14, holds a number of theme days including Cooking Day, Pirate Day and the Bubble Contest.

Grades 1-12 . 416-966-4406 . www.lindenschool.ca

Achieving below potential?

• Attention Span is Short • Distractibility • Difficulty Organizing & Completing Work • Impulsivity • Learning Difficulties • Asperger’s syndrome

Which one has ADD? Neurofeedback plus coaching in Learning Strategies can provide a lasting improvement in learning.

Research results are available.

Director: Dr. Lynda M. Thompson (416) 488-2233 Co-author with pediatrician Wm. Sears of The A.D.D. Book www.addcentre.com

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• Day camps can meet both physical and intellectual needs Toronto’s Only Downtown Riding Academy Riding Academy at the Horse Palace offers children ages 8-15 a summer horsemanship day camp which caters to all levels.

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GET ACTIVE: For those interested in sports many camps offer programs for almost every sport under the sun.

Got game?

For more information, please call (416) 599-4044 or drop by the office located in the Horse Palace - Exhibition Place. www.horsepalace.ca

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focused Seamone ensures that everything down to the scheduling is done with Montessori’s curriculum in mind.

“Basically all the things they might learn … in school we’re doing in camp.

There’s just no quizzes, no tests but there’s instruction on all the techniques and all the skills that they need,” Seamone said.

• Sports Camps Sunnybrook Stables Summer Camp Sunnybrook Stables offers a 10 day horsemanship course over the summer for all riding levels. Each student will receive two riding lessons per day and will be allowed to advance at their own pace, with safety always being a primary concern.

Participants will be taught about riding and will learn a great deal about the animals they ride. A demonstration for parents is held during the last day of the course.

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Barker Basketball Your kids hits the books all year long. Now let them hit the blacktop this summer after honing their skills at Barker Basketball Camp. Young players, from 7–16, learn the basics by engaging in drills and competitions. Campers are divided into teams on the first day with the championship game held at the end of the week.

Awards are also given out although the focus is on having fun and improving your game.

Toronto Tennis Camp This co-ed tennis camp caters to children ages 5–14. The major focus is tennis instruction although swimming and other fun activities comprise the remaining off-court time. Qualified instructors use the approach of the Professional Tennis Registry to help teach campers both basic and advanced tennis techniques.

Tel: 416.486.6959 Fax: 416.486.1837 Web: www.taylorstattencamps.com

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Power Soccer Liam Power is the power behind Power Soccer Camp. As the founder and owner, Power provides campers with a full week of soccer instruction, practise and competitions.

“Our camp is designed to be a place where parents would be really comfortable to leave their kids,” Power said. “The big priority with us is safety and lots of staff and a high level of supervision.”

His camp caters to children from 4–15, with quarter or half day programs offered for the younger children. Days are filled with drills and games along with a number of exciting themed competitions such as World Cup and Olympics days.

“Olympics is where the kids are divided up in the camp into different countries and they come to camp wearing some colours or something related to that country.” Power said.

Your perfect school, camp and activity ADD Centre New Year’s Resolution: Improve brain function

by Lynda Thompson, Ph.D., C.Psych.

Perhaps your child’s fall report card was not all you hoped for and you want him or her to do better in 2011. If one factor contributing to underachievement was difficulty with paying attention consistently, then training can be done to improve that skill. Just like you go to the gym to build up muscles, you can exercise the brain a couple of times a week and

strengthen the neural pathways that are activated when a person practices a calm, yet alert, mental state. This learning technique, called neurofeedback, involves a brain-computer interface that lets a person know instantly if their brainwave pattern (EEG) indicates calm focus or drifting attention. Research studies going back to 1976 have documented lasting improvements in behaviour and learning

in children with ADD/ADHD. Increasingly, these techniques are being used to give athletes and executives the mental edge, too.

To add to your child’s skill in paying attention, whether he has a diagnosis or even if he is just an energetic kid or a bright daydreamer, contact The ADD Centre at 416 488-2233. Check www.addcentre.com for more information.

Appleby College Creating fascinating minds at Appleby College At Appleby College fascinating is built into everything we do – from our extraordinary curriculum to the unique opportunities and experiences we provide to our students, more than 750 young men and women in Grades 7 to 12.

A non-profit, independent school founded in 1911, we offer a university preparatory education to both boarding and

day student. Our curriculum offers a diverse education, combining academics with arts, athletics, community and global service. We challenge our students to try new activities and explore new ideas while giving them the tools and knowledge to see things in a fascinating way.

Situated on a 60-acre campus in Oakville, we provide the highest quality

learning experience as well as personalized attention to each student. In fact, through our extensive guidance program 98 per cent of Appleby graduates advance to their first university of choice.

To learn more about Appleby College please contact Matt Sheridan-Jonah, Executive Director, Admissions at 905-8454681 ext. 169 or mjonah@appleby.on.ca.

Centauri Summer Arts Camp Arts Training in a Summer Camp Community!

Centauri is an exciting community where the arts are at the centre of everything! Our faculty consists of arts professionals. Campers aged 9-18 choose from such specialties as: Theatre, Art, Stage Combat, Creative Writing, FilmMaking, Dance, Photography, Musical Theatre and an exciting multi-arts adventure: ARTSQUEST! Campers enjoy

their chosen specialty for four hours daily, then select arts and sports electives and participate in recreational activities such as banquets, talent shows, campfires, murder mysteries, cultural day trips and festivals. Centauri is a nurturing sleepover camp located in the Niagara Region. Our arts programs are top quality and our camp spirit ideal for making great friends

from Canada and overseas. For younger campers away from home for the first time our caring staff offer special programming and support to ensure the first camp experience is successful and memorable.

Discover the arts, and create memories that will stay with you forever. Please visit us at www.centauriartscamp.com or call 416-766-7124.

Crescent School Crescent School: A Unique Educational Experience for Boys A school for boys since 1913, Crescent is committed to developing and implementing the most current research into how boys learn. Faculty members, rated by parents as Crescent’s greatest strength, consider teaching boys their job, and educating boys their responsibility. They combine a challenging academic program with a superior array of co-curricular opportunities

designed to allow each boy to find and develop his unique abilities. Students, in turn, strive for excellence and actively seek leadership opportunities in some aspect of school life. Community service and global outreach are integral components of Crescent’s broad educational program.

Our school values – respect, responsibility, honesty and compassion – guide the actions

and decisions of faculty and students alike. We encourage our community to ask of themselves and of others – locally, nationally and internationally – “How can I help?” Looking at oneself through others’ eyes enables a Crescent student to progress from a boy of promise to a man of character.

Please visit www.crescentschool.org

Fieldstone Day School Fieldstone - In A Class Of Its Own! Fieldstone Day School has the distinction of being Canada’s only “Global Knowledge” private school for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6, and was recently accredited by Cambridge University, in the United Kingdom, as the first school in Canada to deliver the Cambridge Curriculum from Grades 7 to 12.

Cambridge diploma courses will allow Fieldstone students the unique opportunity to earn their Ontario Secondary School Diploma in addition to a University of Cambridge International Certificate of Education (AICE), recognized globally as a mark of academic excellence. The world renowned Cambridge Curriculum together with the rich

and innovative Global Knowledge curriculum will enable Fieldstone students to acquire a broad foundation of knowledge that is essential to a successful adult life. Small classes, individualized attention, challenging curriculum and outstanding teachers place Fieldstone Day School at the top of the class. (www.fieldstonedayschool.org) WINTER 2011 EDUCATION AND CAMP GUIDE Town Crier

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Your perfect school, camp and activity Holy Name of Mary College School Inspire Your Daughter Choosing the right school for your daughter is a critical decision for parents. All-girls’ schools recognize and focus on the particular ways girls learn. Research indicates they produce graduates who achieve greater academic success, are more self-confident and develop stronger leadership skills.

In 2008, St. Michael’s College School of Toronto and the Felician Sisters of

Mississauga, two icons in education with long traditions of academic excellence, came together to establish Holy Name of Mary College School as a private university preparatory school for girls in grades 5-12.

At HNMCS our core values are integrated into both the curriculum and daily life at school where knowledge is linked to growth in faith, strength of

character and self esteem.

Give your daughter the gift of an education that will help her develop academically, spiritually and personally.

You will be amazed as she develops into a confident and accomplished young woman.

For more information please visit www.InspireYourDaughter.ca

The Horse Palace Riding Academy Summer riding camp at the Horse Palace Exhibition Place is a unique downtown waterfront destination situated on 192 acres of urban parkland, where many landmark buildings have been preserved. One of the most notable being the Horse Palace, which was originally constructed in 1932 to house horses during the Canadian National Exhibition and Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

In addition to providing world renowned stabling, the Horse Palace is also home to a year-round riding academy. The Academy’s

portion of the Horse Palace was substantially remodelled, providing a warm and pleasant atmosphere for the school’s clients, miniature farm animals and horses.

This summer, the school is offering one and two-week horsemanship courses which cater to children of all levels. Campers will receive two riding lessons per day (covering both flatwork and jumping) from experienced riding instructors. Riders will also receive hands-on experience with their equine friends, through

stable management classes, basic horse care instruction and lessons in equine theory.

The camp operates from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. throughout July. Regular riding instruction is also available weekdays, evenings and weekends throughout the year.

For more information, please call 416599-4044, visit our website www.horsepalace. ca or visit the facility located at the corner of Manitoba Drive and Nova Scotia Avenue - Exhibition Place.

Hudson College Dedicated to developing the whole child

Hudson’s balanced curriculum is rich in sports, languages, sciences, music & the arts.

Looking for a new school? At Hudson College we offer a challenging, nurturing & rewarding learning environment that allows students to reach their maximum potential. We are a co-ed, multicultural day school from PK to university entrance. Recognized for its excellence by the Ontario Ministry of Education, our balanced curriculum meets & exceeds Ministry guidelines.

Our small class sizes & promise of a

Total Personal Support system dedicated to developing the whole child ensure that all students receive the kind of individual attention needed to develop their special skills, strengths & personal interests.

Our dedicated & experienced faculty care deeply about our students & their education. They share a true passion for teaching, participating in all aspects of school life as mentors, coaches & leaders.

Situated on a large, quiet, airconditioned campus in central Toronto, our modern facility features spacious classrooms, large gymnasium, state-ofthe-art computer & science labs, music & fine arts rooms. We also offer Advanced Placement courses in senior-level Math, English, Business & Science. www.hudsoncollege.ca admissions@hudsoncollege.ca 416-631-0082

Kingsway College School Knowing what matters in life The moment you walk through the doors of Kingsway College School, you enter a place where learning is a part of life. Our Four Doors to Learning – academics, arts, athletics and citizenship – form the foundation upon which our students will build their future.

KCS has a rigorous approach to academics with a core curriculum that is continuously infused with developing

critical lifelong skills. Our program incorporates differentiated instruction to optimize learning for all students. In the arts, students learn to express themselves creatively through visual arts, drama, vocal and instrumental music. In athletics, KCS celebrates the joy of play, teamwork, physical skill and mutual respect. Citizenship learning and activity is embedded in every aspect of

a KCS education and formally part of our curriculum. Through diversity awareness, our children learn that the multicultural world is something to be celebrated and embraced.

Our graduates leave KCS, knowing what matters in life. They lead with vision and humility, excelling at what they set out to do. Call 416-234-5073 x211 or visit www.kcs.on.ca to learn more about KCS.

MPS Etobicoke MPS Etobicoke - Striving for excellence

At MPS, we cultivate a culture of learning, one that will foster our students’ personal and academic growth for the rest of their lives.

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When you send your child to school, you want to know that they’re getting an exceptional education, but you need to know they’re being cared for and respected as individuals. That’s what sets MPS Etobicoke apart and it’s why parents have been sending their children to us for over 30 years.

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JK to Grade 12. Through high academic standards and an emphasis on educating the whole person, we prepare our students for the post-secondary institutions of their choice. Our program stresses skill development through individualized achievement, made possible by virtue of small class size and a dedicated staff.

Students are encouraged to think for themselves, to become problem solvers and leaders of tomorrow. We believe that students learn best in a nurturing environment that offers praise, encouragement and opportunities for success. For more information please visit www.mpsetobicoke.com

Your perfect school, camp and activity Olivet New Church School Preschool to Grade 6 Olivet New Church School has been providing students with exceptional academic and character education since 1893.

We believe that education should be an extension of the home and that optimum learning happens when a child’s love for learning is fully engaged. Olivet’s excellent

teacher/student ratio (maximum 1:12 for JK-6; 1:8 in preschool) provides this unique learning environment. Stimulating academics and meaningful social interaction provided at an age appropriate level are combined with a caring spiritual atmosphere which provides the foundation for a fulfilling and useful life.

Our curriculum, including French, art, music and scripture studies, is enhanced by enriched learning opportunities such as frequent field trips and thought-provoking discussions that are only possible in a small class environment.

Please call us to arrange a visit to the school.

Power Soccer Power Soccer School – advanced technique training Power Soccer provides a comprehensive range of training programs from the beginner to the elite player. We emphasize fair play, skill development and the maximization of each child’s potential.

Our programs are presented through a creative age appropriate soccer training model. We focus on giving players the opportunity to express their individuality while providing clear feedback on how

improvements in their game can be made.

Clinics and camps focus on ball control, movement with and without the ball, dribbling, shooting, defending and accurate passing. Players experience soccer sessions which are rewarding and enjoyable. Power Soccer coaches conduct challenging sessions which provide an opportunity for full participation for each

player. We build player confidence through a program includes lots of game play.

Improved ability level and a marked increase in game enjoyment are the results of participation in Power Soccer programs.

Please visit our web site at www.powersoccer.ca or call us at 905.829.0562 (local call) to learn more about the Power Soccer School.

St. Clement’s School A balanced approach to education St. Clement’s School is where tomorrow’s women learn. Since 1901, SCS has developed women of character by encouraging academic excellence, self-confidence, leadership, and independent thinking in an enriching, supportive environment. Known for its strong academic program, St. Clement’s School has Ontario’s most extensive Advanced Placement program. Comprehensive academics, com-

bined with the school’s rich co-curricular program, ensure that “Clementines” are prepared for the challenges of the world’s leading universities. The school’s vibrant facilities include a performance and lecture hall, a dance/drama studio, two gymnasiums, a bright and inviting library, state-of-the-art science laboratories, and more – all reflecting the varied activities of SCS students. SCS has recently devel-

oped and launched LINCWell, a comprehensive program of student enrichment and support that includes the creation of two beautifully-designed student centres.

With its motto, “Learn well, Lead well, Live well,” LINCWell offers a school-wide integrated approach to education helping students to sustain high academic standards, creativity, health, and wellness.

Please visit www.scs.on.ca

Taylor Statten Camps Beautiful setting, amazing adventures, friends for life!

The Taylor Statten Camps, a fourth generational family-owned and operated summer camps, are nestled in beautiful Algonquin Park, Ontario. Camp Ahmek for Boys (1921) and Camp Wapomeo for Girls (1924) have a unique brothersister relationship grown from nearly

90 years of shared history. We offer an unrivaled balance of out-trip and in-camp programming.

Canoe trips range in length from an overnight to 50 days, and routes that explore much of northern Ontario and western Quebec. The camps share several

facilities and the campers get together throughout the summer for special events and weekly activities. An adventure of a lifetime!

Please contact us at Tel: 416.486.6959, Fax: 416.486.1837 or Web: www.taylorstattencamps.com

every age and stage of development.

Linden’s small classes allo w our teachers to embrace the individual learning style of each student.

The strong relationships Linden girls develop with their teachers and peers generate a strong sense of belonging throughout the school community.

These connections stimula te our

students to take ownership of their education and to believe in their ability to impact the world around them.

When a girl finds her voice at Linden, she knows it can make a meaningful difference. To discover if Linden is the right fit for your daughter, visit www.lindenschool.ca or call us at 416966-4406.

The Linden School Where girls find their voice Since 1993, The Linden School has inspired girls to develop confidence in themselves through innovative teaching methods, empowering experiences, and meaningful connections to their peers and their community. Our evidencebased approach to teaching is girlcentred, incorporating the most current research about how girls learn best at

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Your perfect school, camp and activity Toronto French School TFS Delivers Excellence in French and English Bilingual and co-educational, Toronto French School delivers an enriched curriculum with an international perspective and an emphasis on academic excellence and personal development. Our students prepare for the International Baccalaureate Diploma and students here have the option of pursuing a bilingual IB. TFS is renowned for its bilingual

curriculum. As early as age 2 and all the way to university entrance, TFS helps its students develop outstanding skills in both French and English. Fewer than 10% of new students have a Frenchlanguage background when they enroll at TFS, but all are bilingual when they graduate. Our introductory program, offered up to and including Grade 7, successfully integrates students with no

background in French.

The co-curricular program at TFS includes recreational and competitive sports, music, visual and dramatic arts and leadership activities. Students benefit from exceptional facilities and a diverse, non-denominational environment. We have two campuses: Toronto and Mississauga. If education means the world to you, visit www.tfs.ca.

Trinity College School First-hand Account “An alumnus recently told me that one of the best things about Trinity College School is that the School is accomplished in taking ‘C’ students and supporting them to become ‘B’ students and similarly taking ‘B’ students and assisting them in becoming ‘A’ students. This is true of both academic and character development.

“Even more recently I was talking to a

student at the School who has experienced this first-hand. Meet Jamie Adams. He is a great young guy from London, Ontario.

He loves the School (and vice versa!) A short video of Jamie can be found on our Website at www.tcs.on.ca/jamie. In the video he talks about his academic success, but also proudly talks of his affection for this place, his friends, sports

and his house.

“Jamie is typical of many students in their graduating year. A real sense of accomplishment and a passion for his school permeates his words and emotions.”

Excerpt from Headlines, a blog by Trinity College School Headmaster Stuart Grainger - www.tcs.on.ca/headlines

YWCA Camp Tapawingo Tap into Tapawingo…

And tap into an 80 year tradition of adventure and fun. For girls 6-15 years of age, the Y.W.C.A.’s Camp Tapawingo turns a summer exper ience into a summer of life-time memories. The relaxed atmosphere of an all-girl’s setting creates the perfect environment for embarking on a girl’s road to self-discovery, confidence, achievement and FUN.

Our Georgian Bay location provides for a broad range of activities-swimming, canoeing, sailing, kayaking as well as climbing, crafts, paddlemaking, dance, drama and woodworking.

Whether it is making friends, singing by a campfire, special events, games, or sportsevery day is a new adventure. A range of trips

are offered from overnight canoe trips to a five day trip. Our sessions run 2 or 3 weeks with a one-week option for younger girls and a special 6 week leadership program for 16 year old girls.

For slide show information or a brochure call the Camping office at 416-652-9374.

Please visit www.ywcatoronto.org

OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE FOR PRIVATE & INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS SCHOOL Appleby College www.appleby.on.ca Crescent School www.crescentschool.org

TIME CONTACT INFO SCHOOL 10:00am - 2:00pm 905-845-4681 MPS Etobicoke www.mpsetobicoke.com Special Presentation 7:00pm 416-449-2556 Olivet New Church School www.olivetnewchurch.org Thurs., Jan. 13, 2011 St. Clement’s School Educating Boys: Challenges, Opportunities & Solutions www.scs.on.ca Please register at events@crescentschool.org Fieldstone Day School Thurs., Jan. 20, 2011 9:00am - 11:00am 416-486-4530 The Linden School www.lindenschool.ca www.fieldstonedayschool.org and TheToronto French School 7:00pm - 8:30pm www.tfs.ca Wed., Feb. 16, 2011 1:30pm - 3:00pm Wed., Mar. 9, 2011 9:00am - 11:00am and 7:00pm - 8:30pm Holy Name of Mary College School Thurs., Jan. 13, 2011 7:00pm - 9:00pm 905-891-1890 www.inspireyourdaughter.ca Sat., Feb. 5, 2011 10:00am - 2:00pm Sat., Apr. 9, 2011 10:00am - 2:00pm Hudson College Sat., Jan. 22, 2011 12:00pm - 4:00pm 416-631-0082 Trinity College School www.tcs.on.ca www.hudsoncollege.ca Wed., Jan. 26, 2011 5:00pm - 8:00pm Sat., Feb. 12, 2011 12:00pm - 4:00pm Sat., Feb. 26, 2011 12:00pm - 4:00pm Kingsway College School Wed., Jan. 12, 2011 10:30am 416-234-5073 www.kcs.on.ca Tues., Jan. 18, 2011 7:00pm

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Mississauga Campus 416-484-6533 PK (Age 3) - Grade 7 ext. 4247 Sat., Feb. 12, 2011 10:30am Toronto Campus Junior School: (Age 2 - Grade 5) 416-484-6533 Wed., Jan. 12, 2011 9:30am ext. 4247 Senior School: (Grades 6 - University Entrance) Wed., Jan. 19, 2011 9:30am Trinity in Action 905-885-3209 Sat., Feb. 26, 2011 Sat., Apr. 2, 2011 Sat., May 7, 2011

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