Investing in Education Before Age 5

It is widely accepted that once children turn the magic age of five that education becomes a public responsibility. Hardly anyone complains about public spending on education.

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Early signs of a reading difficulty

Parents are often the first to suspect their child has a reading problem. An expert alerts parents to some of the earliest indicators of a reading difficulty…what should you look for?

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Helping your child understand Haiti’s devastation

Parents often don’t give children a chance to talk. In situations like this, kids feel helpless, which can lead to feeling very overwhelmed by the situation. Parents need to combat these feelings of helplessness by having conversations with their kids about the devastation in Haiti.

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Encouraging Children to Write

Want to encourage your child’s love of writing? Or inspire one who would rather do anything but write? The answer may be as simple as finding the right pen.

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Back to School Checklist!

In Campbell River the first day of school is Tuesday, September 8, 2009 for most students (exceptions are at kindergarten, middle and secondary school levels – where the first day of attendance depends on the student’s grade level). Please see the school opening procedures below for specific information regarding the first day of school.

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