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Curriculum Night Guide: Everything Parents Need to Know (and Why You Shouldn’t Miss It!)

Curriculum Night Guide: Everything Parents Need to Know (and Why You Shouldn’t Miss It!)

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Curriculum Night is more than just a school event — it’s your first chance to meet teachers, see the classroom, and learn what’s ahead this year. Here’s why parents shouldn’t miss it.

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Costco Connection: Control the Clock with Back-to-School Tips from Teachers on Call’s Joanne Sallay

Costco Connection: Control the Clock with Back-to-School Tips from Teachers on Call’s Joanne Sallay

By Joanne Sallay

Posted in Community, Educational Technology, Featured, Local, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

In the August 2025 Costco Connection, Teachers on Call CEO Joanne Sallay shares practical back-to-school tips to help students build time management and executive functioning skills for success in school and life.

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Teachers on Call in the Toronto Star: What Ontario Report Cards Really Mean and How Parents Can Use Them for Summer Success

Teachers on Call in the Toronto Star: What Ontario Report Cards Really Mean and How Parents Can Use Them for Summer Success

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What do Ontario report cards really mean—and how can parents use them to help kids thrive over the summer? Teachers on Call President & CEO Joanne Sallay shares expert advice in the Toronto Star on decoding report cards and turning them into a powerful tool for summer learning success. From understanding learning skills to setting personalized goals, this guide empowers families to take action now and start September strong.

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Empowering Future Voters: Enriching Civics Education with CIVIX Student Vote Canada

Empowering Future Voters: Enriching Civics Education with CIVIX Student Vote Canada

Posted in Featured, Parent Education Resources, Primary Tutoring, Senior Tutoring, Tips & Advice

CIVIX’s Student Vote Canada brings democracy to life in classrooms by giving students the chance to vote in parallel elections and learn about government, parties, and issues firsthand. This hands-on, non-partisan program empowers youth to become informed, engaged citizens—helping shape the future of Canadian democracy ahead of the 2025 federal election.

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Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical – How to Turn a Theatre Trip into a Reading Adventure for Kids

Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical – How to Turn a Theatre Trip into a Reading Adventure for Kids

Posted in English Tutoring, Featured, Independent Learning, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

Discover how a theatre trip can inspire your child’s love of reading with Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical in Toronto! This exciting stage adaptation of Dav Pilkey's graphic novel brings books to life through music, humour, and creativity, making it a perfect adventure for young readers.

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Launching a New Summer Camp in Toronto: The Inaugural JICS Summer Lab Camp

Launching a New Summer Camp in Toronto: The Inaugural JICS Summer Lab Camp

Posted in Featured, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

Explore the inaugural JICS Summer Lab Camp in Toronto, offering an innovative, inquiry-based summer camp experience for children. Emphasizing STEM, creativity, leadership, and Indigenous perspectives, this unique program fosters curiosity and critical thinking. Registration for July 2025 now open!

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Alice in Bloomland: Where Curiosity Blooms and Imagination Comes to Life at the Royal Botanical Gardens’ Indoor Winter Wonderland

Alice in Bloomland: Where Curiosity Blooms and Imagination Comes to Life at the Royal Botanical Gardens’ Indoor Winter Wonderland

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Step into the whimsical world of Alice in Bloomland at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington, Ontario. This immersive winter exhibit, running from February 1 to March 30, 2025, brings Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to life with vibrant floral displays, hands-on activities, and educational programs that explore curiosity, nature, and imagination. Perfect for families and educators!

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Snow & Smiles at the Snye: WinterPLAY 2025 in Fort McMurray!

Snow & Smiles at the Snye: WinterPLAY 2025 in Fort McMurray!

Posted in Featured, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

Join the WinterPLAY 2025 celebration at the Snye in Fort McMurray, Alberta from February 21-25! Enjoy ice slides, skating, Indigenous cultural programming, ice sculptures, and more. A family-friendly event full of winter fun, adventure, and educational experiences.

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Snow, Fun, and Family: Celebrate Family Day Weekend at the Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival!

Snow, Fun, and Family: Celebrate Family Day Weekend at the Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival!

Posted in Featured, Parent Education Resources, Tips & Advice

Join the fun at the Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival this Family Day Weekend! Celebrate winter with exciting activities, live performances, and hands-on experiences in Dorset, Ontario. Perfect for families to learn, explore, and make memories. Don’t miss out on new attractions for 2025!

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From Grades to Goals: How Report Cards Shape Future Career Success

From Grades to Goals: How Report Cards Shape Future Career Success

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Explore how report cards can shape future career success. Discover expert tips on using academic evaluations to guide career pathways, from fostering strengths to planning for post-secondary success. Learn how Canadian families can turn report cards into powerful planning tools.

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