Elementary Educators: Canada

Recent Answers

2012-01-31 Behavior & Learning in School - child with difficulty learning in school:

Dear April,    The first thing that I always check is to be sure that the child is getting the right nutrition, sleep, activity and so on.  These things are the first line of defense against problems and

2012-01-25 Behavior & Learning in School - School Suspension of a five year old:

Hello Karen  Thank you for your question. I am sorry you and your grandson are having such challenges. The truth is that a lot of what happens to him and for him depends on the school system, the personnel

2011-11-30 Behavior & Learning in School - parent teacher conflict over child:

I would definately schedule a conference with the teacher in order to discuss your concern.  If that discussion does not clarify the issue, then the Principal should be involved.    Before that I would

2011-11-28 Behavior & Learning in School - Not concentrating in class:

Caroline,    Your child sounds like a bright child and certainly talented.  It is fantastic that she is trilingual!  I would suggest that you continue to work with the teachers and ask that an evaluation

2011-11-28 Behavior & Learning in School - Doesn't concentrate in class and slow to learn:

Dear Caroline,    I can feel your frustration and anxiety over this and my heart goes out to you.  I have often taught children with as many as five fluent languages under their belts and I know that fears