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Back to the Swing of Things
By Kristen Johnson Photos Story Thorburn
G oing back to school each September is always a big adjustment for children and families. This year is likely to be a bit more of a challenge. Most students have been out of a classroom setting since March break due to COVID-19. Ann Myers from Sylvan Learning Centre offers us some suggestions on how to help ease students back into school. “Preparing them for a positive return to a school structure will be essential," says Myers, “We all know that extra review will be needed in those first few weeks and months. Students will need to be reassured more than ever that the educational system is there to support them every step of the way.” Many may have anxiety because they have not been doing a lot of reading or math for months, but it’s never too late to get in a little practice before school starts. As the director of Sylvan Learning Centre, Myers also knows that additional practice and focused teaching are key to a student’s success. She says, “Sylvan offers support in the core areas of math, reading and writing. We also have French, homework support and enrichment.” Students have been coming to Sylvan over the summer to get a refresher of skills to help prepare them for returning to class in the fall.
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