HOW TO RAISE A SUCCESSTUL STUDENT—Tips from Canada’s Top Teachers
Support your child’s education at home. “Children need to feel comfortable asking for help, so create a safe environment for this.” CHRIS FOWLER
Set the bar high. “Set high expectations for your children. With love, support and encouragement, you’ll be amazed by what they can achieve.” KRISTA NITSCHKE
Spend time with your kids, and share with them. “Include your kids in your life. Tell them what you are thinking and feeling.” MICHAEL PETERSON
Lead by example. “Be the model of life-long learning that you wish to see in your children.” DIANE PLAMONDON
Keep in touch with the teacher. “Contact your children’s teachers on a regular basis, take part in the school, and pay attention to what your kids are doing and who they are with.” RALPH GRAY
Don’t be afraid to let them fail. “It’s okay to let kids fall every once in awhile. Just be there to watch them get back on that saddle—they will surprise you.” HAROLD COUGHLAN
Contributing editor Tim Johnson’s extended family is chock full of great teachers, and although none of his cousins, aunts or uncles appear above, he was very happy to highlight teachers who go the extra mile for their students.
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