editor’s note
A
fter a long break filled with fun in the sun, popsicles
and beach days it’s back to reality for the whole fam-
ily. As we say goodbye to summer, I know your kids
are probably sulking at the idea of homework and
uniforms. Let’s face it, nobody wants their vacation
to end, even for us parents who have been work-
ing right through, just thinking about the new
school term can leave us stressed about school fees, re-
port cards and getting our kids back into the routine.
Going back to school doesn’t have to be a downer.
It can be a really exciting time! New lessons, challenges and opportunities –
both inside and outside the classroom.
To inspire you and the kids, we are highlighting Jasmyn
Renfroe (p 50) and Jakob Resnik (p 52) (on the cover), two
exceptional young teens who are making impressive accom-
plishments not only in their academic lives but also in the
world of combative sport.
Getting your child involved in extra-curricular activi-
ties has a number of benefits to their overall development.
But according to teacher and author, Joanne Ball-Burgess,
infusing these kinds of activities in the classroom could yield
even greater scholastic achievement. She explains this theory in
“Art-Infused Learning” (p 28).
It’s never too early to start planning for the future. Many people are
skeptical about investing in Life Insurance (p 54) Lisa Lewis exposes some
popular misconceptions and provides some compelling reason to invest in
life insurance.
Going back to school is all about adjusting your routine, and being
organized will ensure a smooth transition for the whole family. The organi-
zational skills your child develops during their time at school will stay with
them for the rest of their life. In “Managing the Scattered Tween” (p 46)
Angela Young talks about her personal experience as a parent while briefing
us on the importance of organization or ‘executive functioning’ skills – a
must read for any parent to a tween or teen.
Here’s to a happy, stimulating and successfully semester! It’s all about
perspective, as we portray a positive attitude toward the return of school
than our children will follow our example.
p. 28
Publisher & Editor
I want to say a special thanks to Brigitta Wohlmuth
who assisted with this issue of Bermuda Parent
Magazine and I wish you all the best in your studies!
4
Back to School Already?
What Parents are Talking About
PUBLISHER & EDITOR
Katrina Ball
B U S I N E S S CO N S U LTA N T
Vic Ball
A DV E R T I S I N G S A L E S
Wanda Brown
[email protected]
333-1925
Taja Fox
[email protected]
705-2400
D E S I G N & P RO D U C T I O N
Picante Creative
W R I T E R S & CO N T R I B U TO R S
Jennifer Burland-Adams, Roxanne
Kipps-Jackson, Shavonne Jeffries, Dr.
Sajni Tolaram, BVS Education, Schools
To Know, NorthShore Medical &
Aesthetics Center, Angela Young,
Angela Cotterill, Joanne Ball-Burgess,
Ascendant Group Limited, Alicia
Resnik, Lisa Lewis, Sophia Araujo
CO N T R I B U T I N G P H OTO G R A P H E R S
Lanka Bull
Bermuda Parent Magazine is published
five times a year. Reader correspon-
dence, photo submissions and editorial
submissions are welcome. We reserve
the right to edit, reject or comment
editorially on all material contributed.
No portion of this magazine may be
reproduced without express written
consent of the publisher. The opinions
expressed by contributors or writers do
not necessarily reflect the opinions of
this magazine. Distribution of this prod-
uct does not constitute an endorsement
of the products or services herein.
CO N TAC T U S
[email protected]
Tel: 504-2937
www.bermudaparent.bm
facebook.com/bdaparentmag