editor’s note
Back to School Dayz
What Parents are Talking About
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PUBLISHER & EDITOR
Katrina Ball
B U S I N E S S CO N S U LTA N T
Vic Ball
In this issue, I chose to focus on the educational
options that are available both locally and overseas.
Local private schools have provided us with informa-
tion about their schools as well as advertising what they
offer. I encourage you to do your research and visit
the schools to determine the best fit for you and your
child. As the Annual Boarding School Fair approaches
in mid-September, a few of the boarding schools have
given us a brief look into what they also have to offer.
I encourage you to visit their fair and find experienced parents who have
sent their child(ren) to these schools and talk with.
Conflicts are a normal part of life but how we handle
that conflict determines whether there can be a success-
ful result for both parties. “Banish the Back to School
Blues” can help to bring success to both parties when
applied with respect, read more on page 22.
Do you struggle with a child
that hates school or have a child
beginning primary school? ‘5
Ways to Teach Your Child to Enjoy
p.
School’ can help to diffuse or minimise
resentment that could build up and the frustra-
tion that can result, read more on page 12.
Finally, as a special appeal, I would strongly
encourage all parents, family and caregivers to
read ‘Text Speak: The Evolution of a Generation’
page 32. It is important that we know and understand the
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world our children live in that we can protect them adequately.
This means we must familiarise ourselves with their written communication
and the acronyms they use so that you aren’t left in the dark to what maybe
affecting your child.
I wish your children much academic success this school year!
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