Learning About Stress
As much as we strive to live a "stress-free" life, we do need stress in our life. Stress is part of a natural biological system in the...
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Shakira Rouse
Feb 5, 20232 min read
The Next Step: Transition to Success
Kylie is in her final year of high school. In elementary school Kylie was diagnosed with a learning disability. School was hard for...
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Shakira Rouse
Jan 22, 20233 min read
Let's Talk About: What No One is Talking About
Let's talk about what no one is talking about—youth mental health. Within the last decade the conversation on mental health has been...
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Shakira Rouse
Jan 15, 20233 min read
A New Adventure: The Journey to Success
Susan and David have a twelve-year-old son named Peter. Peter is in grade 7 and loves hockey. He plays in a league outside of school...
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Shakira Rouse
Dec 5, 20222 min read
Transformative Solutions for Inclusive Development: International Day of Persons with Disabilities
December 3rd is International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). Recognized annually, the day is to bring awareness and promote the...
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Shakira Rouse
Nov 20, 20224 min read
Understanding ADHD
Many consider Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to be a kind of learning disability. It actually is a behaviour disorder...
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Shakira Rouse
Nov 6, 20223 min read
The Science of Reading
How do you solve a problem if you do not understand the question? In our last blog we discussed in-depth about dyslexia, one of the most...
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Shakira Rouse
Oct 16, 20222 min read
Understanding Dyslexia
It is estimated that about 3 million Canadians are living with dyslexia. Dyslexia is a common learning disorder that affects a person’s...
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Shakira Rouse
Oct 3, 20222 min read
Three Simple Steps to a Successful Study Session
Juggling multiple classes and fulfilling the demands of school can be overwhelming for students. Not to mention the added pressure of...
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Shakira Rouse
Sep 18, 20222 min read
Making a plan for success
Every year many students start back with the intention to do well and make the most of their academic school year. Getting back to...
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Shakira Rouse
Sep 3, 20225 min read
Putting the Pieces Together: My Journey to Learning About My Learning Disability
Through some unwritten rule, it is expected that by eighteen we are to act and behave like an adult. We are to be critical in our...
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Shakira Rouse
Aug 22, 20223 min read
4 Easy Tips to Get Ready for Back to School
It's that time of year again. Sigh. ;) Time to turn your focus on getting back to school. To make things a little easier I thought I'd...
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Shakira Rouse
Jun 19, 20222 min read
Transitioning to Life after High School
To the graduate class of 2022, There are going to be valleys to walk through, mountains to climb, and canyons to jump over. You will have...
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Shakira Rouse
Jun 7, 20222 min read
Tips for Taking a Test or Exam
It’s the last few weeks of the school year. Students are in a hustle trying to study and get those final assignments in to finish the...
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Shakira Rouse
May 23, 20223 min read
Goal Getting in 5 Simple Steps
Goals are not just for the New Year. In fact, every season, month, week and day we are setting goals. Goals are a part of life. They help...
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Shakira Rouse
May 8, 20223 min read
Getting to the Finish Line: The End of the Year Race
This weekend I ran in my first half-marathon since 2019. I've run a number of half-marathons before, and knew the route for this race in...
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Shakira Rouse
Apr 27, 20222 min read
Inclusive Education
On April 5th 2022, the Ontario Government announced its commitment to Special Education through new investments and partnerships that...
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Shakira Rouse
Apr 3, 20222 min read
Getting To The Other Side
Graduation day is to be a joyous memorable occasion in any students life. Because it's finally over. Joyless, I sat in my cap and gown...
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Shakira Rouse
Feb 2, 20223 min read
Lets Talk About: Learning Disability and the Mental Health Connection
"If you want to be a good writer, the thing you need to do is write everyday.” In my daily ritual of scrolling on Instagram, I came...
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Shakira Rouse
Jan 26, 20222 min read
Let's Talk About: Children and Youth Mental Health
Lilianna has feelings too! Although Rob does not say anything, Lilianna can sense that her dad is stressed. She is not sure what exactly...
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