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27/Jan/2010 - 8:23 PM - by kerri
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Tomorrow is the launch of the new 'my school' website by the Australian Government that will enable parents to view how their school measures up. Whilst in principal it could be excellent will this lead to to schools being more selective?
A school in Melbourne my daughter went to actually asked us to keep her home when the testing was on as they knew that she would drag down their average as she has dyslexia!
What are your thoughts?
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19/Jan/2010 - 12:24 PM - by kerri
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It is that time of year for Aussie families when we need to start preparing for the back to school season. Remember to get out the school uniforms, check that they still fit. Kids have an amazing way of doing a growth spurt during the summer holidays.
Shoes, many of the stores have specials going so maybe pair up with a pal and go school shoe shopping. Often it is buy one pair get the second one at half price.
Lunch boxes, go environmental and get a lunch box that has compartments that helps you avoid plastic wrap.
Any hints from parents about back to school preparation is always welcome to be posted.
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28/Dec/2009 - 10:35 AM - by kerri
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Cyber safety starts with the parents in the home. Many families have new computers during this time of year, and many kids for the first time may be getting computers to help them with their school work.
Some simple things to do as a parent to help the family with computer safety are easy to implement. The problem is to be firm against the kids who want to take the computer to their own rooms. Do no allow this! Simple. Keep the use of computers in the main area of the homes. Keep a watchful eye on what they are surfing on the net. Set up a computer friendly area in your family area. Instead of having them on their desk in their own room it may be time to bring the study area into the main living area of the family. This is something totally new to previous home designs, but it may be necessary given the information age that we are facing and the prominence of cyber stalking and cyber crime on the net.
Watch what sites your kids visit. It... [Read More]
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27/Dec/2009 - 8:19 PM - by kerri
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Christmas is over and the retail stores are busy with bargain hunters. What was your Christmas like? Did Santa bring you goodies or did you get a lump of coal?
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24/Dec/2009 - 7:17 PM - by kerri
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Merry Christmas to all our readers. May you all have a safe and happy holiday season and enjoy Christmas 2009.
Kerri Van Veenendaal and family
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