What does it mean to be a good student? The image of the good student as it exists in the common imagination is punctual, well-organized, attentive, and undoubtedly has an outstanding report card to boot. You may even envision them … Read the rest
What Are You Doing It For?
June 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Almost every student is compelled to do well, either by their own standards, the inherently negative connotations associated with failure, or the school system itself, which makes a certain degree of success necessary in order for students to proceed to … Read the rest
How To Choose A Course
January 9, 2018 by 1 Comment
When the time comes to choose a course to take, the decision making process may branch off into two distinct paths trailing into subsequently different thought spirals: being overwhelmed by the choices (whether for better or for worse) or on … Read the rest
8 Tips for Choosing the Right University
November 23, 2017 by 1 Comment
The transition from high school to university is a big and important one. This may be the first big decision you make about your education, and where you choose to study will dictate a large part of your life for … Read the rest
Your Teen Probably Isn’t Prepared For University
October 26, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Too many students move through elementary and most of high school without putting in much effort, because thanks to No-Fail, No-Zero school policies, no one is held back even when they’re not ready to move to the next grade.
When … Read the rest
The Goal of Canadian High Schools for University Bound Students
March 24, 2015 by Leave a Comment
What is the goal of high school in the 21st century? Since a high school diploma seems no longer sufficient for even the lower level jobs, the goal of high school is to prepare students and give them the … Read the rest