Blogs

Welcome to my blog! As a Catholic parent and education advocate, I created this space to share insights, resources, and discussions about Catholic education, special education support, and parental involvement in schools. My goal is to empower parents, connect educators, and strengthen our school communities in York Region.

Browse by category below to explore topics that matter to you and click on the topic to read the post.

📌 Blog Categories (Organized by Topic)

📘 General Info on YCDSB

• YCDSB vs. YRDSB: Which School System Is Right for Your Child?

• French Immersion in YCDSB: Everything You Need to Know

• How School Boundaries and Transfers Work in YCDSB: A Parent’s Guide

• Understanding YCDSB School Policies: What Parents Need to Know

• Split-Grade Classrooms in Ontario: Navigating the Pros, Cons, and Realities

👪 Parental Involvement & School Councils

• Why parents should engage in school decisions

• How to join and contribute to a Catholic School Council

• Fundraising & improving school resources

• Why Parents Are Not Engaging in Some Schools: Understanding the Barriers & Solutions

• Too Hot to Learn? How Schools and Parents Can Work Together During Heat Waves

• Parent-Teacher Conference Guide for YCDSB Parents in Markham: Questions That Matter Most

🎓 Special Education & Student Advocacy

• Understanding IEPs & support programs in Catholic schools

• Why You Still Need an IPRC Even If Your Child Has an IEP

• How to advocate for your child’s learning needs

• Resources for students with diverse learning abilities

• A Parent’s Guide to the YCDSB Gifted Program (PACE): Screening, Admission & Benefits

• Psychoeducational Assessment: What Parents Need to Know

• How to Talk to School Administration & the School Board When Advocating for Your Child

• How to Be a Great Education Advocate: A Guide for Parents

• Challenges Faced by Autistic Students in Grade 3: A Critical Transition Year

• The Next Major School Transition for Autistic Students: Challenges & Support Strategies in Grades 7-9

• Understanding the IEP Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents

• Raising Twice-Exceptional (2e) Children: A Parent’s Comprehensive Guide to Nurturing Strengths and Supporting Struggles

• How to Prepare for a Successful Transition Meeting: A Parent’s Guide for Grade One and Beyond (YCDSB)

📚 AI & Innovation in Learning

• How AI can enhance education in Catholic schools

• Ethical concerns & best practices for AI by students

• The future of technology in education

💰 School Funding & Policy Issues

• How school budgets impact student learning

• What parents should know about school board funding

• Advocating for better resources & infrastructure in schools

🥪 Hot Lunch Program

• How Hot Lunch Programs Work in Elementary Schools

• Understanding PPM 150: Healthy Food Standards for School Lunches

• What Happens When a Child Has Food Allergies or Dietary Restrictions?

• A List of Hot Lunch Program Ideas and How to Implement Them

🎒 Recommendations on After-School Programs

• Best After-School Tutoring Programs: A Parent’s Guide (Kumon, Mathnasium, Brain Power & More)

• STEM & Coding Programs for Kids: A Parent’s Recommendation (York Region)

• Creative & Performing Arts After-School Programs: Parent-Approved Options in York Region

• Scouts: A Parent’s Guide to Leadership & Social Development for Kids

• My Experience as a Parent Observing Spirit of Math: A Gifted Child’s Journey in Math Enrichment