York University educator is available to explain why a bumpy start can be expected TORONTO, July 2, 2020 – With the doors re-opening at Greater Toronto Area daycares run by the YMCA – Canada’s largest not-for-profit child care provider – starting on Monday, July 6, many parents are gearing up for their children to play […]
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How will online learning for the rest of the school year impact families?
York University expert available to explain how to survive COVID-19 school closures TORONTO, May 19, 2020 – The fears of some parents may be easing following the Ontario government announcement today that elementary and high schools will continue online learning and won’t reopen this school year, according to John Ippolito, an associate professor in York […]
Should parents feel guilty about rising screen time during the pandemic?
York University expert explains how youths can shift to more engaging online activities TORONTO, May 5, 2020 – Young people are playing endless video games and binge-watching TV shows during the COVID-19 shutdown, but that doesn’t mean parents should be policing their screen time usage too much, says Faculty of Education Professor Kate Tilleczek. The […]
Are parents smothering their high school students?
York University expert available to provide back-to-school parenting tips TORONTO, August 21, 2019 – Parents of children headed to high school often struggle with the dilemma of how much to let go. For parents wondering if they should still discuss homework assignments with their high schoolers, still encourage them to exercise good study habits and […]
