”STEM education is very important to mankind just like the water we drink and the air we breathe in, we need it to produce more critical thinkers, problem-solvers, innovators, and the world best economy drivers.” – Bamigboye Olurotimi, Writer, Poet, Technologist Middle School is an important period for students to

By Joanna Espinueva Ending Your Timeshare Just Got Easier Thousands of timeshare owners have successfully ended their timeshares through a proven resource, We Want Your Timeshare. The company has a unique model which is centered around a transaction with a major bonus, every client receives a 3-year membership to a

By Jeanne Huybrechts, Chief Academic Officer – Stratford School Positive relationships between you and your child are built on quality time together. Time when you get to know about each other’s experiences, thoughts, feelings, and changing interests. Quality time can happen anytime and anywhere, in the middle of ordinary days

“I love all animals. I have a fascination with fish, birds, whales – sentient life – insects and reptiles.” Nicolas Cage No one can deny the enduring appeal of books that feature animals, whether tales of animals in the wild, animal heroics (think Togo the sled dog or Scarlett the

Development of memory, better concentration and focus, faster adaptation, are among the many reasons why teaching your child a second language can help boost their brain development. Did you know that approximately 60-75% of the world population can speak at least two languages? In fact, research studies have shown that

I am a proud HB Oiler, class of 1988. I attended Dwyer, had dances in the city gym, competed in MUN conferences, and also experienced homelessness with my family on and off from 7th – 12th grade. My dad was a technology entrepreneur before the world believed we’d all be

How Stratford’s Engineering Curriculum Takes Students to the Next Level in Engineering, the all-important “E” in STEM and STEAM education – in this new age of technology, a robust engineering curriculum is more essential than ever. At Stratford School, our engineering curriculum is designed to prepare students to meet the

“Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.” – Mr. Rogers, television personality Children naturally play for fun, yet during play they’re also building and practicing skills, creating and strengthening relationships, exploring and processing emotions, and so much more. Here, we’ll shine a light on five types

Summer reading may not be a priority for children, yet it’s important to make it one. Why? Summer reading is critical to a child’s ability to retain information learned, and grow in knowledge and critical thinking skills, in order to maintain literacy skills learned throughout the school year. Reading, in