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Now Boarding: The Desha Academy Open House is Almost Here
Now Boarding: The Desha Academy Open House is Almost Here

At The Desha Academy, we believe every child deserves to feel seen, capable, and supported in their learning journey. That's why we're inviting parents, guardians, and the wider Marabella community to our upcoming Open House

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Is Your Child in Standard Four? What Parents in Trinidad and Tobago Should Know
Is Your Child in Standard Four? What Parents in Trinidad and Tobago Should Know

Standard Four is where the primary school journey really starts to pick up speed. Your child is now around age 10 or 11, and this is the year the work of Standard Three starts to pay off or catch up. It's the last full year before SEA, and everything from the curriculum to the homework load to your child's own sense of responsibility shifts up a gear. If you're a parent of a Standard Four student, here's what you can expect, and how to support your child effectively.

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Screen Time and Reading — Is It Really the Problem?
Screen Time and Reading — Is It Really the Problem?

When a child is struggling to read, the tablet is usually the first thing parents blame. I understand why — it is the most visible change in how children spend their time. But after years of working with children who read well and children who do not, I have come to believe the question “is screen time bad?” is the wrong question. The better question is: what is the screen time replacing?

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Reading & Literacy, Parenting Tips, Learning Challenges, Education Support, Child Development, Desha Academy Resources Candace Francis Reading & Literacy, Parenting Tips, Learning Challenges, Education Support, Child Development, Desha Academy Resources Candace Francis

Does Your Child Struggle with Comprehension? 5 Signs Parents Shouldn’t Ignore

Have you ever watched your child read a passage fluently and only to realize they can’t explain a single thing about it? You’re not alone. Many parents worry when their child struggles to understand what they read, and it’s more common than you think.

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Reading and Comprehension, Literacy Development, Parenting Tips, Learning Challenges, Primary School Education, Support for Struggling Readers, Academic Intervention, Holistic learning Support, Child Development, Education in Trinidad and Tobago Candace Francis Reading and Comprehension, Literacy Development, Parenting Tips, Learning Challenges, Primary School Education, Support for Struggling Readers, Academic Intervention, Holistic learning Support, Child Development, Education in Trinidad and Tobago Candace Francis

Is Your Child Struggling with Comprehension? Here Are Some Possible Reasons…

Reading Comprehension is more than just recognizing words on a page—it’s about understanding, interpreting, and applying what is read. If your child is struggling with Comprehension, it can be frustrating for both of you.

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education, student well being, Teaching Strategies, Assessment Methods, Education Policy and Reform, Standardized Testing, Primary School Education, Child Mental Health and Wellness, Learning Challenges, Holistic Education, Parenting and Advocacy, Assessment and Evaluation, Caribbean Education System, Student-Centre Learning Candace Francis education, student well being, Teaching Strategies, Assessment Methods, Education Policy and Reform, Standardized Testing, Primary School Education, Child Mental Health and Wellness, Learning Challenges, Holistic Education, Parenting and Advocacy, Assessment and Evaluation, Caribbean Education System, Student-Centre Learning Candace Francis

Why Standardized Testing Is Challenging for Students in Trinidad and Tobago

Standardized testing, particularly the Secondary Entrance Assessment (S.E.A.), plays a significant role in shaping the academic future of children in Trinidad and Tobago.

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