As students began to settle into their new classrooms, their new friendships and perhaps their new personas for the year, we hosted a webinar designed to guide parents in these changing times. It can be a challenge to support children transitioning from primary school to secondary school, as well as from childhood to adolescence.

The webinar, led by Miss Ilinca Vlaicu, our school counsellor, covered topics such as critical changes that will occur in the child’s biology, behaviour, personality and interests. Additionally, we explored how parents’ perspectives may also shift during these times, the importance of maintaining a balance between being the child’s friend and parent, and we offered practical tips for effective communication and de-escalation in challenging situations.