Leadership retreat for February 25

The forthcoming retreat for school administrators and officials will expose the participants to the basic skills
needed to inspire their workers for longer service and productivity, the Association of Proprietors of Private Schools has said.

The retreat tagged, “Effective Empowerment of Schools through Collaborative Capacity Building and Leadership,’’ starts on February 25 at Magodo, Lagos State.

The Lagos State chapter Chairman of the association, Mr. Yomi Otubela, said the programme became necessary to provide “requisite skills in school business using collaborative building capacity.

“Some other focus is on sports and recreation activities as a tool for self and body development.

Exercising the body is a tool to staying healthy and its importance and benefits will be emphasised and practiced during
the retreat.’’

The Managing Consultant, Standard Mandate International, Mr. Nelson Ayodele, said the training of teachers and school managers was necessary to keep the academic environment vibrant.

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5 things we want from parents

It takes a village to raise a child. We can't expect teachers to be the only ones educating our children. Research proves that when Mom and Dad become involved in their kid’s school life, grades, behavior and emotional well-being improve. So, if you want to make the teacher’s job a little easier, check out these 5 things teachers want from parents. Read to Your Child “The single most important activity for building the knowledge required for eventual success in reading, is reading aloud to children,” stated the U.S. Department of Education Commission on Reading in 1985. Grab a book, any book, and read to your child at least three times a week. You’ll plant the seeds for a lifetime of reading. Get to Know the Teacher You should be on a first-name basis with your child’s teacher. Ask for the best way to get touch with him or her, such as by phone or email. Be there for open houses and parent-teacher conferences. Don’t be the parent who only shows up when you have a bone to pick. Encourage Friendships Outside of School Classroom learning works best when solid teamwork is in place. Because there isn’t always time for children to get to know one another all that well at school, make sure that your child spends time with classmates outside of school by encouraging playdates and after-school activities. Get Involved With the School Attend school council meetings. Join the school’s PTA. If you work and these school-oriented meetings are scheduled during the day, ask if meetings can occasionally be held at night. Your voice counts— sometimes, it's the only voice that will advocate for your child. When parents unite, they can more readily affect changes in schools. Take Part in School Events Don’t miss school events such as talent shows, science fair nights and seasonal potlucks. Even if your child isn’t playing on the team, why not attend a school sporting event? You’ll help foster an appreciation of school life. Not only will you be helping your child be successful in school, but you'll also be making memories with him along the way. Source:www.education.com