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Everyone wants to know: is tutoring worth it? We would like to answer that with another question: are you ready to end the homework battle? If so, then tutoring is definitely worth it! In this unprecedented time where more kids are working from home than ever before, you might be wondering how best to keep your child on track while …

During these times of online schooling, you might be wondering how to do online tutoring. We’re here to help! Our tutors have shared their experiences with online tutoring, and we’d love to share them with you. This post will let you in on all the perks and opportunities of online tutoring, as well as things you should watch out for …

Making the decision to seek the help of a tutor isn’t easy. How do you know you’re making the right call? How do you know your child really needs it? This post will answer these questions and highlight the top 6 things to consider when asking, “should I get a tutor?” 6. Is my child disinterested in school? If your child …

There are many misconceptions surrounding tutoring. These misconceptions might have you asking yourself, “Am I dumb if I need a tutor?” Here at Tutoring…With a Twist*, we can confidently say you are NOT dumb if you need a tutor, and you’re not alone in thinking that either. This blog post will dispel some of the myths about tutoring and set …

We get a lot of questions in regards to what teacher responsibilities are and what parents should be expecting from their schools. Here is what the Ministry of Education has sent out to their teachers: “As schools are developing flexible and innovative ways to accommodate the needs of their community, it is important to ensure that we, as a sector, …

#1: Welcome to Our Book Club! Due to recent events, students are required to engage in learning in a variety of different ways. With schools closed, finding effective homeschooling methods can be challenging and a little stressful at times. Fortunately, Tutoring…With a Twist* is here to offer homeschool help. As a way of giving back to the community, we’re starting …

  Since the outbreak of COVID-19, online education and homeschooling have become increasingly popular. We know this can put a lot of strain on parents and students alike, so our ‘twisted’ tutors are happy to offer online tutoring. So, how does online tutoring actually work? This blog post will answer that question and more as we explore all the benefits …

THIS IS AN EMAIL FROM SD68  IN REGARDS TO WHAT ONLINE SCHOOLING WILL LOOK LIKE IN B.C. FOR THEIR DISTRICT!  HERE IS THE EMAIL SENT OUT:   NLPS families: Letter from the Superintendent’s Office March 27, 2020 The end of March break is fast approaching and many families are now wondering what the coming weeks will bring. We are in …

THIS IS AN EMAIL FROM SD 72 IN REGARDS TO WHAT ONLINE SCHOOLING WILL LOOK LIKE IN B.C.    HERE IS THE EMAIL SENT OUT:   March 27, 2020 Dear Parents and Guardians: Hello everyone, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families all the best during these challenging times. I know that these past …

This is an email from the NDSS Francophone School Principal in regards to what Online Schooling will look like in B.C. Looking at the models they are using across Canada for e-learning, and what a school district in BC that serves Nanaimo-Ladysmith students has released, I believe we have a pretty good idea that SD68 will be heading in the …