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STEM role models for children

STEM (Science, technology, engineering, and maths) has become an integral part of education. Each STEM component brings valuable contribution to children’s education and learning experience. As educators, we want to inspire and encourage children to set and strive for ambitious goals, and towards careers they want to pursue. We know that children are impressionable and can be influenced by idols or leaders, so it is important to inspire them with STEM role models who they can look up to. We have compiled a list of four STEM role models to inspire children with the wonders of STEM education.

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How mentorship helps students succeed

Mentors serve as a support system for students on their academic journey, and help empower them to become autonomous learners. Mentors express understanding and empathy of students’ challenges, aspirations, and goals. Every student is different, as some require additional support, while others have the ability to confidently work independently. Mentorship can contribute to student success by motivating them, helping them explore educational and career opportunities, and fostering self-reflection. This blog explores how mentorship can help students succeed in their academic journey.

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Inspiring role models for students

Students are young and are still learning about life and the world they live in. They are impressionable and will imitate actions and things that impress them, which is why role models should be an integral and central part of each students’ learning experience and journey. For children, role models vary from parents and teachers, to celebrities and athletes. Whoever your child may look up to, it is important that they have someone they admire who inspires them to reach their full potential and overcome personal challenges. We have compiled a list of three inspiring role models for school students.

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Benefits of mentorship for students

Mentoring, at its core, provides students with guidance and direction throughout their learning journey. Mentors empower students to become autonomous and diligent learners. We know that children are impressionable and model the behaviour of the adults around them, which is why mentoring is beneficial to their academic journey. There are a breadth of benefits of having a mentor, primarily because they can provide educational support, encouragement, confidence, and feedback towards their learning and development. This blog explores 4 benefits of mentorship for students.

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Teaching children about money

As adults, we know the importance and value of money. Money and income influence where we live, what we eat, and every aspect of the lifestyles we lead. To children, money seems to grow on trees as they have a vague understanding of how parents buy food, clothing, and toys. Parents hold the weight of teaching their children the value of money. Whether you're teaching young children about money basics and saving vs. spending, or talking to young adults about credit cards and mortgages, there is no better time than the present to teach your child about money. This blog explores 3 important concepts to teach children the value of money.

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