Assisting Children with Changing Schools: A Smooth Transition for Families
Changing schools can be a challenging yet rewarding experience for children and families. Whether transitioning to
Changing schools can be a challenging yet rewarding experience for children and families. Whether transitioning to
Self-directed learning is a powerful approach that empowers children to take control of their own learning
In recent years, the concept of outdoor learning has gained traction as educators and parents alike
Homeschooling provides an opportunity to tailor education to the needs, interests, and pace of each child.
Setting goals is a powerful practice that helps individuals focus their efforts, develop a sense of
Homeschooling can be a rewarding journey for both parents and children, however, maintaining homeschooling motivation and
Starting a school like Open Minds Campus was not something that I envisioned while in high school. At the time, I imagined becoming a computer programmer, possibly for life.
I completed a BCom degree at Wits with an Information Systems major, and then joined the family business in 1990, as was expected of me. I was not very comfortable with this decision, probably because I lacked business, leadership and entrepreneurial skills. The industry didn’t particularly excite me either.
Over those years, I had to learn, and still continue to learn, many other life skills. I had to learn to be self-driven, to persevere, to solve problems and to find my own answers. I also had to learn to be emotionally intelligent, to trust myself and to work with people of all ages.
I began an educational book publishing and distribution company while I was still involved in the family business, and also help start and run a community-based school for 3 years.
It was only when our family began homeschooling in 2004, that the seeds of an alternative school were planted in my mind.
I wanted to start a school that would give students a head-start in life. I wanted them to enjoy the learning experience. I wanted them to choose their own paths in life. I wanted to help them to learn essential life skills while still at school. I wanted them to avoid the mistakes that most of us make when choosing careers and making important decisions.
I wanted them to be entrepreneurial. I wanted them to believe in themselves. I wanted them to stretch themselves to accomplish what was difficult. I wanted students to learn to work together with others that are not necessarily of their own age group. I wanted them to become life-long learners. I always loved tutoring students, and realized that running an alternative school is my dream after all.
An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.
– Benjamin Franklin