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WPL’s resources for early childhood education
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The effectiveness of early childhood education in Ontario is a frequently contested topic among those who have children in what has become known, ominously, as ‘the system.’ With numerous changes to the school system over the last ten years, many parents may feel as if the education system is proving to be too challenging (or…
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Commemorative book benches unveiled at Waterloo Public Library
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Two new “book benches” have found their place at the Waterloo Public Library (WPL) thanks to the heartfelt donation of Frank and Delores Dorscht Steffler. The couple donated the benches as a way to honour the memory of their parents: John and Mary Ann Dorscht and Leander and Rose Steffler. Although they were delivered and…
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Breaking down the fundamentals of Bullet Journalism
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If you’re looking for a new way to stay organized and make memories this school year, you might want to try your hand at bullet journaling. A bullet journal, at its core, is a no-strings-attached way to track your life. It’s a mix of a to-do list, journal, scrapbook, notebook, sketchbook – or whatever else…
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Uncovering the hidden gems in Waterloo
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A new school year beginning means a new round of first years. Whether you’re new to the area or a local, there’s no denying you’re in for a year of new experiences. Which is why, we at The Cord, have elected ourselves to be your helpful guides and together compiled a list of our favourite…
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Waterloo gives the community a walk to remember
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“It’s sort of fun to learn what was here in the past,” Janet Seally, manager of information services and local history at the Waterloo Public Library, said regarding the walking tour of Waterloo Park she led on August 12. Oftentimes, we seem to take our surroundings for granted and we don’t think about local history.…
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