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The Cheryl Lacey Show
Where Curiosity Meets Courage
Where curiosity meets courage. The Cheryl Lacey Show digs into what matters in the search for truth.
Stay curious. Be courageous.
Books and Publishing
Cheryl self-published her first book in her second year of teaching. That book led to the founding of her own publishing company and a contract with Scholastic USA. She later became Managing Editor of Classroom magazine for Scholastic Australia.
Her work combining publishing and education includes:
Founding publisher and editor of national magazine Talking Kids - for parents of children aged 5-18
Founding editor of Practically Primary, the in-house magazine of the Australian Literacy Educators' Association. It has now been in circulation for more than 30 years
Author of 3 book series Active Readers - Tools and Strategies for comprehension for Curriculum Corporation (now Education Services Australia)
Publisher of 11 book series Every Teacher’s Toolbox
Publisher of Individual titles
Today, she continues to write and mentor educators who want to share their philosophy of education with others.
This book is for you if you’re a parent, a grandparent or anyone who has family attending school. This book, or should I say, your book, is all about one major lesson. Scribble and sketch, circle and highlight as you read. When you reach the end, taking the lead in your children’s education will be a breeze.
Sharpen your pencil and let’s get started.
Foreword by Geoffrey Blainey AC: Cheryl Lacey, a Melbourne consultant in education, ponders this vital question: however effective are schools? This stimulating discussion-book is studded with suggestions and proposed remedies. One of the book’s messages is that the teacher is the all-important. The capable, enthusiastic teacher is amongst the nation’s greatest assets.
Wow! What a great quote Cheryl: ‘It would seem that human rights have outweighed what it is to be a responsible human.’
Mel Philips, Enhanced Educational Solutions
When children become adults, earn an income, and begin to contribute successfully to society, how much of their success can be attributed to schools and how much to parents and others of influence?
Developing leadership potential, knowing how to compete and win, or lose graciously – provided the competition is fair – and learning to pick themselves up, and go on, are essential learning experiences – part of life’s journey for young people.
Is a school responsible for providing these learning experiences?
This question, and many more, must be answered.
You are sincerely thanked for opening minds with these thought starters. You have also introduced unfamiliar words that need scrutiny and discussion.
Charryce Nixon-Luke - Researcher
If you are a practising teacher The Ultimate Parent Teacher Interview: A Guide for Australian Teachers is a resource you will want to have on your desk.
The Ultimate Parent Teacher Interview: A Guide for Australian Teachers looks closely at the dynamics of the relationship between families and educators focusing on:
• The changing role of parents in education
• Communication about curriculum content and delivery
• Building productive relationships with parents
• Helping parents make well-informed contributions to the school community
• Your role as teacher, and the services you provide
• Meaningful interviews with parents
The Ultimate Parent Teacher Interview: A Guide for Australian Teachers is packed with information and practical hints that make sense for teachers in twenty-first century Australian schools.
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Hard hitting and provocative. A must read for teachers and educators who are willing to think.
Charles Kovess, Kovess International
Your Children
TAKE THE LEAD ON THEIR EDUCATION
For your children...
Being students is one part of life. Schools have value and teachers are important. Being your children is for all of life.
Your role as parent is supremely valuable and important all of the time.
Not everything that happens at home is the school's concern.
Everything that happens to your children at school is your concern. You can be the voice for change; you can make a difference.
They are... Your Children Take the Lead on Their Education.
TESTIMONIAL
Cheryl’s writing is forthright, concise and relatable. Her ability to combine knowledge, practicality and empathy makes this book an invaluable resource and a testament to her impact and influence.
Her unwavering commitment to excellence is evident as she offers practical advice, real-life examples and actionable steps that resonate on a personal level and make for informative and thought-provoking reading.
She creates a sense of camaraderie and offers authentic support and encouragement for parents who are navigating the complex and often dense landscape of education.
This book is not just an educational resource. It is a transformative and invaluable tool that empowers parents to take the lead, with confidence, and be responsible advocates for their children’s education.
Colleen Harkin, National Manager and Research Fellow, Institute of Public Affairs (Melbourne, Australia)
Today's parents want informed and active involvement in their children's education. If you have a school-age child, The Ultimate Parent Teacher Interview: A Guide for Australian Parents is a 'must-read'.
The book examines the crucial relationship between parents and schools. The strong message is that parents should exercise choice, and be a voice in their children's education.