That task of choosing a beneficiary for your estate can be daunting – who will receive what, who will benefit the most? On the other hand, many people name their spouse as their beneficiary, leaving their spouse with the task of distributing the wealth of the estate after their passing. When deciding on who will inherit your estate after you pass, consider these 5 key points. 1. Where do I start? Begin with a list of your immediate family; spouse, children, siblings, parents. Take into consideration anyone who depends on you to provide for them financially and who will need your financial support later in life. Your spouse and children are the first choice for many. And although you might think your parents are likely to pass before you, you might want to plan for them to benefit from your estate to cover health and retirement costs. 2. More than...
Valentine’s Day is only days away and we’ve got a hankering for pink, sparkles and hearts. The heart-filled day is known mostly for roses, chocolate, and romantic dates. But in our classrooms Valentine’s Day is about showing appreciation for everyone we care about. Here are a few ideas to get students seeing through heart-shaped glasses (literally! We have a craft for that!). Valentine’s Day Boxes - Before you begin crafting and writing cards, start with a fun decorative exercise! Decorate boxes for students to collect the cards they receive from their friends. With all these imaginative options, every box has its Heart Stamps - This DIY heart stamp tutorial is as easy as it gets, all you need is a toilet paper roll and tape! Heart-Shaped Glasses - See the world through the eyes of love! Decorate these fun glasses and then take goofy pictures wearing them with your...
Attention: This scholarship is now closed Teachers Life is providing scholarships for two (2) students to attend Me to We’s Take Action Camp this summer. Me to We’s Take Action Camp brings together classic camp activities like campfires, outdoor games and talent shows with hands-on leadership training—the perfect combination of fun and inspiration! Campers will delve deep into important social issues, gain public speaking skills, volunteer at a local organization and get mentor-ship from our expert leadership facilitators. We are looking for students who are active volunteers Winners can pick the week the go to camp Teachers Life will pay for transportation from Toronto to the campsite in Bethany, Ontario Winners will share their experience of the camp with Teachers Life Members after they attend For more information: 2014 Take Action Brochure - Jan 14 2014-15 Ontario Take Action Camp - One Pager Criteria: Submission deadline is March 25, 2015...
It’s that time of year when report cards are finalized and it sort of feels like winter will never end. Being a teacher and an educator means that your focus is often on the ones you teach, which is such a joy! That said, it’s quite common at this time of the year in any profession to feel the need to take a step back and reflect, as well as enjoy some downtime and regroup with some great peers. This is why we’ve decided to throw a party, one you can attend from the comfort of your own home! On Thursday, February 12th, we will be working with two social media savvy educators, Sherrie Mae (@SherrieMae23) who is a Vice Principal and a blogger, and Amy (@ClassCollect), who is a teacher and also blogs. Are you new to the Twitter Chat concept? It’s easy! Simply follow us on Twitter at @TeachersLifeCAN,...
