WNET Β· Event Recap

🌟 A Wonderful Afternoon of Learning Together

The TCSI Women's Network hosted an open, parent-focused discussion on the new school year β€” and what our children, and we as parents, should know to support them.

Posted by the TCSI Women's Network (WNET)

What a wonderful and insightful afternoon it was! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday, August 29 for our "Smooth Sailing in School" info session β€” a school-focused discussion for parents, students, and caregivers. It was a wonderful opportunity for parents to come together, ask questions, share experiences, and gain valuable insights into what our kids should know β€” and what we, as parents, should know to better support them.

What made the session truly special is that it wasn't a formal speech, but an open and engaging discussion β€” a space where parents could ask questions, share concerns, and learn directly from the experiences of our wonderful mentors. That warm, conversational format is exactly what WNET is about: connecting, learning, and supporting one another as a community.

🌷 Our speakers & mentors

A very special thank you to these educators for generously sharing their knowledge and experience:

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    Diane McNamara Retired Westhill High School Teacher, Chemistry Department
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    Subhalakshmi Pandalai Head of the IT Department, J.M. Wright Technical High School
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    Rajalakshmi Sundarrajan Teacher at Hart Magnet School

Their insights, guidance, and willingness to answer every question made the session incredibly valuable for everyone in the room. And a big thank you to all the parents who showed up, participated, asked questions, and made the discussion so meaningful β€” you are what made the afternoon special.

πŸ“š What we talked about

The conversation covered the topics that matter most as our children move through school:

  • Magnet school lottery
  • Parent-teacher conferences
  • Course selections in middle & high school
  • AP and honors grading
  • High school graduation
  • …and other important topics

We're so glad you could be part of it and benefit from the conversation. Looking ahead, we're excited to create more opportunities like this for our community to connect, learn, and support our children together. πŸ“šβœ¨

Want to be part of the next one? WNET events are open to all women in the TCSI community. Reach out to get involved and hear about upcoming gatherings.