top of page

Hi, I'm Jane.

To me, nothing is more exciting than seeing a student achieve personal success.

Kids can accomplish anything in a “best fit” academic program. With a sense of belonging, and inspiration from like-minded peers and mentors, students accomplish anything they set their minds to — I've seen it first hand!

As an Educational Consultant & Strategist, I'm passionate about helping kids thrive, academically and personally.

My mission is to help students find their "best fit," and their gifts. Over twenty-five years in my roles as teacher, coach, guidance counsellor, school administrator, volunteer, and parent have taught me ways to encourage perseverance, good work habits, self-efficacy and self-advocacy in kids -- among other things.

- Jane Kristoffy BA., BEd., MEd., OCT.

Credentials

Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Education, and a Master of Education from the Ontario Institute of Studies in Education.
Specialist qualifications in Guidance Counselling & Physical and Health Education, and Principals’ Qualifications.
Member, in good standing, of the Ontario College
of Teachers.
Experienced teacher, coach, guidance counsellor, administrator, and parent volunteer, since 1993.
Working part-time in the elementary public and independent school systems, maintaining a ‘finger-on- the-pulse.”
Parent of children in the system, which provides another valuable perspective.

Hi, I'm Jane.

To me, nothing is more exciting than seeing a student achieve personal success.

Kids can accomplish anything in a “best fit” academic program. With a sense of belonging, and inspiration from like-minded peers and mentors, students accomplish anything they set their minds to — I've seen it first hand!

As an Educational Consultant & Strategist, I'm passionate about helping kids thrive, academically and personally.

My mission is to help students find their "best fit," and their gifts. Over twenty-five years in my roles as teacher, coach, guidance counsellor, school administrator, volunteer, and parent have taught me ways to encourage perseverance, good work habits, self-efficacy and self-advocacy in kids -- among other things.

- Jane Kristoffy BA., BEd., MEd., OCT.

Credentials

Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Education, and a Master of Education from the Ontario Institute of Studies in Education.
Specialist qualifications in Guidance Counselling & Physical and Health Education, and Principals’ Qualifications.
Member, in good standing, of the Ontario College
of Teachers.
Experienced teacher, coach, guidance counsellor, administrator, and parent volunteer, since 1993.
Working part-time in the elementary public and independent school systems, maintaining a ‘finger-on- the-pulse.”
Parent of children in the system, which provides another valuable perspective.

Hi, I'm Jane.

To me, nothing is more exciting than seeing a student achieve personal success.

Kids can accomplish anything in a “best fit” academic program. With a sense of belonging, and inspiration from like-minded peers and mentors, students accomplish anything they set their minds to — I've seen it first hand!

As an Educational Consultant & Strategist, I'm passionate about helping kids thrive, academically and personally.

My mission is to help students find their "best fit," and their gifts. Over twenty-five years in my roles as teacher, coach, guidance counsellor, school administrator, volunteer, and parent have taught me ways to encourage perseverance, good work habits, self-efficacy and self-advocacy in kids -- among other things.

- Jane Kristoffy BA., BEd., MEd., OCT.

Credentials

Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Education, and a Master of Education from the Ontario Institute of Studies in Education.
Specialist qualifications in Guidance Counselling & Physical and Health Education, and Principals’ Qualifications.
Member, in good standing, of the Ontario College
of Teachers.
Experienced teacher, coach, guidance counsellor, administrator, and parent volunteer, since 1993.
Working part-time in the elementary public and independent school systems, maintaining a ‘finger-on- the-pulse.”
Parent of children in the system, which provides another valuable perspective.

Search

Jane Kristoffy
- Aug 24, 2022

What to Expect When You Start University

Heading to university? Here’s a list of things to expect when you take this exciting life step.

(I recently interviewed some students who are headed back for second year. These are their comments for you, future frosh:)

CHALLENGES YOU’LL FACE

more independence.
tons of reading — more than you can imagine!
more homework.
no tutor / professor followup.
optional attendance: it’s up to you to go to class, and it will be tempting to skip.
more distractions.
it’s harder to stand out: you may be a “small fish in a big pond” for the first time in your school life.
there’s a feeling of anonymity in the large classes.
no constraints in your life: no curfew! no rules!

POSITIVES YOU’LL ENJOY

more independence.
fewer assignments per class per term / semester.
you’re an adult now, free to make your own decisions about your life.
there’s a large and interesting course selection.ample opportunities to meet new friends.
social events and opportunities are abundant.
school day and classes may be shorter.
in your courses / program, you likely will meet “birds of a feather,” like-minded peers.
it’s harder to stand out: you may be a “small fish in a big pond” for the first time in your schooling.
there’s a feeling in class of anonymity.
no constraints in your life: no curfew! no rules!

OTHER CHANGES

class sizes vary
class formats vary
teaching styles of instructors and professors vary
you need to think critically
you need to push yourself and take initiative.

TIPS FOR YOUR TRANSITION TO THIS EXCITING NEW PHASE:

Whatever you do, make sure you do the following:
put yourself “out there.”pace yourself.
know there will be changes in your life in many ways.
be prepared for bumps. They are inevitable!
ask for help when needed, from teachers, peers, and parents.
don’t be afraid to mess up / fail. Just get up and try again.
be aware of and seek support when you need it: from your residence don, tutors/instructors/professors, student services counsellors, student health professionals.
ASK FOR HELP AND SUPPORT WHEN YOU NEED IT. You will need it. And that’s ok.

Have fun and enjoy this amazing time of life. Your university experience will be what you make it!

Best wishes for a smooth transition and start!

bottom of page