The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Wednesday, June 5, 2013 | 20 Ask the Professionals SHARON ROEBBELEN Director of Communications and Admissions KING'S CHRISTIAN COLLEGIATE Orthodontist BSc, DDS, MSc, FRCD(C) 2501 Prince Michael Drive. Oakville Dr. Helene Grubisa Q: My child is just finishing Grade 6. Is it too early to start planning for high school? Q: A: I have heard a lot about INVISALIGNTM...what is it? A: Not at all ­ Grade 6 or 7 is the perfect time to consider your high school options. Oakville is home to a wide range of public and independent high schools, and it does take some time to "do your homework". SHOP AROUND: If you are interested in a private or independent school, most schools host Open Houses on Saturdays in October and January. Grade 7 is a good time to visit your top three or four choices. When your child is entering Grade 8, book personal tours of your favourites during school hours. This will give you a first-hand opportunity to see for yourself if the academic, athletic and artistic offerings appeal to you, and if the atmosphere supports your child's learning style. TUITION: Costs vary widely. Some schools offer scholarships and bursaries to assist with tuition expenses, while others offer significant tax benefits, providing a tax receipt for registration fees and portions of the tuition. WHAT TO LOOK FOR: Look for happily engaged teachers and students, and a culture that reflects respect, creativity and academic rigour. Finally, ask parents of teens about their children's high school experiences. Or better yet, ask the teens themselves ­ if they are thriving in a school they love, that's a great sign! InvisalignTM is an orthodontic technique which utilizes a series of clear removable trays to straighten teeth. It is an alternative to traditional metal braces, a less noticeable way to correct crooked or spaced teeth. InvisalignTM is a great option for those who have been apprehensive about traditional braces. With InvisalignTM there are no orthodontic braces or wires. Instead, 3-D computer technology is used to fabricate multiple custom trays to move your teeth. You will wear each aligner for approximately two weeks, removing them only for brushing and eating. With each new aligner, your teeth will move gradually, day by day, week by week, until they have achieved the final alignment that your Align Technology® certified orthodontist has prescribed. Finally, you will have the smile that you have always wanted, and without the "train tracks". Consultations are complimentary at our orthodontic office, with no referral required. At your first visit I will explain the INVISALIGNTM technique and together we can decide if it is the right treatment for you. 4 OUT OF 5 PEOPLE WITH DIABETES DIE OF HEART DISEASE. Better your odds. Visit getserious.ca 528 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W. Oakville ON L6M 4K6 sroebbelen@kingschristian.net · www.kingschristian.ca 905-257-5464 · ext. 508 Call 905.257.7111 to book an appointment. Introducing ducing our our NEW NEW Cereal! C A delicious cereal made of crispy whole grain flakes, crunchy granola bunches with the distinctive taste of Greek Yogurt, and a touch of natural honey. Great coupons at Save.ca (while supplies last) facebook.com/savedotca is a division of