Avoiding burnout: Self-care tips for home learning parents

The home learning lifestyle is definitely an adjustment. Some home learning days whizz by, loaded with laughter, curiosity and enthusiasm. Others can feel more challenging, especially if the parent/guardian is stretched thin. It takes time to find your rhythm. But [...]

2025-06-04T09:18:11-07:00June 4th, 2025|Parents/Guardians, Our Approach, Resources|

From top-level youth wrestler to Olympic hopeful, this SelfDesign learner is making strides in youth wrestling

Most high-school-level wrestlers join a school team. At SelfDesign, Tristen Beaudry is the team. As the only wrestler representing the SelfDesign® Learning Community team created specifically for him, Tristen proves that not even politics or injury can hold him back [...]

2025-05-21T13:00:16-07:00May 21st, 2025|Our Approach, Resources, Learner Stories|

How to overcome doubts and imposter syndrome as a home learning parent

If you’ve ever doubted your choices and abilities as a home-learning parent, you are not alone! For many parents, choosing home learning for their children is an exciting decision—one full of possibilities, freedom and flexibility. But alongside that excitement, many [...]

2025-05-21T10:20:14-07:00May 14th, 2025|Our Approach|

Grade 10 at SelfDesign: What to expect

Grade 10 at SelfDesign is an exciting milestone! It’s a chance for learners to dive deeper into their interests, connect with a community of like-minded peers, and take more ownership of their learning journeys. While the transition from Grade 9 [...]

2025-06-10T12:59:05-07:00May 7th, 2025|Parents/Guardians, Our Approach|

Why traditional education doesn’t work for everyone

With so many different learning styles, it's no wonder that some children don’t connect very well with traditional schooling. Classrooms, structured schedules, a one-size-fits-all curriculum and assessments focused on memorization don’t always work for every learner. Some children thrive in [...]

2025-05-06T09:35:17-07:00April 23rd, 2025|Featured-Blog, Our Approach|

Top 10 ways to support your child in online learning

The online learning journey for home learning parents and guardians can feel daunting at first, but there is so much support for parents/guardians as they navigate it with their child. Perhaps the biggest asset you have as a parent/guardian is [...]

2025-05-06T09:36:24-07:00April 9th, 2025|Featured-Blog, Our Approach|

What it takes to be a home learning parent—and why it’s worth it

Nikki Kenyon’s path to SelfDesign® Learning Community began before her children were old enough to go to school. As a trained BC-certified educator, she was already working with SelfDesign when her first daughter was ready for kindergarten. But even then, [...]

2025-04-09T15:59:06-07:00March 19th, 2025|Featured-Blog, Our Approach|

Sign up for the 2025/26 learning year at SelfDesign! Here are key dates to keep in mind

Enrolment season is here! Whether you are re-enrolling, transferring programs, or joining us for the first time, here are the key dates to keep in mind. SelfDesign® Learning Community Online K-12 Program Returning learners: Re-enrolment for 2025/26 is now open [...]

2025-04-02T12:15:44-07:00March 12th, 2025|News, Our Approach|

How nature nurtures mindfulness in kids

In our increasingly digital world, kids are constantly processing and navigating streams of information. While the digital age has opened up information sharing, communication and broken down geographical barriers, it has also led to a decline in mindfulness. With entertainment [...]

2025-04-02T12:17:17-07:00March 12th, 2025|Our Approach|

Tailored for success: 5 ways personalized learning makes a difference

In an environment geared towards personalized learning, children take the lead to create their own unique blueprint for learning. Their learning path is built around their unique interests, curiosities and passions—allowing them to stay engaged and excited about discovery. Learning [...]

2025-04-09T15:54:42-07:00March 5th, 2025|Our Approach|
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