SelfDesign Guidance Centre helps prepare learners for life after grade 12
Join us in congratulating the learners from our Class of 2021 who received school district/school authority scholarships this year.
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05, 2022
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05, 2022
Support for mental health is integrated through many aspects of SelfDesign
During this week, Mental Health Week, the focus is on how we support the mental wellbeing of our learners, families, educators and contractors.
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04, 2022
Pink with Pride: SelfDesign works to further acceptance, inclusion and support of all nuances of gender identity within our community
On International Day for Pink, we’re proud to ally with our LGBTAQ2S+ community members and stand up against discrimination and bullying
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03, 2022
Supporting mental health is a priority at SelfDesign
When difficult events occur, SelfDesign works to support the mental health and wellbeing of our learners, families, educators and contractors.
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10, 2021
SelfDesign is committed to diversity and inclusiveness
Acceptance and support for all facets of diversity is woven into every aspect of our organization and programs.
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09, 2021
This learner on the autism spectrum is enrolled in college to follow his passion
With support and a personalized approach to learning, Thomas finished high school with SelfDesign and is starting college in September.
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05, 2021
Supporting health, safety and wellness across the SelfDesign community
It’s National Occupational Health and Safety Week, but at SelfDesign, we consider the health, safety and wellness of all members of our community a priority every day of the year. We understand that when we feel our best, we can do our best. We know that collaborating with our community to support its overall wellbeing will help us to continue delivering what we consider to be the best educational opportunities available to learners in B.C.
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04, 2021
SelfDesign support providers help learners and families meet their learning goals
At SelfDesign Learning Community, we provide services for all learners who need additional support to maximize their learning opportunities. Our learning consultants, who are all BC certified educators, work with learners, families and SelfDesign’s Family Services team to identify and support each learner’s individual needs.
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12, 2020
Keeping learners safe online is a team effort
Although many families spend much of their time learning at home and in their community, when SelfDesign learners do use technology for learning, we take their online safety very seriously.
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11, 2020
A supportive approach to learning: Meet SelfDesign Counsellor Franya Jedwab
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we talked to SelfDesign Counsellor Franya Jedwab about what she does as part of the Family Services team. Having been a SelfDesign parent, Franya understands what is involved in learning at home and in the community, and draws on that to help support learners and families as a counsellor.