On March 29, 2021 the Provincial Health Officer issued extensive public health measures, to be in effect until April 19. Part of that guidance includes recommendations for temporary changes to mask use in school settings. Effective immediately, all families, contractors [...]
Six key values – lifelong learning, relationships, innovation, integrity, accountability and quality – guide all that SelfDesign does as we strive to support learners and families on their own learning journeys throughout their lives.
SelfDesign Learning Community has unique ways of meeting the Ministry of Education guidelines for communicating student learning. We approach assessing, documenting and reporting on learning through a series of learning communications.
Genius Hour brings learners together to show and talk about what they’re doing in their learning lives, ask questions, share ideas and deepen their understanding of the notion of “genius.”
SelfDesign’s personalized learning program provides learners with the same credentials that any B.C. school offers. Learners can apply to post-secondary institutions and work towards professional careers – and are better prepared for taking responsibility for their own learning.
On February 4, the B.C. government announced that based on the latest evidence and a review of school exposures to date in B.C., the Provincial Health Officer and the B.C. Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) have updated their public health [...]
SelfDesign's student council has accomplished a great deal to bridge the gap between learners and the organization. In this interview, council President Samayyah talks about her approach to leadership for the 2020/21 school year.
Director of Organizational Learning & Culture, River Meyer, shares how parents can practice self care to keep themselves healthy amidst the difficulties of the pandemic.
Until a few years ago, SelfDesign enrolled learners from around the world in its global program. The parent of one of those learners talks about her daughter’s SelfDesign experience.
Our 2020 Community Report shares our achievements and activities, as well as our responses to last year’s unique challenges.
