HomeLearners Network launches this October!
Introducing the HomeLearners Network - a community that supports children, youth and adults with online activities that inspire, empower and foster passion-driven learning.
Familiar faces in new roles: Meet our Educational Leadership team
As we expand the educational programs offered by SelfDesign Learning Foundation, the team that leads these programs has undergone some changes.
Seven SelfDesign learners receive provincial scholarships in 2021
Join us in congratulating the learners from our Class of 2021 who received school district/school authority scholarships this year.
Temporary paid time off for COVID-19 related issues
Organizations like SelfDesign can now take advantage of WorkSafeBC’s short-term coverage of up to three days covering pay shortfalls related to COVID-19, such as having symptoms, self-isolating and waiting for a test result. You can read WorkSafeBC’s announcement about this [...]
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.
COVID-19 and Communicable Disease Safety Protocols Update
In June 2021, the provincial health officer issued a statement on transitioning from a COVID-19 safety plan to communicable disease prevention. In keeping with directives from the provincial health officer, the Ministry of Education, and WorkSafeBC, SelfDesign has transitioned from [...]
Daily Health Check
SelfDesign Contractors, SEAs, and PSPs On July 1, 2021, the provincial health officer lifted the order requiring daily health checks. However, we encourage all contractors to continue to be vigilant in assessing their well-being before conducting SelfDesign work in-person, and [...]
SelfDesign’s approach fosters love for learning and helps learners prepare for life challenges
These two SelfDesign learners are prepared to balance achievement, a love for learning and mental health as they start university with two scholarships each.
New York City and beyond: Passion, drive and a pandemic shaped this SelfDesign learner’s grade 10 to 12 years
From training with the Joffrey Ballet School in New York to pursuing a degree in science, this learner made the most of her high school years with SelfDesign.
Learners help their peers transition to SelfDesign’s grade 10 to 12 program
At SelfDesign’s Learner Council Welcome to Grade 10 Campfire, learners answered questions, addressed key concerns, and shared information and learners’ insights about what to expect in grade 10.