SelfDesign: Where learners are encouraged to dream and wonder
Personalized learning supported this learner’s curiosity-driven learning journey.
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11, 2021
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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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10, 2021
Faces of SelfDesign: Meet Family Services’ new team lead, Todd Butler
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Todd Butler, the new team lead for SelfDesign Family Services, talks about what the team does to support learners and families and his own SelfDesign experience.
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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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08, 2021
Three core beliefs underpin all that we do at SelfDesign
Our model, philosophy and approach to learning are based on a suite of key beliefs about learning, how it happens, and what best fosters it.
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07, 2021
Faced with a pandemic, this learner found another way to follow his passions
His speaking engagements were cancelled, so this learner decided to reach out to people by writing a cookbook to share his favourite recipes.
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05, 2021
Staying true to your core values and your child’s needs in the face of family resistance
Long-time SelfDesign educator Jennifer Engracio shares tips to help parents deal with family resistance to their and their child’s chosen learning path.
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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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02, 2021
SelfDesign learner’s council provides unique skill-building opportunities for learners
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.
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01, 2021
The struggle is real: A SelfDesign learner writes about the importance of self-care among young people during the pandemic
SelfDesign learner Alyssa shares her insights into the challenges she and her peers are facing during the pandemic.