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Creative art projects, world languages and theatrical fun… jump into March with HomeLearners Network!
Creative art projects, world languages and theatrical fun… jump into March with HomeLearners Network!
What if March was the month your child discovered a new language, stitched their own stuffed animal, wrote a mystery play and turned satellite images into art? At HomeLearners Network, learning isn’t one-size-fits-all… it’s creative, hands-on, and driven by curiosity. This month’s activities invite learners to explore theatre, world music, weaving, storytelling, sewing and so much
SelfDesign Learning Community or SelfDesign Home Learning: Which program fits your child best?
SelfDesign Learning Community or SelfDesign Home Learning: Which program fits your child best?
If you’re exploring learning options for your child, you might be looking for something that feels more personalized than the public school approach. Maybe your child learns best through curiosity, conversation, hands-on experiences and real life. Or maybe your family is ready for a learning path that feels more flexible and connected. At SelfDesign, learning is
Find out more info about our 2026 board of director opportunity
Find out more info about our 2026 board of director opportunity
Opportunities - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Opportunities - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Discover opportunities for B.C. certified educators and general contractors within the SelfDesign® Learning Foundation. Educator Opportunities SelfDesign Learning Foundation contracts B.C. certified educators to support learners in the SelfDesign Learning Community, our K-12 online learning program. Educators offer individualized guidance to each learner and family using an approach that fosters learning based
Finding purpose through self-directed learning: Austin’s story
Finding purpose through self-directed learning: Austin’s story
When Austin transitioned from SelfDesign to public school to complete Grades 10–12, and later applied to university, he began to fully understand how deeply his earlier learning experiences at SelfDesign had impacted him. This different way of learning turned out to be a strong foundation, supporting him
From Art to STEAM: February’s learning adventures await
From Art to STEAM: February’s learning adventures await
Our February activities at HomeLearners Network invite children to keep creating and building confidence through hands-on learning experiences that spark imagination and curiosity. Whether they’re crafting their first zine, stitching new life into old clothes, coding in Minecraft or writing their own interactive adventure stories, we love to meet learners where they’re at. From art, journaling and
Visit our website to learn more about SelfDesign!
Visit our website to learn more about SelfDesign!
We are your foundation for personalized and lifelong learning Welcome to SelfDesign Learning Foundation, a charitable organization that is committed to providing innovative and inclusive programs that nurture lifelong learning through continuous discovery and personal growth. We empower learners of all ages to pursue their passions and dive deep into their unique
Learn more about our online K-12 school: SelfDesign Learning Community
Learn more about our online K-12 school: SelfDesign Learning Community
How It Works Our Approach Our Educators Educational Support A school that puts your child at the centre of their learning journey We are a designated independent B.C. Provincial Online Learning School (POLS-I) by the B.C. Ministry of Education and
Check out HomeLearners Network | Online Learning Activities for Kids & Teens
Check out HomeLearners Network | Online Learning Activities for Kids & Teens
HomeLearners Network is a place where kids and teens can explore their unique interests through online Activities that are fun and interactive— learning is an added bonus!
Everyday learning moments: How children learn through life itself - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Everyday learning moments: How children learn through life itself - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
One of the best things about home learning is that learning doesn’t have to follow a rigid schedule or come from textbooks and online programs. In fact, some of the most powerful learning happens in the middle of everyday moments, like baking muffins, walking the dog, writing in a journal, or even playing make-believe. When we
Jump into 2026 with engaging learning activities for your kiddo!
Jump into 2026 with engaging learning activities for your kiddo!
Kick off 2026 with a burst of creativity and fresh inspiration! January’s lineup of HomeLearners Network activities is designed to help your kids try something new, grow their confidence and explore the topics that naturally spark their curiosity. Each session is hands-on and crafted to meet young learners exactly where they’re at, whether that means building
Finding your people: How to build a support network as a home learning parent - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Finding your people: How to build a support network as a home learning parent - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
From animation to dance and coding… fuel your kid’s passions this December!
From animation to dance and coding… fuel your kid’s passions this December!
We're searching for a Chief Executive Officer, Remote/Virtual (British Columbia)
We're searching for a Chief Executive Officer, Remote/Virtual (British Columbia)
How SelfDesign supports 2SLGBTQIA+ youth
How SelfDesign supports 2SLGBTQIA+ youth
When your child is enrolled at SelfDesign® Learning Community (SDLC), they are entering a learning environment where everyone feels seen, safe and respected. For children and families navigating gender identity and sexual orientation topics, SelfDesign offers a robust bank of support and educational resources. These were created and compiled to align with SOGI 123. SOGI 123
Home learning as a lifestyle, not just a school alternative
Home learning as a lifestyle, not just a school alternative
From Minecraft to Mandalas: Fuel your learner’s imagination this November - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
From Minecraft to Mandalas: Fuel your learner’s imagination this November - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Screen time and home learning: Finding a healthy balance - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Screen time and home learning: Finding a healthy balance - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
How SelfDesign supports whole-person learning
How SelfDesign supports whole-person learning
Beyond grades: Redefining success in learning - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Beyond grades: Redefining success in learning - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
RFQ: Video production and editing services
RFQ: Video production and editing services
From curiosity to confidence: Why science fairs are perfect for home learners - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
From curiosity to confidence: Why science fairs are perfect for home learners - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Celebrate fall with fun and skill-building activities this October!
Celebrate fall with fun and skill-building activities this October!
Learner Voice: Why it matters and how we support it
Learner Voice: Why it matters and how we support it
Meet Lee Ann and Walter, our adventurous new HomeLearners Network guides!
Meet Lee Ann and Walter, our adventurous new HomeLearners Network guides!
Learning as a Family: Supporting siblings with different needs
Learning as a Family: Supporting siblings with different needs
September learning adventures: 70+ New activities to spark curiosity!
September learning adventures: 70+ New activities to spark curiosity!
Blog: SelfDesign’s Approach to Inclusive Education
Blog: SelfDesign’s Approach to Inclusive Education
A Guide to Provincial Online learning in BC and Independent POLS
A Guide to Provincial Online learning in BC and Independent POLS
Contract Opportunities - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Contract Opportunities - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Spark creativity this August with hands-on summer camps and activities for kids!
Spark creativity this August with hands-on summer camps and activities for kids!
How to balance freedom and structure in home learning
How to balance freedom and structure in home learning
Why play and creativity are essential for home learning
Why play and creativity are essential for home learning
4 Differences between learning consultants and traditional teachers
4 Differences between learning consultants and traditional teachers
Honouring Indigenous Ways of Knowing at SelfDesign
Honouring Indigenous Ways of Knowing at SelfDesign
A new chapter for SelfDesign's Minecraft legacy
A new chapter for SelfDesign's Minecraft legacy
Avoiding burnout: Self-care tips for home learning parents
Avoiding burnout: Self-care tips for home learning parents
Keep curiosity alive all summer: Fun + creative activities for children this June
Keep curiosity alive all summer: Fun + creative activities for children this June
From top-level youth wrestler to Olympic hopeful, this SelfDesign learner is making strides in youth wrestling
From top-level youth wrestler to Olympic hopeful, this SelfDesign learner is making strides in youth wrestling
How to overcome doubts and imposter syndrome as a home learning parent
How to overcome doubts and imposter syndrome as a home learning parent
Contract Opportunities - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Contract Opportunities - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Grade 10 at SelfDesign: What to expect
Grade 10 at SelfDesign: What to expect
Explore French, physics and tons of fun games this May!
Explore French, physics and tons of fun games this May!
Why traditional education doesn’t work for everyone
Why traditional education doesn’t work for everyone
Reflecting on a year of growth and connection: SelfDesign’s 2024 Community Report
Reflecting on a year of growth and connection: SelfDesign’s 2024 Community Report
Calling SelfDesign’s mathematical minds! Why your learner should join the Gauss Math Contest
Calling SelfDesign’s mathematical minds! Why your learner should join the Gauss Math Contest
Enrol now for the 2025/26 learning year!
Enrol now for the 2025/26 learning year!
Learn more aboutr SelfDesign Learning Community
Learn more aboutr SelfDesign Learning Community
SE Intake. Expression of Interest
SE Intake. Expression of Interest
Top 10 ways to support your child in online learning
Top 10 ways to support your child in online learning
District/Authority Scholarships - Province of British Columbia
District/Authority Scholarships - Province of British Columbia
What it takes to be a home learning parent—and why it’s worth it
What it takes to be a home learning parent—and why it’s worth it
Sign up for the 2025/26 learning year at SelfDesign! Here are key dates to keep in mind!
Sign up for the 2025/26 learning year at SelfDesign! Here are key dates to keep in mind!
Enrol here!
Enrol here!
Blog: How nature nurtures mindfulness in kids
Blog: How nature nurtures mindfulness in kids
Blog: Tailored for success: 5 ways personalized learning makes a difference
Blog: Tailored for success: 5 ways personalized learning makes a difference
March activities at HomeLearners Network!
March activities at HomeLearners Network!
How entrepreneurial skills set kids up for long-term success
How entrepreneurial skills set kids up for long-term success
How one child’s curiosity sparked a 40-year learning movement
How one child’s curiosity sparked a 40-year learning movement
5 ways to get peer-to-peer interaction as a home learner
5 ways to get peer-to-peer interaction as a home learner
February activities for your home learner… stories, songs and so much more!
February activities for your home learner… stories, songs and so much more!
From the classroom to the outdoors: This educator is on a journey to inspire young learners
From the classroom to the outdoors: This educator is on a journey to inspire young learners
SelfDesign’s approach sparked a dream career and a passion for community-supported, learner-centred education in this long-time educator
SelfDesign’s approach sparked a dream career and a passion for community-supported, learner-centred education in this long-time educator
Making SelfDesign even more accessible: Q + A with accessibility consultant Stephen O’Keefe
Making SelfDesign even more accessible: Q + A with accessibility consultant Stephen O’Keefe
“Left! Right! Straight!” Wondertree gave Josh the confidence that his life journey would be worthwhile
“Left! Right! Straight!” Wondertree gave Josh the confidence that his life journey would be worthwhile
SelfDesign receives two commendations during BC Ministry of Education Monitoring Inspection - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
SelfDesign receives two commendations during BC Ministry of Education Monitoring Inspection - SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Kick off the New Year with creative and fun learning activities!
Kick off the New Year with creative and fun learning activities!
This learner took charge of his learning with SelfDesign: Wyatt’s story
This learner took charge of his learning with SelfDesign: Wyatt’s story
Why learning ASL builds communication, empathy and learning skills for kids
Why learning ASL builds communication, empathy and learning skills for kids
Revolutionary project sparked a passion for the environment and a career shaping environmental policy
Revolutionary project sparked a passion for the environment and a career shaping environmental policy
Discover exciting November activities: STEAM, arts & crafts, yoga, theatre and more!
Discover exciting November activities: STEAM, arts & crafts, yoga, theatre and more!
Being a SelfDesign parent
Being a SelfDesign parent
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How to help your kid embrace new beginnings with a growth mindset and goal setting
How to help your kid embrace new beginnings with a growth mindset and goal setting
Freedom and the ability to mix learning and play: Tallisen’s Wondertree story
Freedom and the ability to mix learning and play: Tallisen’s Wondertree story
Check out October learning activities that are great for building confidence and making friends!
Check out October learning activities that are great for building confidence and making friends!
Game On! Grade 12 digital media offering developed in response to learner demand
Game On! Grade 12 digital media offering developed in response to learner demand
40 years of exploring her interests and following her passions: A conversation with Ilana Cameron
40 years of exploring her interests and following her passions: A conversation with Ilana Cameron
Order your t-shirt or hoodie today! (password: scholar)
Order your t-shirt or hoodie today! (password: scholar)
We're Hiring! Digital Content Writer and Internal Communications Specialist
We're Hiring! Digital Content Writer and Internal Communications Specialist
Nicholas Bennett wins his second gold in the 2024 Paralympic Games - www.cbc.ca
Nicholas Bennett wins his second gold in the 2024 Paralympic Games - www.cbc.ca
Thanks to SelfDesign’s support and flexibility, this learner is setting world records in his sport
Thanks to SelfDesign’s support and flexibility, this learner is setting world records in his sport
Blog: Dive into the learning year with exciting activities perfect for your home learner
Blog: Dive into the learning year with exciting activities perfect for your home learner
Faces of SelfDesign: Paul Mackisoc and the Procurement team
Faces of SelfDesign: Paul Mackisoc and the Procurement team
Enrol now for the 2024/25 learning year!
Enrol now for the 2024/25 learning year!
Learn more about SelfDesign Learning Community - our K-12 program!
Learn more about SelfDesign Learning Community - our K-12 program!
Join our Support Services waitlist
Join our Support Services waitlist
Diane Walters: Mentor, curriculum designer and inspiration for many learners
Diane Walters: Mentor, curriculum designer and inspiration for many learners
SelfDesign receives two commendations during BC Ministry of Education Monitoring Inspection
SelfDesign receives two commendations during BC Ministry of Education Monitoring Inspection
How to keep the joy of learning alive this summer
How to keep the joy of learning alive this summer
Blog: Kalev Tait, Virtual High 1993–1997, remembers a tight-knit, supportive community
Blog: Kalev Tait, Virtual High 1993–1997, remembers a tight-knit, supportive community
Blog: SelfDesign learner recognized as Youth Citizen of the Year in her community
Blog: SelfDesign learner recognized as Youth Citizen of the Year in her community
Blog: Summer camps and activities for Home Learners!
Blog: Summer camps and activities for Home Learners!
Blog: Our in-house therapists support learners and families on their SelfDesign journeys
Blog: Our in-house therapists support learners and families on their SelfDesign journeys
Blog: Congratulations to 156 exceptional learners!
Blog: Congratulations to 156 exceptional learners!
Blog: At university and armed with full suite of learning skills
Blog: At university and armed with full suite of learning skills
Blog: SelfDesign scores high with prestigious re-accreditation
Blog: SelfDesign scores high with prestigious re-accreditation
Enrol now for the 2024/25 learning year!
Enrol now for the 2024/25 learning year!
Seeking an Online Grade K-7 Educator for our HomeLearners Network (HLN) program!
Seeking an Online Grade K-7 Educator for our HomeLearners Network (HLN) program!
Waitlist for Support Services
Waitlist for Support Services
Blog:Why mindfulness and meditation are important skills to add to your kid's toolbox
Blog:Why mindfulness and meditation are important skills to add to your kid's toolbox
Blog: SelfDesign uses learner feedback to improve offerings and optimize the learning experience
Blog: SelfDesign uses learner feedback to improve offerings and optimize the learning experience
Blog: 5 benefits of music and movement for kids
Blog: 5 benefits of music and movement for kids
Blog: SelfDesign made learning fun and engaging in every aspect
Blog: SelfDesign made learning fun and engaging in every aspect
Blog: Grade 9 to 12 learners can turn to SelfDesign resource room for extra support in their learning
Blog: Grade 9 to 12 learners can turn to SelfDesign resource room for extra support in their learning
Blog: Learners have many ways to connect with peers and share interests at SelfDesign
Blog: Learners have many ways to connect with peers and share interests at SelfDesign
Say hello to Katie and Steve, our fun and creative new guides!
Say hello to Katie and Steve, our fun and creative new guides!
Sign up for the 2024/25 learning year at SelfDesign! Here are key dates to keep in mind
Sign up for the 2024/25 learning year at SelfDesign! Here are key dates to keep in mind
Download the 2023 Community Report!
Download the 2023 Community Report!
Blog: Exciting camps coming this March for your children!
Blog: Exciting camps coming this March for your children!
Blog: Sarah Graeme, Class of 2013: SelfDesign reignited a love for learning and inspired a career in the arts
Blog: Sarah Graeme, Class of 2013: SelfDesign reignited a love for learning and inspired a career in the arts
Blog: Learning together to help the planet and make the future a better place
Blog: Learning together to help the planet and make the future a better place
What I Love SelfDesign - Video
What I Love SelfDesign - Video
Welcome to our 40th Anniversary Celebration!
Welcome to our 40th Anniversary Celebration!
Blog: This learner was accepted into Canada’s top architecture school
Blog: This learner was accepted into Canada’s top architecture school
Faces of SelfDesign: River Meyer, Longtime member of SelfDesign’s leadership team, stepping back
Faces of SelfDesign: River Meyer, Longtime member of SelfDesign’s leadership team, stepping back
Introducing your awesome new HomeLearners Network guides: Heather and Augusta!
Introducing your awesome new HomeLearners Network guides: Heather and Augusta!
Help us celebrate SelfDesign’s 40th anniversary! Share your SelfDesign memories and stories
Help us celebrate SelfDesign’s 40th anniversary! Share your SelfDesign memories and stories
Enrolment is open now for the 2023/24 learning year!
Enrolment is open now for the 2023/24 learning year!
Learn more about SelfDesign Learning Community
Learn more about SelfDesign Learning Community
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Support Services Waitlist
Contract Opportunities - Apply now!
Contract Opportunities - Apply now!
Support Services @ SelfDesign Learning Foundation
Support Services @ SelfDesign Learning Foundation
HomeLearners Network: Online learning activities for kids
HomeLearners Network: Online learning activities for kids
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