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SUMMARY:English 101
DESCRIPTION:This four day workshop is designed to give students in grades 8-10 ongoing English and writing support\, so they don’t lose their momentum. Students will learn essential skills to improve their writing and build on these fundamentals to become more confident and better equipped to deal with any writing task they may encounter throughout high school and ensure they don’t backslide. Materials will be provided. \nEach student will leave with a better understanding of different essay writing genres and expectations. Students are encouraged to join all days of each session.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/english-101-8-28/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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SUMMARY:Business Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re looking for an opportunity to prep for business school or just want to learn more about the ever-changing business landscape… \nThis 4-day interactive boot camp will introduce students to fundamental business skills and tools needed to succeed in the 21stcentury. Focusing on key areas in Entrepreneurship\, Digital Marketing\, E-Commerce\, and ‘Perfecting Your Pitch’\, students will: \n\nLearn the underlying principles of starting a business\nUse social media\, Ads Manager\, and more to apply digital marketing strategies\nGet familiar with key e-commerce platforms (Shopify\, Squarespace\, etc..); understand the basics of how\, when\, and where to use them\nPractice delivering the ‘perfect pitch’ and develop effective communication strategies for business and for life\nTake part in collaborative group work and interactive games\n\nExtra-curricular bonus alert: all students who complete the boot camp will be provided with a certificate of completion and can use the course for reference purposes when applying to university.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/business-boot-camp-8-28/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:English 101
DESCRIPTION:This four day workshop is designed to give students in grades 8-10 ongoing English and writing support\, so they don’t lose their momentum. Students will learn essential skills to improve their writing and build on these fundamentals to become more confident and better equipped to deal with any writing task they may encounter throughout high school and ensure they don’t backslide. Materials will be provided. \nEach student will leave with a better understanding of different essay writing genres and expectations. Students are encouraged to join all days of each session.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/english-101-8-29/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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UID:13444-1724925600-1724936400@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Business Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re looking for an opportunity to prep for business school or just want to learn more about the ever-changing business landscape… \nThis 4-day interactive boot camp will introduce students to fundamental business skills and tools needed to succeed in the 21stcentury. Focusing on key areas in Entrepreneurship\, Digital Marketing\, E-Commerce\, and ‘Perfecting Your Pitch’\, students will: \n\nLearn the underlying principles of starting a business\nUse social media\, Ads Manager\, and more to apply digital marketing strategies\nGet familiar with key e-commerce platforms (Shopify\, Squarespace\, etc..); understand the basics of how\, when\, and where to use them\nPractice delivering the ‘perfect pitch’ and develop effective communication strategies for business and for life\nTake part in collaborative group work and interactive games\n\nExtra-curricular bonus alert: all students who complete the boot camp will be provided with a certificate of completion and can use the course for reference purposes when applying to university.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/business-boot-camp-8-29/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240907T110000
DTSTAMP:20261028T013418
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SUMMARY:Back to School Study Skills
DESCRIPTION:This intensive study skills session is designed to help students be academically prepared for their educational futures. \nThe session is an instructional as well as practical\, hands-on work session. It is offered at the start of the school term to help students thrive. Students will leave the workshop armed with the knowledge\, skills\, strategies\, and reference material required to prepare them for academic success. They will also leave the workshop with a concrete understanding of their own executive functioning strengths and weaknesses and with an individualized plan to help them succeed in academic environments.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/back-to-school-study-skills-9-7/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240908T100000
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SUMMARY:Canadian Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This intensive preparation will help students understand and tackle the Canadian admissions process. The goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to get a head start. \nTopics will include:  \n\nComprehensive overview of the Canadian admissions process \nIntroduction to university or college – choosing a major\, minor\, or concentration \nFinding a field of study & matching a field of study to the best post-secondary options \nExploration of the curriculum covered in expected major \nFactors to consider when choosing a university (location\, size\, class size\, access to services\, etc.) \nIntroduction to essay writing and supplement applications \nExtra-curricular summary \nGenerating individualized timelines \nGrade 12 academic goal setting\n\nThis session runs from 10am to 1pm then 2pm to 5pm with a one-hour break in between.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/canadian-admissions-boot-camp-9-8/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:workshop
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SUMMARY:Intro to Supplement Writing
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students who are entering grade 12 to the writing components for Canadian applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the typical essay and supplemental writing prompts required by major Canadian universities and programs. During this presentation\, session leaders will also provide writing and time management strategies and sample essays from previous years’ successful applications. Students will then be given time to brainstorm and engage in practice writing exercises. Options Solutions writing coaches will give students one-on-one feedback on their drafts. \nBeginning the application process early will give students the opportunity to make the most productive use of their summer and enter grade 12 with more clarity and direction.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/intro-to-supplement-writing-9-14/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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UID:13438-1726308000-1726315200@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:University Executive Functioning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The transition from high school to university can be challenging. This interactive course is designed to arm students with the knowledge and reference material required for post-secondary success. The three-hour workshop is instructional as well as practical; students will set achievable goals and create a variety of supplementary schedules. They will also review work and recreation balance\, time-management strategies\, and test-taking skills. This workshop is scheduled to get students organized before their first round of mid-term exams and assignments. \n\n\nTopics will include: \n\nGoal setting Important deadlines\nReview of post-secondary course expectations and online portals\nDaily schedules\nExam-study schedules\nGeneral term weekly schedules\nStrategies for managing procrastination\nHow to study efficiently\, save time\, and do well academically\n\n\nThis is meant to be a Step Two to How to Rock First Semester\, but all students are welcome. \n\n\nPlease bring your course syllabi\, list of deadlines and due dates\, and school academic schedule to the workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/university-executive-functioning-workshop-9-14/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T130000
DTSTAMP:20261028T013418
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T192710Z
UID:13499-1726912800-1726923600@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Video Interview Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session prepares students for the video interview components of university applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the main components of video interview requirements\, as well as a practical guide for successfully completing those videos. During the session\, students will learn how to answer typical interview questions and have the opportunity to tackle some sample questions as a group. They will then practice in pairs and give each other feedback\, as well as record their responses for analysis. Programs that require the video interview include Commerce at UBC\, the University of Toronto\, and York University\, as well as Engineering at the University of Toronto and the University of Waterloo. \nThe workshop covers topics such as: \n\nbody language and appearance\ntechnical set-up\ncoping strategies for nerves\ntips on answering prompts
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/video-interview-workshop-9-21/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240928T120000
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UID:13373-1727514000-1727524800@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to Supplement Writing - Business Specific
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students who are entering grade 12 to the writing components for Canadian applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the typical essay and supplemental writing prompts required by major Canadian universities and programs. During this presentation\, session leaders will also provide writing and time management strategies and sample essays from previous years’ successful applications. Students will then be given time to brainstorm and engage in practice writing exercises. Options Solutions writing coaches will give students one-on-one feedback on their drafts. \nBeginning the application process early will give students the opportunity to make the most productive use of their summer and enter grade 12 with more clarity and direction.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-9-28/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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