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SUMMARY:Thriving in an Online Environment
DESCRIPTION:This two-hour workshop is designed to give students an introduction to how they can thrive in their new online environment\, so they are better able to approach this learning opportunity with the knowledge and skills necessary for success. Students will learn essential strategies to help them make the best use of their executive functioning skills as their classes move online. Materials will be provided. \nThis workshop will cover: \n\nSetting up a study space\nPlanning work/study time\nUsing agendas/calendars\nDigital note-taking\nDigital organization\nOnline resources\nStress management\nOnline studying strategies
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/thriving-in-an-online-environment/2020-04-04/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:english workshop,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200422T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T214912Z
UID:5936-1587578400-1587585600@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:English 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These weekly two-hour workshops are designed to give students in grades 9-11 ongoing English and writing support\, so they don’t lose their momentum due to online learning. Students will learn essential skills to improve their writing and build on these fundamentals each week 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. \nThis course will cover: \n\nActive reading and annotations\nPlanning and outlining\nEssay organization\nAnalytical essay writing\nSynthesis essay writing\nResearch essay writing\nWriting creatively\nEditing\n\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-workshop/2020-04-22/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:english workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
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SUMMARY:Intro to University Level Writing
DESCRIPTION:Grade 12 students heading to post-secondary programs in the social sciences\, humanities\, arts\, sciences\, and business will be expected to have the skills necessary to write at the university level next year. However\, the quarter-system and other alternative school schedules have made it difficult for students to develop and hone these skills. \nThis course prepares students bound for post-secondary for the challenges of writing for different disciplines at the university level. It discusses strategies for successful research\, critical thinking\, and writing while giving students a chance to practice these skills and receive individualized feedback. Materials will be provided. \nWhat do students have to say?\n“I liked that the instructor provided good examples for us to fully understand what was expected of us and that there was the perfect balance of freedom to pick a topic but enough structure to help actually get started.” \n**The session will be interactive and dynamic. Students are encouraged to attendall sessions as each day will build on the next.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/intro-to-university-level-writing/2020-05-05/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:english workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200427T195451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T195612Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating the New Normal (Grade 12's)
DESCRIPTION:Options Solutions has loved being a part of your grade 12 year. We recognize what is traditionally a time for celebration is now a time filled with mixed emotions and uncertainty.With so much unknown\, it is hard for families to make decisions about the future. For our grade 12 students\, there is a certain precariousness about the normal process of selecting a post-secondary institution\, choosing a residence\, and exploring courses for the 20-21 academic year. There is even more stress when we consider that summer jobs/programs/volunteering may all be up in the air. \n  \nAt Options\, we excel at motivating others\, promoting actionable steps\, and mining the good. Join our founder\, Melinda Giampietro\, for an open discussion about the state of post-secondary admission and information about how to help your teen navigate the next few months. We will explore all the possibilities for fall 2020. With her usual optimism and humour\, Melinda will also share practical tips to navigate this non-traditional end to the grade 12 year.There will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end. While this discussion is targeted towards grade 12 Options families\, please feel free to pass this link on to all grade 12 families you feel may benefit. \nPlease register here: \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/500635538384540685 \n  \nComments from our Grade 11 presentation: \n“Melinda put on a terrific session – very informative with good action items\, and being in a bubble\, its nice to know what others are doing out with their grade 11 kids. Thank you for hosting it.” \n“Thank you Melinda for being there for us. Listening to you speak last night was incredibly helpful and reassuring. You armed us with very practical and useful strategies and tips for not just coping\, but on adapting and coming out stronger through a crisis. After we listened to you\, we took our kids through a summary of what you talked about- and discussed what we were doing right\, and what we could do better.”
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/navigating-the-new-normal-grade-12s/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200623T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200623T180000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200121T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T154012Z
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SUMMARY:US Admissions Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions\nprocess. The goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the\napplication process and to kick start the process in June\, continuing with group work\nsessions throughout the summer. Students will leave the June boot camp with a solid\nstart to the Common Application and other applications. Students are encouraged to\nattend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable. \nGet a jumpstart on your US applications! \nTopics covered include: \nComprehensive overview and simulation of the US admissions process \nGenerating individualized timelines and\naccounts \nThe Common Application \nActivities list and data entry \nEssay writing \nUniversity of California Personal Statements \nRequesting Letters of Recommendation \n  \nPlease bring a laptop to each session and a list of US universities you plan to apply to.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/us-admissions-bootcamp/2020-06-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200707T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200707T130000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200415T163915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200514T234028Z
UID:6063-1594119600-1594126800@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to University Level Writing
DESCRIPTION:This course prepares university-bound students for the challenges of writing for different disciplines at the post-secondary level. The course will discuss strategies for successful research and writing in the university’s core areas of study: arts\, humanities\, social sciences\, sciences\, and business. It will also feature a review of grammar essentials and provide opportunities for essay writing practice. \nMaterials will be provided\, but please bring a laptop to each session. \nThe session will be interactive and dynamic. Students will leave with a clearer understanding of essay writing at the university level and how to apply those skills. \nThis Course will Cover:\nApproaches to research and citation methods\nEssay planning and practice\nAcademic writing styles\nEssential grammar
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/6063/2020-07-07/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:english workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200708T200000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
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SUMMARY:Law School 101
DESCRIPTION:The path to law school requires careful planning\, and identifying the “right” school involves consideration of a student’s interests and career aspirations. This two-hour workshop is geared towards students planning to apply to law school. It will cover the following topics: \n\nCareer considerations\nBecoming a lawyer – the process\nLaw school options – what different law schools offer\nExploration of courses of study and “fit”\nLSAT goals\, oversight\, and preparation considerations\nLaw school admission and application assistance\n\n*Options Solutions’ law school advisor Kerry Sheppard will be running this session.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/law-school-101/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:law 101 workshop,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200414T223112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T185957Z
UID:5977-1595340000-1595350800@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Canadian Admissions Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:This two-day 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. \nThis course will cover: \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 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 11 and 12 academic goal setting\n\nWhat do our students have to say?\n“I liked how much knowledge about very specific courses the instructors were able to supply right away on demand. It was more helpful than I expected\, and my difficult questions were all answered with helpful details.” \n*All workshops are virtual via GoToMeeting
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/canadian-admissions-bootcamp/2020-07-21/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:application support,summer boot camps,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200727T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200429T211829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T211829Z
UID:6299-1595858400-1595869200@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Write! (8-10)
DESCRIPTION:Worried about the dreaded summer backslide? Want to brush up on your reading and writing skills and get prepared for your English courses in the fall? Options Solutions wants to help! These writing intensive sessions will introduce students entering grades 8 to 10 to the tenets of good writing. Students will develop the skills and confidence that will help prepare them for English and all writing-based courses at the high school level. Furthermore\, the active reading\, planning\, and essay writing skills are a great way to prepare for the Graduate Literacy Assessment. \n*Materials will be provided\, but please bring a laptop to each session. \nThis Course will Cover:\nActive reading\, grammar\, and punctuation\nArgumentative essays\nResearch essays\nNarrative essays
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/ready-set-write-8-10/2020-07-27/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:english workshop,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200727T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200727T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200415T162143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T192900Z
UID:6010-1595858400-1595869200@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Pre-Calculus 11 Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:This boot camp is a one-week course introducing the concepts of Pre-Calculus 11 for students entering grade 11 math (this course is preparatory and not for credit). Materials provided during the session\, including course notes\, assignments\, homework\, and a final exam\, will function as resources for students during the week\, as well as resources students can use during the school year. To get the maximum benefit from this course\, it is recommended that students study at least one hour outside of class for every hour spent in class.\nBrief introduction to mathematical principles \nThis Course will Cover: \n\nArithmetic and geometric series and sequences\nTrigonometry\n\nUnit circle & standard position angles\nSine law & cosine law\nSolving simple trigonometric equations\n\n\nFunctions\n\nQuadratic functions & equations\nAbsolute value & reciprocal functions\nLinear quadratic systems & inequalities\nRadical expressions & equations\nRational expressions & equations\nReview of laws of fractions and exponents\, extending to the laws of roots
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/pre-calculus-11-bootcamp/2020-07-27/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:math prep,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200902T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200414T223112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T185958Z
UID:6627-1599055200-1599066000@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Canadian Admissions Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:This two-day 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. \nThis course will cover: \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 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 11 and 12 academic goal setting\n\nWhat do our students have to say?\n“I liked how much knowledge about very specific courses the instructors were able to supply right away on demand. It was more helpful than I expected\, and my difficult questions were all answered with helpful details.” \n*All workshops are virtual via GoToMeeting
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/canadian-admissions-bootcamp/2020-09-02/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:application support,summer boot camps,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T210146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T204703Z
UID:7140-1599915600-1599922800@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Back to School Study Skills (High School Students) Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These intensive study skills sessions are designed to help students be academically prepared for both in-person and online educational models. \nThe sessions are instructional as well as practical\, hands-on work sessions. They are offered at the start of the school term to help students thrive in a unique classroom setting that integrates online and in-person learning. 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 increasingly hybrid academic environments. \nTopics will Include: \n\nGoal setting\nOrganizational systems (both digital and physical)\nCreating a productive at-home workspace\nLearning how to learn\nEffective note-taking (both digital and physical)\nTime management\nStrategies for managing procrastination\nUniversal test/exam taking skills for various subjects\nActive reading techniques for better comprehension and retention\nHow to study efficiently\, save time\, and do well academically\n\n*Please have your school notebooks\, binders\, and agenda easily accessible for the session.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/back-to-school-study-skills-online-learning-hybrid-high-school-students-workshop/2020-09-12/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:study skills workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T193353Z
UID:7149-1600506000-1600516800@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students to 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 (e.g. UBC\, Queen’s\, Western). 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. \n  \nWhat do students have to say?\n“I really liked the tips\, exercises and examples of past students’ responses and what was good about them and what could’ve been improved. This allowed me to take good notes and implement what I thought was good into my applications.”
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-workshop/2020-09-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:application support,supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T210146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T204703Z
UID:7142-1600520400-1600527600@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Back to School Study Skills (High School Students) Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These intensive study skills sessions are designed to help students be academically prepared for both in-person and online educational models. \nThe sessions are instructional as well as practical\, hands-on work sessions. They are offered at the start of the school term to help students thrive in a unique classroom setting that integrates online and in-person learning. 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 increasingly hybrid academic environments. \nTopics will Include: \n\nGoal setting\nOrganizational systems (both digital and physical)\nCreating a productive at-home workspace\nLearning how to learn\nEffective note-taking (both digital and physical)\nTime management\nStrategies for managing procrastination\nUniversal test/exam taking skills for various subjects\nActive reading techniques for better comprehension and retention\nHow to study efficiently\, save time\, and do well academically\n\n*Please have your school notebooks\, binders\, and agenda easily accessible for the session.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/back-to-school-study-skills-online-learning-hybrid-high-school-students-workshop/2020-09-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:study skills workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T193353Z
UID:7151-1601110800-1601121600@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students to 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 (e.g. UBC\, Queen’s\, Western). 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. \n  \nWhat do students have to say?\n“I really liked the tips\, exercises and examples of past students’ responses and what was good about them and what could’ve been improved. This allowed me to take good notes and implement what I thought was good into my applications.”
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-workshop/2020-09-26/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:application support,supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200929T175124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200929T175312Z
UID:7784-1601406000-1601413200@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:COVID-19 + Post-Secondary Admission Trends: A Positive Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Join Melinda Giampietro\, founder of Options Solutions Educational Consultants\, for an open discussion about the state of post-secondary admission and the factors influencing the 2021 cycle. This webinar will focus on what we DO know and what we CAN do to help students prepare and strategize for the next few years. We will explore academic and extra-curricular requirements and how students can differentiate themselves in an authentic way. With her usual optimism and warmth\, Melinda will also share practical tips for handling new school structures (quarter and hybrid learning) and ways to creatively return to extra-curricular activities. There will be plenty of time for questions at the end of the webinar. Please register at the link below. \nRegister here. \n  \n 
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/covid-19-post-secondary-admission-trends-a-positive-outlook/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T193353Z
UID:7156-1601715600-1601726400@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students to 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 (e.g. UBC\, Queen’s\, Western). 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. \n  \nWhat do students have to say?\n“I really liked the tips\, exercises and examples of past students’ responses and what was good about them and what could’ve been improved. This allowed me to take good notes and implement what I thought was good into my applications.”
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-workshop/2020-10-03/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:application support,supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T210146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T204703Z
UID:7143-1601730000-1601737200@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Back to School Study Skills (High School Students) Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These intensive study skills sessions are designed to help students be academically prepared for both in-person and online educational models. \nThe sessions are instructional as well as practical\, hands-on work sessions. They are offered at the start of the school term to help students thrive in a unique classroom setting that integrates online and in-person learning. 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 increasingly hybrid academic environments. \nTopics will Include: \n\nGoal setting\nOrganizational systems (both digital and physical)\nCreating a productive at-home workspace\nLearning how to learn\nEffective note-taking (both digital and physical)\nTime management\nStrategies for managing procrastination\nUniversal test/exam taking skills for various subjects\nActive reading techniques for better comprehension and retention\nHow to study efficiently\, save time\, and do well academically\n\n*Please have your school notebooks\, binders\, and agenda easily accessible for the session.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/back-to-school-study-skills-online-learning-hybrid-high-school-students-workshop/2020-10-03/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:study skills workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201008
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20210910T225459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T221630Z
UID:7773-1602028800-1602115199@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:ACT/SAT Mock Exams and Debriefs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 4-hour exam\, exam marking (including customized essay marking)\, and a 3-hour debrief. Each student is given a cover sheet to help them understand their successes and identify their areas needing improvement. In order to get an accurate estimate of a student’s abilities\, we use only officially released ACT and SAT exams. Taking practice tests helps students prepare for the stamina required on test day. \nWe recommend EVERYONE (even those who have completed a PSAT) take a practice exam for the ACT and/or SAT. This is the best way to get a baseline score early. \nDates:\nOct 7 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by Oct 11 at 10am)\nOct 15\, 4pm-7pm – Debrief (ACT only) \nNov 18 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by Nov 22 at 10am)\nNov 26\, 4pm-7pm – Debrief (ACT only) \nJan 27 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by Jan 31 at 10am)\nFeb 3\, 5pm-8pm – SAT Debrief; Feb 4\, 4pm-7pm – ACT Debrief \nFeb 24 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by Feb 28 at 10am)\nMarch 4\, 4pm-7pm – Debrief (ACT only) \nMay 19 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by May 23 at 10am)\nMay 26\, 5pm-8pm – SAT Debrief; May May 27\, 4pm-7pm – ACT Debrief \nCost: \nACT or SAT mock exam and debrief: $250+ applicable taxes\, includes 4-hour exam\, exam marking and 3-hour debrief session. \nACT or SAT mock exam only: $150 + applicable taxes\, includes 4-hour exam\, exam marking.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/act-sat-mock-exams-and-debriefs-2/2020-10-07/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:ACT prep
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T211652Z
UID:7153-1602324000-1602334800@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These sessions aim to help students complete the supplemental writing portions of their university and scholarship applications\, including essays\, personal statements\, activities summaries and resumes. \nWriting Workshop serves as an accessible introduction to university supplement writing\, and students will leave the sessions with an understanding of effective written language use. We accommodate students working on a variety of projects all in the same session\, and our writing coaches work personally with students on their unique pieces. \n\nStudents should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.\nWe strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing\nWorkshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/supplement-writing-workshop-4/2020-10-10/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T211653Z
UID:7556-1602925200-1602936000@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These sessions aim to help students complete the supplemental writing portions of their university and scholarship applications\, including essays\, personal statements\, activities summaries and resumes. \nWriting Workshop serves as an accessible introduction to university supplement writing\, and students will leave the sessions with an understanding of effective written language use. We accommodate students working on a variety of projects all in the same session\, and our writing coaches work personally with students on their unique pieces. \n\nStudents should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.\nWe strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing\nWorkshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/supplement-writing-workshop-4/2020-10-17/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T211653Z
UID:7557-1603443600-1603454400@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These sessions aim to help students complete the supplemental writing portions of their university and scholarship applications\, including essays\, personal statements\, activities summaries and resumes. \nWriting Workshop serves as an accessible introduction to university supplement writing\, and students will leave the sessions with an understanding of effective written language use. We accommodate students working on a variety of projects all in the same session\, and our writing coaches work personally with students on their unique pieces. \n\nStudents should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.\nWe strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing\nWorkshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/supplement-writing-workshop-4/2020-10-23/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201028T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T193353Z
UID:7571-1603906200-1603917000@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students to 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 (e.g. UBC\, Queen’s\, Western). 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. \n  \nWhat do students have to say?\n“I really liked the tips\, exercises and examples of past students’ responses and what was good about them and what could’ve been improved. This allowed me to take good notes and implement what I thought was good into my applications.”
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-workshop/2020-10-28/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:application support,supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T211653Z
UID:7558-1604134800-1604145600@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These sessions aim to help students complete the supplemental writing portions of their university and scholarship applications\, including essays\, personal statements\, activities summaries and resumes. \nWriting Workshop serves as an accessible introduction to university supplement writing\, and students will leave the sessions with an understanding of effective written language use. We accommodate students working on a variety of projects all in the same session\, and our writing coaches work personally with students on their unique pieces. \n\nStudents should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.\nWe strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing\nWorkshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/supplement-writing-workshop-4/2020-10-31/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T211653Z
UID:7559-1604739600-1604750400@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These sessions aim to help students complete the supplemental writing portions of their university and scholarship applications\, including essays\, personal statements\, activities summaries and resumes. \nWriting Workshop serves as an accessible introduction to university supplement writing\, and students will leave the sessions with an understanding of effective written language use. We accommodate students working on a variety of projects all in the same session\, and our writing coaches work personally with students on their unique pieces. \n\nStudents should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.\nWe strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing\nWorkshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/supplement-writing-workshop-4/2020-11-07/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T211654Z
UID:7560-1605029400-1605040200@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These sessions aim to help students complete the supplemental writing portions of their university and scholarship applications\, including essays\, personal statements\, activities summaries and resumes. \nWriting Workshop serves as an accessible introduction to university supplement writing\, and students will leave the sessions with an understanding of effective written language use. We accommodate students working on a variety of projects all in the same session\, and our writing coaches work personally with students on their unique pieces. \n\nStudents should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.\nWe strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing\nWorkshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/supplement-writing-workshop-4/2020-11-10/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200414T221750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T182101Z
UID:5970-1605434400-1605448800@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:ACT/SAT Mock Exams and Debriefs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 4-hour exam\, exam marking (including customized essay marking)\, and a 3-hour debrief. Each student is given a cover sheet to help them understand their successes and identify their areas needing improvement. In order to get an accurate estimate of a student’s abilities\, we use only officially released ACT and SAT exams. Taking practice tests helps students prepare for the stamina required on test day. \nWe recommend EVERYONE (even those who have completed a PSAT) take a practice exam for the ACT and/or SAT. This is the best way to get a baseline score early. \nDates: \nApr 4th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam) \nApr 9th – 4pm – 7pm (ACT Debrief) \nMar 7th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam) \nMar 12th – 4pm – 7pm (ACT Debrief) \nMay 16th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam) \nMay 20th – 5pm – 8pm (ACT Debrief
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/act-sat-mock-exams-and-debriefs/2020-11-15/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:ACT prep,standardized exam prep,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201117T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T211654Z
UID:7683-1605634200-1605645000@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These sessions aim to help students complete the supplemental writing portions of their university and scholarship applications\, including essays\, personal statements\, activities summaries and resumes. \nWriting Workshop serves as an accessible introduction to university supplement writing\, and students will leave the sessions with an understanding of effective written language use. We accommodate students working on a variety of projects all in the same session\, and our writing coaches work personally with students on their unique pieces. \n\nStudents should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.\nWe strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing\nWorkshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/supplement-writing-workshop-4/2020-11-17/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200414T221750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T182102Z
UID:7777-1605805200-1605816000@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:ACT/SAT Mock Exams and Debriefs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 4-hour exam\, exam marking (including customized essay marking)\, and a 3-hour debrief. Each student is given a cover sheet to help them understand their successes and identify their areas needing improvement. In order to get an accurate estimate of a student’s abilities\, we use only officially released ACT and SAT exams. Taking practice tests helps students prepare for the stamina required on test day. \nWe recommend EVERYONE (even those who have completed a PSAT) take a practice exam for the ACT and/or SAT. This is the best way to get a baseline score early. \nDates: \nApr 4th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam) \nApr 9th – 4pm – 7pm (ACT Debrief) \nMar 7th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam) \nMar 12th – 4pm – 7pm (ACT Debrief) \nMay 16th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam) \nMay 20th – 5pm – 8pm (ACT Debrief
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/act-sat-mock-exams-and-debriefs/2020-11-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:ACT prep,standardized exam prep,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T142958
CREATED:20200716T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T211654Z
UID:7561-1605949200-1605960000@optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca
SUMMARY:Supplement Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:These sessions aim to help students complete the supplemental writing portions of their university and scholarship applications\, including essays\, personal statements\, activities summaries and resumes. \nWriting Workshop serves as an accessible introduction to university supplement writing\, and students will leave the sessions with an understanding of effective written language use. We accommodate students working on a variety of projects all in the same session\, and our writing coaches work personally with students on their unique pieces. \n\nStudents should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.\nWe strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing\nWorkshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.
URL:https://optionssolutionsed.thedev.ca/calendar/supplement-writing-workshop-4/2020-11-21/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:supplement writing workshop,workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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