High school is difficult. Classes are tougher than in elementary and middle school, grades are more important, and the pressure surrounding post-secondary is always present. As a student, it can feel like the whole world is plotting against you. Thanks to high school tutoring programs, however, that doesn’t have to be the case. There are many support systems available to …
How to Handle the Quarter System in BC Schools
Schools in BC have had to adapt according to COVID-19 restrictions, and that means many things are different. One of the most significant changes is the move away from a semester-based year to the new quarter system. The quarter system has put a strain on students, teachers, and parents alike. We’ll unpack the details and give you some tips on …
Does In-Home Tutoring Suit Your Child?
When it comes to learning, a student’s comfort level can heavily impact their progress. What better place to get comfortable than in their own home? If you’re looking to get the best educational support for your child, in-home tutoring might be for you. The Perks of In-Home Tutoring The education landscape has changed drastically, and tutoring can accommodate the challenges …
After School Tutoring – Succeed in School and Beyond
It’s no secret that school is tough, and the key to success shouldn’t be a secret either. The traditional approach of brick-and-mortar schools works for some students, but other students need something more. This is where after school tutoring comes in. After school tutoring can help students of all ages and backgrounds. No matter the subject matter or level of …
How to Prepare for the BC Grade 12 Literacy Assessment
BC’s curriculum is always evolving, and it’s important to stay updated with the expectations placed on students. On top of the many graduation requirements for high school students, the grade 12 literacy assessment is necessary for graduation. So, what is the grade 12 literacy assessment, and how can students prepare? Check out our top tips to get your graduate ready …
Homeschool Pods, Pandemic Pods – What Are They, and How Can Tutoring Help?
As public schools gear up to reopen in September, many parents are raising concerns about the associated risks. COVID-19 is still a threat, and sending the kids back to school might put them in danger. As a response, parents are organizing pandemic pods, also known as homeschool pods, and many are enlisting the help of tutoring services. How Do Homeschool …
Help BC Special Education Students During COVID-19
COVID-19 has presented many challenges for everyone in BC, students included. The world of education has been turned upside down, and kids have had to adapt. Most students have options, but special education students in BC are often overlooked. With so many restrictions due to COVID-19, the transition to online learning is difficult for special education students in BC. It’s …
School District 68 Back To School Options
Letter from the Board of Education and Superintendent Offices: Monday, August 10, 2020 RE: Return to school options Dear Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools’ families, We continue to plan for the return of all students in September, taking into consideration the updated health and safety guidelines from the Provincial Health Office and the Ministry of Education along with feedback from our stakeholders …
What are Learning Groups?
On July 29, Dr. Bonnie Henry and Minister of Education Rob Fleming announced that B.C. K-12 students can be organized into learning groups when they return to school in September, as a measure to limit the number of in-person interactions and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Learning groups are groups of students and staff who remain together throughout a …