Readiness for Life after Graduation

Although guidance counsellors generally characterize high school students as well prepared for the next phase of their lives following graduation, a majority of students indicate that they could benefit from increased proficiency in technology applications, financial literacy, time management, communication and study skills according to a recent survey from McGraw-Hill Education.
The survey, which sought to [...]

The Pros and Cons of Taking a Gap Year

A gap year is exactly as it sounds – its postponing university or college for a year and spending that time doing something else. Some students simply live at home and work during the year, but others use the time for all kinds of adventures at home and abroad – teaching, volunteer work, outdoor adventures, [...]

Berklee School of Music summer program – Week 3

One of our former students, Renee Masse, is taking a break from her studies at McGill to attend the Berklee School of Music summer program.　 She has shared her third week with us.

Berklee Music-Week 3

Week 3 was quite similar class schedule wise, but Monday, I had an exciting addition to my day. In the afternoon, I went to the Vinx Recording Studio, and was able to record myself singing along with a track. The studio was very nice, and the equipment was of very high quality, but we didn’t have a lot of time individually as there were many people signed up, wanting a spot.

Berklee School of Music summer program – Week 2

One of our former students, Renee Masse, is taking a break from her studies at McGill to attend the Berklee School of Music summer program.　 She has shared her second week with us.

Berklee Music – Week 2

It has been another very full week here at Berklee Five Week Summer Program. Monday’s classes are larger, and broader. I had Survey of Vocal Styles, which focuses on the history of music, and showcases the key musicians of various genres throughout time. Afterwards, everyone has the same class together in the Berklee Performance Centre where we had Melissa Ferrick, who is a professional musician come and speak with us about her experience and perform as well

Berklee School of Music summer program-Week 1

One of our former students, Renee Masse, is taking a break from her studies at McGill to attend the Berklee School of Music summer program.　 She has shared her first week with us.　

Berklee Music-Week 1

Although the program has only been going on for a week, I feel as though I have been here for much longer. I finally feel settled in to this city, but the journey was slightly bumpy.

U-VIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS MARGINALLY HIGHER THIS YEAR

IT’S A LITTLE TOUGHER THIS YEAR FOR PROSPECTIVE FIRST YEAR STUDENTS TO QUALIFY FOR ENTRY TO THE UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA.

Readiness for Life after Graduation

Although guidance counsellors generally characterize high school students as well prepared for the next phase of their lives following graduation, a majority of students indicate that they could benefit from increased proficiency in technology applications, financial literacy, time management, communication and study skills according to a recent survey from McGraw-Hill Education.

People without Jobs, Jobs without People

Academica Group is Canada’s leading source of market intelligence and full cycle marketing services for higher education. It is headed by its founder, Ken Steele. Mr. Steele recently attended the 2010 Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) Conference in Niagara Falls where, among the many topics of discussion was what demographic and labour market projections can tell us about the challenges we face in the future.

Summer Programs at Options Solutions

As the summer weather is finally here in Vancouver, Options Solutions wanted to let you know about some of our exciting boot camps and summer sessions.

Study Skills Tune Up

Options Solutions is offering study skills sessions in preparation for final exams. These sessions will be of particular relevance to those in grades 10 as they get ready to face Provincial exams for the first time, but are beneficial to all secondary students.

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