We were advised on July 29 that there was an issue with the English 12 Provincial Exam marks from June 2019. The ministry confirmed in a public statement on August 1 that the issue had been resolved. August 1, 2019 The Ministry of Education has released a statement confirming the problem has been resolved here. […]
We’re hiring! Join our fun, dynamic administrative team.
Options Solutions is a unique educational practice. We create a safe space for adolescents to identify their interests and goals, provide them with the information and tools to make informed educational decisions, and empower them to define their own paths to success. We are looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented person to join our team. Working […]
There’s a BIG CHANGE coming to BC high schools…
…It’s called the Graduation Literacy Assessment (GLA). WHAT IS THE GLA? The GLA, a requirement for graduation, is an exam that will evaluate students’ ability to read and analyze a variety of texts and to communicate ideas and draw out personal connections in writing. It goes on students’ permanent high school transcript and will prepare […]
Looking to do some summer reading? Here’s what our team recommends
Options team members have many things in common: an interest in travel and new experiences, a genuine enjoyment of exercise, and a deep and abiding passion for helping young people make educational decisions. We also really like books. Summer is the perfect time to indulge in reading. Find yourselves a hammock, a patio, a poolside […]
Start Your First Year Feeling Confident By Taking this Course!
At Options, our writing coaches head to the office each day with the aim of making students fall in love with poetry, short stories, and novels. They work hard to help students see the beauty in a certain turn of phrase or the power of articulating a complex idea. They love language, but they can […]
Meet Our Team: Interview with Michelle Robertson, Educational Consultant
This month, we sat down with Michelle Robertson, one of our educational consultants, to learn more about her role at Options. Tell us a little about yourself and your role at Options Solutions. Over the past several years, I have had the opportunity to participate in a number of roles at Options Solutions. I opened […]
Want to learn about business this summer?
We’ve partnered with YELL (Youth Entrepreneurship Leadership Launchpad) to bring a summer boot camp to students who want to learn about the tools and exercises entrepreneurs use to turn their vision into reality. Students will hear from inspiring local entrepreneurs and business leaders, work with a small group of like-minded peers, and develop problem-solving skills, […]
We are hiring! Join our fun, dynamic administrative team.
Our busy, client-focused office needs a reliable, well-organized Office Manager to handle day-to-day operations with a focus on efficiency and time management. This individual will be responsible for ensuring a positive client experience, and streamlining administrative procedures. We are looking for an energetic professional who will happily wear several hats. A minimum of three years […]
Meet Our Team: Interview with Melodie Tomiyama, Office Manager
This month, we sat down with Melodie Tomiyama, one of our office managers, to learn more about her role at Options. Tell us a little about yourself and your role at Options Solutions. I am the office manager at our South Surrey office, but I also help with the phone lines and scheduling for our […]
This Week at Options: English 12 Provincial Exam Prep, Write Well Workshop: Mastering the Essay & ACT Prep
Here is what’s happening at Options Solutions this week: Saturday, April 6th (West Vancouver) After working with students on provincial exam prep for many years, we have broken down the study process into a few steps and created a number of programs to assist students with their preparation. Start early & attend a Kick-Start Session for the […]