Thriving in an Online Environment
Virtual Format OnlineThis 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
Graduation Literacy Assessment Prep: 3-Part Study Series
All OfficesThese in-depth study sessions cover each section of the exam. Most students should attend all three, while more advanced English students can target their weak areas. In each session, students will have opportunities to do hands on practice and receive incisive feedback from the instructor. Part A: focuses on textual analysis and active reading, multiple-choice
Essay Essentials
West Vancouver Office 1549 Marine Drive, Suite 303, West Vancouver, BC, CanadaThis three-day boot camp is designed to give current grade 9, 10, 11, and 12 students a solid understanding of English grammar, writing conventions, and essay basics, so they can approach essay writing with the knowledge and skills necessary for success. Students will learn the essentials to writing expert argumentative essays, the most common essay
English 101 Workshop
Virtual Format OnlineThese 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
Navigating the New Normal: Q & A with Options President Melinda Giampietro
FREE Online Webinar: Wednesday, April 22nd at 7:00 pm Options Solutions has always been committed to building a positive community and providing families with the most up-to-date information about post-secondary admission. We feel the need now, more than ever, to fulfill this mission. With so much unknown, it is hard for families to make decisions
Kickstart to University Application Writing Workshop
West Vancouver Office 1549 Marine Drive, Suite 303, West Vancouver, BC, CanadaThis three-hour session introduces Grade 11 students to the writing components for Canadian applications. The session will include a presentation that outlines the university application essay genre and provides brainstorming, research, and writing tips. An interactive simulation will provide students with an understanding of how admissions decisions are made and better prepare them for their
Intro to University Level Writing
Virtual Format OnlineGrade 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. This course prepares
Navigating the New Normal (Grade 12’s)
Virtual Format OnlineOptions 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
ACT/SAT Prep Programs – Mock Exam Sittings
West Vancouver Office 1549 Marine Drive, Suite 303, West Vancouver, BC, CanadaTest prep at Options is unique because it combines test preparation with teaching fundamental academic skills. With many years of experience, Options instructors ensure that students understand the higher-level reading, writing and math skills that will prepare them for the ACT and SAT, but will also help them succeed in high school and beyond. Options
ACT/SAT-Weekend Prep
West Vancouver Office 1549 Marine Drive, Suite 303, West Vancouver, BC, CanadaThese weekend prep sessions are designed to deliver a concentration of exam prep. Each Saturday and Sunday is divided into two sessions from 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 4 pm. The material used in weekend prep is different from any material used in previous prep sessions.Each Super Weekend is situated before