Options Solutions Educational Consultants

Supplement Writing Workshop
2020-10-17 09:00 - 12:00, 2020-10-23 09:00 - 12:00, 2020-10-31 09:00 - 12:00, 2020-11-07 09:00 - 12:00, 2020-11-10 17:30 - 20:30, 2020-11-17 17:30 - 20:30, 2020-11-21 09:00 - 12:00, 2020-11-28 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) and 8 more dates | Virtual Format, Online
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.
Writing 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.

Students should have handy their list of universities and programs they are applying to for this session.
We strongly encourage all students to attend an Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing
Workshop before attending a Supplement Writing Workshop.

Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing Workshop
2020-10-28 17:30 - 20:30
This three-hour session introduces students to writing components for Canadian applications.
The 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.
Beginning 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.

What do students have to say?
“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.”

ACT/SAT Mock Exams and Debriefs
2020-11-15 10:00 - 14:00, 2020-11-19 17:00 - 20:00, 2021-01-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2021-01-22 17:00 - 20:00
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.
We 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.
Dates:
Apr 4th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam)
Apr 9th – 4pm – 7pm (ACT Debrief)
Mar 7th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam)
Mar 12th – 4pm – 7pm (ACT Debrief)
May 16th – 10am – 2pm (Mock Exam)
May 20th – 5pm – 8pm (ACT Debrief

Core Test Skills - Math Session
2020-12-28 10:00 - 13:00, 2020-12-29 10:00 - 13:00, 2020-12-30 10:00 - 13:00, 2020-12-31 10:00 - 13:00
These intensive sessions focus on helping students master the ACT or SAT exam. Topics will the math portion of the test, including test-taking strategies, time management tips, and crossover skills for the ACT/SAT exam. Materials will be provided.
How is test prep at Options different?
Test prep at Options is unique because it combines test preparation with the teaching of 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 doesn’t just teach “test-taking tricks” like other test prep organizations. Instead, students receive a strong grounding in how the test works and strategies for attaining a high score, combined with an opportunity to increase their overall academic performance.

Mastering the Essay (10-12) Boot Camp
2020-12-28 10:00 - 13:00, 2020-12-29 10:00 - 13:00, 2020-12-30 10:00 - 13:00, 2020-12-31 10:00 - 13:00
Want to brush up on your reading and writing skills over winter break? Options Solutions wants to help!
This interactive, fast-paced workshop is aimed at providing students with the theory and practice to succeed in their English studies at the grade 10 to 12 level. It will give students the skills and confidence they need to succeed, making their future English courses easier and more enjoyable. Furthermore, the active reading, planning, and essay writing skills are a great way to prepare for the Graduate Literacy Assessment (GLA), a new provincial exam for students in grade 10 and 12.
Topics will include:

Active reading
Synthesis essays
Argumentative essays
Narrative essays

ACT/SAT Weekly Prep Sessions
2021-02-03 18:00 - 20:00
On-going classes prepare students for the ACT and/or SAT by teaching test structure and test-taking strategy. At the same time, students learn skills that translate into success at school in reading and writing. Students can attend each session or pick and choose the sessions they need. Content is unique for each session and is never repeated.

How is test prep at Options different?
Test prep at Options is unique because it combines test preparation with the teaching of 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 doesn’t just teach “test-taking tricks” like other test prep organizations. Instead, students receive a strong grounding in how the test works and strategies for attaining a high score, combined with an opportunity to increase their overall academic performance.

*All workshops will be held virtually online via GoToMeeting on Wednesday evenings from 6 pm to 8 pm
