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SUMMARY:What to Expect In Grade 12 (Free Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about the post-secondary application process? Join us for an informative and interactive presentation on navigating this journey! Our popular What to Expect in Grade 12 event will be hosted virtually through GoToWebinar. \nDon’t miss out on your chance to learn more about ever-changing post-secondary trends and what to expect as a grade 12 family\, facilitated by Melinda Giampietro and the Options Solutions team. Join us to hear from our panel of current grade 12 students who\, having just completed the admission process\, will share what they have learned first-hand.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/what-to-expect-in-grade-12-free-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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SUMMARY:Why UK? Presentation
DESCRIPTION:With the opportunity to gain a bachelor’s degree in just three years while gaining international experience valued by employers\, the UK is becoming an increasingly popular destination for students from Canada and around the world.  Join us to learn more at our Why UK? presentation featuring Sarah Jamieson\, Regional Officer for the University of Warwick. The presentation will aim to cover: \n\nKey features of UK university study\nCost of attendance and funding\nHow to apply\nAcademic requirements\nStand out personal statements\nHow to find the ‘best-fit’ UK university for you\n\nThis session will include a brief presentation with ample time for Q&A.  If you’re keen to learn more about UK university study\, navigating choices\, and submitting a stand-out application to a highly selective UK university\, this is the session for you!
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/why-uk-presentation/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:University Prep,University Prep
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SUMMARY:Intro to University Level Writing
DESCRIPTION:Grade 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. \nThis course prepares students bound for post-secondary for the challenges of writing for different disciplines at the university level. It discusses strategies for successful research\, critical thinking\, and writing while giving students a chance to practice these skills and receive individualized feedback. Materials will be provided. \nThe session will be interactive and dynamic. Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as each day will build on the next.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/intro-to-university-level-writing-5/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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SUMMARY:Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces grade 11 students to the writing components for Canadian applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the typical essay and supplemental writing prompts required by major Canadian universities and programs. 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.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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UID:9834-1652522400-1652529600@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Intro to University Level Writing
DESCRIPTION:Grade 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. \nThis course prepares students bound for post-secondary for the challenges of writing for different disciplines at the university level. It discusses strategies for successful research\, critical thinking\, and writing while giving students a chance to practice these skills and receive individualized feedback. Materials will be provided. \nThe session will be interactive and dynamic. Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as each day will build on the next.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/intro-to-university-level-writing-7/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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SUMMARY:ACT/SAT Mock Exams and Debriefs
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe 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. \nDates:\nOct 7 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by Oct 11 at 10am)\nOct 15\, 4pm-7pm – Debrief (ACT only) \nNov 18 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by Nov 22 at 10am)\nNov 26\, 4pm-7pm – Debrief (ACT only) \nJan 27 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by Jan 31 at 10am)\nFeb 3\, 5pm-8pm – SAT Debrief; Feb 4\, 4pm-7pm – ACT Debrief \nFeb 24 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by Feb 28 at 10am)\nMarch 4\, 4pm-7pm – Debrief (ACT only) \nMay 19 – Mock Exam emailed (returned by May 23 at 10am)\nMay 26\, 5pm-8pm – SAT Debrief; May May 27\, 4pm-7pm – ACT Debrief \nCost: \nACT or SAT mock exam and debrief: $250+ applicable taxes\, includes 4-hour exam\, exam marking and 3-hour debrief session. \nACT or SAT mock exam only: $150 + applicable taxes\, includes 4-hour exam\, exam marking.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/act-sat-mock-exams-and-debriefs-2/2022-05-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:ACT prep
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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SUMMARY:Intro to University Level Writing
DESCRIPTION:Grade 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. \nThis course prepares students bound for post-secondary for the challenges of writing for different disciplines at the university level. It discusses strategies for successful research\, critical thinking\, and writing while giving students a chance to practice these skills and receive individualized feedback. Materials will be provided. \nThe session will be interactive and dynamic. Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as each day will build on the next.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/intro-to-university-level-writing-6/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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SUMMARY:Video Interview Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session prepares students for the video interview components of university applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the main components of video interview requirements\, as well as a practical guide for successfully completing those videos. During the session\, students will learn how to answer typical interview questions and have the opportunity to tackle some sample questions as a group. They will then practice in pairs and give each other feedback\, as well as record their responses for analysis. Programs that require the video interview include Commerce at UBC\, the University of Toronto\, and York University\, as well as Engineering at the University of Toronto and the University of Waterloo. \nThe workshop covers topics such as: \n\nbody language and appearance\ntechnical set-up\ncoping strategies for nerves\ntips on answering prompts
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/video-interview-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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SUMMARY:SAT Debrief
DESCRIPTION:If your student has completed our SAT mock exam at home\, join us for a three-hour virtual debrief to go over and analyze the results. Each student is given a cover sheet to help them understand their successes and their areas needing improvement. Going over the results can help your student understand where they went wrong\, what they did right\, and how they can improve before their test day. \nCost: \nSAT mock exam and debrief: $250+ applicable taxes\, includes 4-hour exam\, exam marking and 3 hour debrief session.\nSAT mock exam only: $150 + applicable taxes\, includes 4-hour exam\, exam marking.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/sat-debrief/2022-05-26/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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UID:9489-1653667200-1653678000@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:ACT Debrief
DESCRIPTION:If your student has completed our ACT mock exam at home\, join us for a three-hour virtual debrief to go over and analyze the results. Each student is given a cover sheet to help them understand their successes and their areas needing improvement. Going over the results can help your student understand where they went wrong\, what they did right\, and how they can improve before their test day. \nCost: \nACT mock exam and debrief: $250+ applicable taxes\, includes 4-hour exam\, exam marking and 3 hour debrief session.\nACT mock exam only: $150 + applicable taxes\, includes 4-hour exam\, exam marking.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/act-debrief-3/2022-05-27/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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UID:9836-1653732000-1653739200@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Intro to University Level Writing
DESCRIPTION:Grade 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. \nThis course prepares students bound for post-secondary for the challenges of writing for different disciplines at the university level. It discusses strategies for successful research\, critical thinking\, and writing while giving students a chance to practice these skills and receive individualized feedback. Materials will be provided. \nThe session will be interactive and dynamic. Students are encouraged to attend all sessions as each day will build on the next.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/intro-to-university-level-writing-8/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Options%20Solutions":MAILTO:info@optionssolutionsed.com
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