Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to every learner having the fundamental right to an education that is designed as comprehensively as possible to meet their needs. Definitions Inclusive Education Services (IE Services) – an integral part of SelfDesign Learning Community’s education program and not a separate component. Inclusive Ed Services provides inclusive […]
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5.8.1 School Completion (Evergreen) Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to celebrating success in learning and recognizing the accomplishments of learners with disabilities and/or diverse abilities. Definitions School Completion Certificate (SCC) – a recognition of the completion of a learner’s goals of their educational program. The SCC, also known as the “Evergreen”, does not satisfy the requirements […]
5.7.3 Professional Development for Educators and Administrators Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to organizational learning. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will provide organizational learning that includes: August educator orientation meetings. Orientation materials – including online videos, quotes, articles. Contractor Resource Centre with materials and on-going updates. Contractor learning and engagement opportunities – online meetings related to specific professional […]
5.7.2 Educator and Principal Evaluation Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to educator excellence. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will a) at least annually, evaluate educator performance with respect to the impact on learner learning and the meeting of the criteria outlined in the educator’s contract and b) establish performance criteria for the principal of SelfDesign Learning […]
5.7.1 Copyright in the Classroom Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to respecting copyright. Definitions Copyright – the exclusive legal right to produce, reproduce, publish, or perform an original literary, artistic, dramatic, or musical work. Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will advise all educators of the Fair Dealing Guidelines of the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada with respect […]
5.6.9 Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to including and integrating acknowledgement, protocol, and resources on sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) thereby supporting a learning and working environment that is safe, respectful, equitable, and welcoming of all members of the learning community. This includes all people regardless of real or perceived sexual orientation, […]
5.6.8 Homeschooling at SDLC Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) will provide access to homeschool registration to families living in British Columbia and who choose to take responsibility for their children’s educational program. Definitions Educational Program: The School Act defines an “educational program” as a set of learning activities that is designed to enable learners (enrolled students and homeschooled […]
5.6.6 Emergency Preparedness Drills Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to preparing learners and their families for emergency situations with drills. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation has operationalized emergency awareness drills and will hold emergency awareness drills for learner safety during in-person learning activities, preparing learners in the event of a fire, earthquake, or lockdown. SelfDesign […]
5.6.5 Medication Administration Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to following the required procedures for the administration of medication. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will apply the procedures for the administration of medication by the parent/guardian and prescribed by a physician or other health care professional. Administration will and can only be provided during in-person […]
5.6.4 Harassment, Bullying, and Abuse Prevention Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to maintaining a creative and caring learning environment that supports diversity and respects individual rights and safety, being concerned with the impact of harassing or abusive behaviour, regardless of the intent. SDLF is therefore committed to ensuring that all community members have an avenue to deal with […]