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, […]
Category: 5.0 Educational Program Policies
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 […]
5.6.3 Emergency Preparedness Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to preparing learners, families, and educators in the case of an emergency such as an earthquake, fire, or need for lockdown online/in the home and at third party locations during learning activities. Definitions Five All-Hazard Emergency Response – five key responses that can be appropriately implemented in […]
5.6.2 Child Abuse Reporting Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to the wellbeing of learners. Definitions Appointed School Official (ASO) – takes on the responsibility of determining whether a child or youth has been harmed by someone who works, volunteers, or works on contract for the SelfDesign Learning Community. The principal, Catherine Dinim, is the ASO. The […]
5.6.1 Anaphylaxis Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to protecting learners with anaphylactic allergies. Definitions Anaphylaxis – pronounced [anna-fill-axis] – a sudden and severe allergic reaction, which can be fatal, requiring immediate medical emergency measures be taken. Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will put measures in place to prevent serious reactions and deaths due to anaphylaxis. […]
5.5.10 K-9 Role of the Support Provider Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to supporting support providers in their role during K-9. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will put guidelines in place for support providers as they implement, in collaboration with the educator(s) and parent(s)/guardian(s), the goals stated in a learner’s Individual Learning Plan (IEP). Protocol Support providers will: […]
5.5.9 K-9 Role of the Parent/Guardian Policy
Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is committed to supporting parents/guardians in their role during K-9 as parents/guardians are vital members of the learning team at SelfDesign Learning Community. Definitions None Policy SelfDesign Learning Foundation will take the input of and work closely with learners’ families to develop a learning plan that meets the learning […]