Whistleblower Policy

Policy Statement SelfDesign Learning Foundation is committed to observing high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities, practicing honesty and integrity in fulfilling responsibilities and complying with all applicable laws and regulations. Definitions Whistleblower – a person, often an employee, who reveals information about activity within a private […]

WorkSafeBC Contractor Coverage

General Statements All employers are legally required to have WorkSafeBC coverage unless the employer is exempt. An employer is a person or firm that hires workers or unregistered subcontractors and an employer can be a self-employed proprietor, partnership, corporation, society, or any other type of legal entity. Scope SDLF registered for WorkSafeBC insurance coverage because […]

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 […]

5.6.9 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, […]

5.6.2 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 […]

5.5.10 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: […]