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Learner Voice: Why it matters and how we support it

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Honouring Indigenous Ways of Knowing at SelfDesign

A new chapter for SelfDesign's Minecraft legacy

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Reflecting on a year of growth and connection: SelfDesign’s 2024 Community Report

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February activities for your home learner… stories, songs and so much more!

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Making SelfDesign even more accessible: Q + A with accessibility consultant Stephen O’Keefe

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SelfDesign receives two commendations during BC Ministry of Education Monitoring Inspection - SelfDesign Learning Foundation

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Revolutionary project sparked a passion for the environment and a career shaping environmental policy

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Game On! Grade 12 digital media offering developed in response to learner demand

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Diane Walters: Mentor, curriculum designer and inspiration for many learners

SelfDesign receives two commendations during BC Ministry of Education Monitoring Inspection

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Sign up for the 2024/25 learning year at SelfDesign! Here are key dates to keep in mind

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Welcome to our 40th Anniversary Celebration!

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