Understanding the BC School System
This overview of the British Columbia schooling system is a starting point for families exploring school options. Learn about Public Schools, Independent Schools and Private Schools.
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Learning Disabilities and Learning Differently
What are learning disabilities, and how are they diagnosed? Learn about learning disabilities and other developmental disabilities. LDS uses a strengths-based approach so, with the proper support, individuals with learning differences can thrive.
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What are Executive Function skills and how can you improve them?
Learn more in this short article about EF skills and how LDS works with our learners and their families to support the ongoing development of EF skills.
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Accessible Education in BC – Disability Forum
Have you experienced a challenge or frustration in navigating the education system as a person with or parent of a person with a disability in BC? If so, you are not alone.
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Assistive technology for dyslexia and ADHD
Dyslexia is a learning difference that is neurobiological in nature, makes reading difficult, and may also interfere with recognizing, spelling, writing, and decoding words. Learn to spot the signs that your child may have dyslexia.
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PEERS Registration Now Open!
Registration for PEERS, a world-renowned social skills program for young teens, is now open for our 2021 group!
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Info Night on November 10th: Discover our New Program to Help Kids Make and Keep Friends
LDS is pleased to announce our new programming to address the need for social skills intervention!
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LDS is now certified to offer PEERS®—the only evidence-based teen social skills program in the world!
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