Date: September 17, 2019 to June 18, 2020 Event Location: Fraser Academy, Kitsilano Students who struggle with reading, writing, spelling, and comprehension tasks will benefit from working with one of our 1:1 Orton-Gillingham language instructors. We conduct a diagnostic assessment of each student’s achievement levels and create an individualized program to improve skills. This proven approach to […]
Fraser Academy: OG Instructor Training Registration Fall 2019
Event Category: Professional Development Opportunities and Presentations Date: October 25, 2019 to December 8, 2019 Event Description: ORTON-GILLINGHAM INSTRUCTOR TRAINING (ASSOCIATE LEVEL) We train over 50 educators every year in the Orton-Gillingham approach. Orton-Gillingham is one of the most proven language-based methods for teaching students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, to read and write. Part […]
Fraser Academy: Post Secondary Coaching registration is ongoing!
Date: September 17, 2019 to June 18, 2020 Event Location: Fraser Academy, Kitsilano We offer Executive Function Coaching and Small Group Writing Clinics for post-secondary students. Click here to learn more: https://fraseracademyx.ca/programs-for-learners/post-secondary-coaching/
Fraser Academy: Introducing FAx
INTRODUCING FAx: We are leaders in education for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences. In addition to our independent day-school, we are happy to announce that we are offering more services to help empower the 1 in 5 people in the community who have learning differences. Our new outreach center, FAx, extends access to Fraser Academy’s […]
Stratford Hall student stars in Beauty and the Beast at the Vancouver Playhouse
With new show Beauty and the Beast, Karen Flamenco Dance Company celebrates 10 years An ambitious new production of Beauty and the Beast, a thriving children’s program, an expanded studio, and a new weekly venue to showcase flashing ruffles and clacking castanets: Karen Flamenco has a lot to celebrate on its 10th anniversary. Reflecting, […]
The Last Word with Mike McCardell: Gift for Canadian veterans
Stratford Hall proudly hosted Mike McCardell on May 28th, in Ms. Lindsay Causey’s Grade 3 classroom. He spoke with students on how they are honouring Canadian veterans in Korea. Please click here for the video.
We’re ADDING Room for the Future! Three have now become one
Three separate buildings have now become one continuous school. Stratford Hall is pleased to announce that it has acquired the property at 3030-3038 Commercial Drive, expanding its footprint along Commercial Drive. Since its founding in 2000, Stratford Hall has grown steadily in response to rising demand for its outstanding IB programs. As such, […]
Urbanism for eight-year-olds
It turns out eight year olds are also plugged into conversations about urbanism, affordability and neighbourhood change in Vancouver. Lindsay Causey of independent school Stratford Hall is teaching a unit on “how we organize ourselves.” Students are learning about decisions we make as a society and their impact on people and the environment. They’ve touched […]
18th Annual Fundraising Campaign to Support Alcohol-Free Graduation Celebrations
The LDB (Liquor Distribution Branch) announced their 18th annual fundraising campaign to support alcohol-free graduation celebrations in communities throughout British Columbia. The Campaign will run in their stores from March 4 to March 31, 2018. Applications for this grant are due in the FISA office by Tuesday, December 5, 2017. An application is attached.
Independent or Private; does the language help or confuse?
In British Columbia parents value a wide range of alternatives when choosing the education for their children; however, in conversation parents are often uncertain on the simple matter of vocabulary. Are these schools private or independent and what is implied by the vocabulary used? The government of British Columbia makes it clear that in […]