{"product_id":"insider-s-guide-to-k-12-education-in-bc-9781926966786","title":"Insider’s Guide to K–12 Education in BC","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvides parents with the information they need to\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigate the school system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake informed decisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess available resources and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvocate for their child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEquips educators with the information they need to help parents make the right decisions for their child’s education\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Questions Answered\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow does the school system work?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat makes a good school good?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do I choose the right school for my child?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat program options are available? Which one best suits my child?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat if my child needs additional support or interventions?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow is my child’s learning assessed and evaluated?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat are the requirements for graduation?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can I support my child through school transitions?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow can I become involved in my child’s school?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis resource is a comprehensive hands-on guide for both parents and educators to help them navigate and understand the education system in British Columbia. It is very informative about schooling options as well as support for all learners and assessment practices in a user friendly format. 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