Students will explore the rhythms of conversations and will build confidence in sharing their special interests with the session leader.  
Social classes satisfy BC’s curriculum/BC Ministry of Education for K–12 around communication studies through: acquiring and presenting information; focusing on intent and purpose in delivery; and connecting and engaging with others. 
Learners will feel confident joining ARI's "Making Friends" groups. Find groups for ages 3 to 18 on our profile! 
Learners will explore strategies for self-advocacy and build strategies to identify and voice their own needs in a social group. 

Hello! My name is Carly, and I am the founder of ARI Learning.

I’m a proud graduate of the University of Victoria’s School of Child and Youth Care. I have always been passionate about working with children and youth, and this degree program provided me with knowledge of the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young people. When teaching, I use a multidisciplinary approach, focused on relationship building, to support holistic development alongside academic achievement. 

In addition to my formal education, I’ve also gained valuable experience through my seven years of online teaching. I’ve had the privilege of working with a diverse range of students and families, who have taught me the importance of creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. It was through building relationships with my learners and their parents that I realized my own ADHD, the unknown reason why improving education is so important to me. 

As an educator, I am dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of all learners. I believe that every student has the right to access quality education that is tailored to their unique abilities and learning styles.

This means creating classrooms that are welcoming, safe, and respectful of all students, in ways that enhance their abilities & neuro-specializations. 

I coach all ARI Learning instructors in the methodology of this class to provide consistency. 

We are a Neuroaffirming Organization!  We support learners with different needs and meet them where they are at.  We are experienced scribes and enjoy exploring different approaches to writing and creating for each learner. 

Social classes satisfy BC’s curriculum/BC Ministry of Education for K–12 around communication studies through: acquiring and presenting information; focusing on intent and purpose in delivery; and connecting and engaging with others. 

*This class directly relates to the B.C. Government Education Curriculum under: Physical and Health Education Curricular Competencies, and Mental well-being and Social and community health.  In particular we address communication skills, proposing and identifying strategies in social situations, self advocacy and group dynamics.