qathet School District

“I like PIE. I get to see all of my friends at camp Imadene. I like Ms Ward and mom. ( Click here to view original letter )”

“I don't enjoy judgement and it's reassuring at each teacher visit for my children to only receive praise and positive feedback. Thank you PIE for existing and thriving!”

“My children are talented (don't all parents think that?) and we live a 'seasonal' lifestyle that creates a unique learning pattern and PIE is open to all the characters that come with our family. I feel that PIE is an inclusive programme accepting families with all different needs, desires and learning pathways.”

“Our family transferred from another program to PIE in hopes that I had more freedom to teach my children in the way and at the rate that they wanted and needed. I have had all my hopes fulfilled with this program and love it to pieces more and more each year.”

“Like all things of value, you get out of the PIE program what you put into it. It was worth the extra effort and more.”

“The PIE staff were amazing helping us to find the right assistance for his difficulties and open minded enough to see how a global project based approach worked best with our son's learning style. Now in grade 8, he is reading a book a week and he loves learning. The PIE program provided him the time and space to find his own way around his reading difficulty.”

“The PIE program provided us with the flexibility to work at different subjects at the levels he was capable of - several grades lower for reading and writing but also several grades higher for math in which he excelled. The difference in his self esteem was amazing as he no longer felt stupid struggling with his reading and he was no longer bored with math as he could shoot along at his own pace.”

“One of the best parts of PIE is the participation of all the students and parents at Camp Imadene. I wish I could impress upon people the valuable lessons at the camp that have literally brought tears to my eyes.”

“The approachability of the teachers and principal of PIE are another strength of this program. I have always felt able to write and be listened to when I have had a concern or suggestion. The hands on approach of the Coordinator means that she knows all the families and their unique features.”

“My family has been registered with PIE for the past 9 years. Prior to that time, I had tried several other alternative schooling options and become disillusioned with each in turn. When I discovered PIE, in its first year of existence, I found my "home"!”

“The flexibility of the PIE program has been a wonderful experience for our family. We set our own schedule, yet our teacher is always available for support; our kids always look forward to showing her their work and receiving her words of encouragement during report card visits. We’re thrilled with how they’re responding to their education, and we truly appreciate having this opportunity.”