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Guided by Faith, Driven to Lead: Jackson’s Incredible Football Season

For Grade 10 HCOS student Jackson R, this year has been nothing short of extraordinary. Balancing home education with competitive high school football, Jackson has discovered new strengths, deepened his faith, and stepped confidently into leadership both on and off the field. Growth and Guidance Home education through HCOS has given Jackson the freedom to […]

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The Great HCOS Student Council Cookie Competition

Student Council, Students / Julia S

Christmas is in the Air! With Christmas under two months away, your HCOS student council is bringing back the Christmas Cookie Competition! Much like last year, we want to invite all HCOS students and families to join in the fun. with different grade groups and different themes to inspire your creations: K-2: North Pole (Santa,

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From Scrap to Sword: Fenton’s Katana Project

Student Feature, Students / Julia S

For Grade 7 HCOS student Fenton B, creativity isn’t just about ideas or concepts, but it’s about bringing those ideas and concepts to life. This year, Fenton undertook a unique project that combined resourcefulness and craftsmanship: building his own katana sword from recycled materials! Using materials such as PVC pipe, old wooden handles, and

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Making it Happen: Olivia’s Journey to College

Student Feature, Students / Julia S

Introducing Olivia B, an HCOS student who has spent her high school years balancing full-time work with her studies! Her journey is a tremendous example of how flexibility and dedication open doors to exciting new opportunities. Determined to Succeed For Olivia, dedication has always been a part of her journey. She began working at just

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Striding Toward Success: Cadence’s Path to Provincials

General, Student Feature, Students / Julia S

At HCOS, we love to celebrate students who show determination and heart in pursuing their passions. Cadence J, a Grade 9 HCOS student and dedicated cross-country runner, embodies all of that and more as she races her way toward success, one step at a time. Running Towards Her Goals Cadence’s love for running began back

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2025 Yearbook Photo Submissions

General, Student Council, Students / Julia S

Yearbook is Back, and We Need Your Photos! Hello Grade 10-12 HCOS Students! As many of you know, this is our third year creating the HCOS yearbook! After several years of great success, we hope to continue this trend and make this year our best yet! Similar to previous years, these books will only

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Thanksgiving Reflections from HCOS

General / Julia S

This coming weekend, we take a moment to pause and reflect on the many things we have to be grateful for. As part of that, we would like to share a few thoughts that are connected to our school-wide focus the year: Generosity – Acknowledging all that we’ve been given by God naturally encourages

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Reflecting on Truth and Reconciliation

General / Julia S

Dear HCOS community, Next week, on Tuesday, September 30th, we will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a response to recommendations from the 2015 Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. May this day be a reminder of the work that still needs to be done and of our shared hope for

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International Literacy Day

Learning Commons, Students / marinamontgomery

Happy International Literacy Day! Discover how easy (and fun) it is to enjoy literature anywhere – whether it’s a novel, read-along, or audiobook – using Sora on your computer, tablet, or phone. Head to https://learningcommons.ca/ for more resources. Celebrate Read an eBook Day with us! Thursday, September 18th, 10-11 am. Zoom link Discover

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Guided by Faith, Driven to Lead: Jackson’s Incredible Football Season

The Great HCOS Student Council Cookie Competition

From Scrap to Sword: Fenton’s Katana Project

Making it Happen: Olivia’s Journey to College

Striding Toward Success: Cadence’s Path to Provincials

2025 Yearbook Photo Submissions

Thanksgiving Reflections from HCOS

Reflecting on Truth and Reconciliation

International Literacy Day

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