When Lily first picked up a bow at nine years old, she was simply looking for something new to try. She had no idea that a spark of curiosity would grow into years of focused training, competitions and most importantly, a BC record for Outdoor U15 Women’s Recurve. Lily’s talent for archery has taken her […]
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Each year, HCOS celebrates students who demonstrate excellence, character, and service through our Student Awards Program. This is a special opportunity to recognize the meaningful ways students are learning, serving and shining, both academically and within their community. Our Student Awards are based on the Learner Profile and Biblical Attributes, recognizing both academic excellence and
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For former HCOS student Ester M., the months following her graduation in 2025 have been nothing short of remarkable. What began as a casual suggestion from a friend quickly grew into enthusiasm, and that enthusiasm turned to dedication, which took her and her team to a national level. Launching From the Dock Ester’s time rowing
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The Countdown to Christmas Begins! Calling All Students in Grades 5-12: Zoom in. Festive up. Let’s Sleigh This Party! Get ready for a festive Christmas Party hosted by the Student Success Centre (SSC) Team! Come in your favourite Christmas attire and with your favourite Christmas backdrop in view, ready for an hour filled with a
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For Grade 8 HCOS student Lucas S., a childhood hobby has grown into a bigger adventure. What started as a Hot Wheels collection turned into a small business, one that is teaching him real-world skills, building confidence, and creating future opportunities beyond the track. The Start of Something Big Lucas began collecting Hot Wheels for
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Hello HCOS & Flex Community, With the Christmas season approaching, we need your help to make our annual virtual Christmas Celebration amazing! This year, it will look a little different than in the past as we have decided to introduce a Christmas Art Celebration! The Christmas Art Celebration is a wonderful and fun way to
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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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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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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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