We believe students learn best when provided with unique and engaging experiences, tailored to their needs. This week we want to announce three programs we believe offer students the opportunity to learn, serve, minister and lead in unique contexts. The first is the return of a favourite, the Comparative Civilizations program. We are excited to […]
At HCOS, we believe an intentional and supportive community is vital for students to flourish. Surrounded by family and teachers, students are able to thrive and grow. We also strive to ensure students have the freedom to pursue their interests through flexible programs and schedules. That is what allowed Grade 11 student Lucy to advocate
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Sloane B. is a grade 10 student who enrolled at HCOS to allow her to pursue her education and competitive pursuits in equestrian disciplines and sport climbing. Since enrolling at HCOS, Sloane has been able to achieve some notable equestrian accomplishments, including: Sloane and her 3 horses are headed now to Toronto to compete, for the
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When passion meets learning, great things can happen. Silas B., a grade 9 student at HCOS used his skills and some community resources to build a guitar all while receiving credit for his passion project in the areas of ADST, Science, Fine Arts, Math and English to complete this project. Congratulations to Silas for being
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HCOS’ home education changed my life for the better. I was given the freedom, the capacity, and the opportunity to become the best version of myself as a student. It prepared me in such a way to recognize that while we may have a schedule and an expectation for our present and future circumstances, God’s
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Hi, I am Valerie! I started homeschooling late in my high school career. I grew up going to regular school and always felt social anxiety. After moving across the country from Ottawa, Ontario to Vancouver, BC, I found it extremely overwhelming having to reintroduce myself to different environments. I’m more quiet and to myself. Homeschooling
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Homeschooling provides many opportunities for students and families to pursue passions of interest. Sometimes however, there are obstacles that we need to overcome. Michelle and Tressa (Mom) share their story about pursuing gymnastics in the school system and how they were able to compete despite choosing home education. Questions for Michelle: 1. How many years
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Over 40 HCOS students participated in this year’s Learning Commons STEAM Contest: Design and Build A Marble Run. Students entered in one of three grade categories and used recyclable materials to design and build their own marble runs from scratch. The contest was created to address curricular competencies in Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies (ADST)
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Wow, we are halfway through our readathon! So far we have raised over $19,000! It has been so much fun to see your reading goals and all the wonderful books you are all reading! I am wondering though, is it hard to know what to read next? If you are feeling a bit stuck, or
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